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Audi boosts range and efficiency in e-tron; extra 25 km in WLTP

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Audi is introducing a standard technical update for its first all-electric product, the e-tron. The new models are available now to customers in Europe. In normal driving, the motor on the rear axle provides propulsion as standard. mi) or so of range. The drive system has also become more efficient. lb-ft) and 220 kW.

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Ford F-150 Lightning delivers more horsepower, more payload capacity, more range; cloud-connected Intelligent Range and Trailer Profile

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F-150 Lightning, the only full-size electric pickup available now with a starting price less than $40,000, will begin to ship to customers in the coming days, starting with the Pro Series. The standard-range battery pack delivers 452 hp—up from the targeted 426 hp originally promised.

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NIO launches ES6 electric SUV starting at $52K and 317-mile range

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The electric SUV starts at a pre-subsidy price of 358,000 RMB (US$52,000), and is available now for public pre-order via the NIO app, with delivery to start in June 2019. The Standard Edition features dual PM motors.). Pricing and Pre-order. The price of the battery plan is 1,660 RMB (US$241) per month.

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VW finally rolls out Plug&Charge on its 2023 ID.4s

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4 is offered in three trim levels – Standard/Pro, S, and S Plus – with the option of 62 kWh and 82 kWh batteries and RWD or AWD. 4 Standard model that has a 62kWh battery and an EPA-estimated range of 209 miles. 4 Standard model that has a 62kWh battery and an EPA-estimated range of 209 miles. The 2023 ID.4

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German transportation major FlixBus enters India – ET Auto

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The company promises to transform intercity passenger transportation in the country with convenient traveling at a competitive price and the best-in-class safety standards. The routes will include 59 stops and more than 200 connections in total, a company release said.

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Rivian discontinues Explore Package, encourages customers to upgrade 

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Rivian $RIVN put through a nice little $5,500 price increase today by cancelling the Explore package. Now that Rivian discontinued the Explore Package, reservation holders who chose the trim have three options. The only option available now is the Adventure Package. The Standard pack has an estimated range of 260+ miles.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. Using a 230-volt connection with 10 amps and the standard 3.6

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