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MAHLE combing advantages of SCT and MCT motors in new tech kit; new thermal management module

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MAHLE presented a new technology kit for electric motors that combines the advantages of its benchmark SCT (Superior Continuous Torque, earlier post ) and MCT (Magnet-free Contactless Transmitter) electric motors. It is therefore especially attractive for use in commercial vehicles.

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SpaceX Starlink kit now available at select Home Depot stores

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SpaceX Starlink standard kits are now available at select Home Depot stores. Many potential customers have weighed in on Starlink’s availability at Home Depot. The majority of consumers SpaceX bringing Starlink’s standard $599 kit would make the tech more accessible and, hopefully, significantly decrease delivery estimates.

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2025 Volkswagen ID.3 upgraded again ahead of Aussie launch: Includes more power, faster charging and enhanced tech

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3 Pro S will still be available with the original 150kW output but it can be boosted at any time to the full 170kW figure by paying for an over-the-air update. Other extra kit thrown in as part of the recent revisions include a new head-up display that incorporates augmented reality for clearer navigation instructions. 3 interior.

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Mattel creates the perfect Tesla Cybertruck LEGO kit that never was

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Tesla Cybertruck won’t be available in LEGO form after all. Even after garnering enough votes to be reviewed by LEGO, however, the toy-maker decided to deny the proposed Cybertruck kit. The pandemic has affected the global supply chain, affecting many different industries, including automakers and tech companies.

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Tesla Steering Wheel Retrofits have started, and it’s easy to get rid of your yoke

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Tesla Yoke Steering wheels are being replaced by round ones thanks to the automaker’s new retrofit kit that rolled out last month, and it is a pretty easy process to get the traditional wheel back. The new Retrofitted wheel is slightly different than past Model S and Model X steering wheels.

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ZF and Freudenberg partner on fuel cell drives

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While Freudenberg will offer scalable e-power systems in kit form with various power outputs, ZF will offer complete electric driveline systems of up to 360 kW continuous power. In battery, hydrogen and fuel cell technology as well as in the development of high-tech components for electric vehicles. Earlier post.).

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Chevrolet previews Spark EV Tech Performance concept, other performance concepts including Cruze Diesel for SEMA

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Chevrolet Spark EV Tech Performance concept. Chevrolet previewed the Spark EV Tech Performance concept, as well as other performance-oriented concepts of the Sonic, Malibu, new Impala, and Cruze Diesel. Features include: A Stage Kit, cold-air induction and a high-flow exhaust system allow the 1.4L Click to enlarge. in Las Vegas.

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