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GM reveals new Ultium batteries and flexible global platform for rapid growth of EV lineup

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Ongoing technological and manufacturing breakthroughs will drive costs even lower, the company said. Ultium energy options range from 50 to 200 kWh, which could enable a GM-estimated range up to 400 miles (644 km) or more on a full charge with 0 to 60 mph acceleration as low as 3 seconds.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia EV6

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Kia has been one of the leaders in value-priced EVs over the last few years, but their offerings had been based on vehicles that started life as conventional internal combustion cars. For highway driving along with the super quiet ride (60 dBA @ 70 mph) it was enjoyable and never fatiguing. The Kia EV6 is a strong contender.

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Mercedes-Benz presents autonomous Future Truck 2025 research vehicle; “Highway Pilot”

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The truck is equipped with the intelligent Highway Pilot assistance system, which enables it to drive completely autonomously at speeds of up to 85 km/h (53 mph). The Highway Pilot is comparable to an autopilot system in an airplane—probably the most advanced form of autonomous mobility in existence today, the company noted.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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He was formerly with the University of Wisconsin and Rockwell International, and holds a Ph.D. The grid then becomes more efficient, thus reducing the cost of delivered electricity to everyone. (In However, Tesla owners do not pay twice the cost of a PHEV in order to share their energy with the world.

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