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Tiny Eli Zero urban EV priced at $11,990, goes up to 90 miles—slowly

Baua Electric

feet long, the aluminum two-seat Eli Zero is classified as a neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) in the U.S. As such, it has a top speed of just 25 mph. The price is a bit higher than Eli previously quoted, but the battery pack is larger as well, affording more range. Measuring just 4.5 feet wide and 7.4 kwh and 50 miles.

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On National Golf Cart Day (seriously), here’s 10 ways they beat cars

Baua Electric

In fact, these days, they’re more commonly found zipping through neighborhood streets or joy-riding around beach communities. Once powered by polluting combustion engines, these days, most golf carts use quiet and emissions-free electric motors, charging up their batteries for mere pennies and offering plenty of around-the-town range.

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Razor E100 review: A great electric scooter for kids

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The rear wheel hosts a minimal 100-watt, chain-driven motor that only reaches speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h), safe for any suburban neighborhood. However, you won’t be able to ride for more than an hour, as the 24V battery lasts for 40 minutes of continuous riding. Max speed: 10 mph (16 km/h). What’s good?

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Hydrogen bicycles, new e-scooters, & more! The coolest stuff I saw at Micromobility Europe 2024

Baua Electric

With belt drives for simplicity and seat tube batteries to avoid a chunkier downtube, the bikes look like they’d make great commuter rides for anyone on the hunt for a more classic vibe. Veloretti The show’s European setting was a great chance to get introduced to e-bike companies that I don’t normally get to visit.

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

Green Car Congress

approximately 45% peak thermal efficiency for light duty and greater-than 50% peak thermal efficiency for heavy duty). AOI 3: Demonstration Project for a Multi-Material Light-Weight Prototype Vehicle as part of the Clean Energy Dialogue with Canada. AOI 4: Develop Advanced Cells and Design Technology for Electric Drive Batteries.

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Pike forecasts NEV market to remain small, although with double the growth rate of light-duty vehicles to 2017

Green Car Congress

The total number of neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs)—low-speed street-legal electric vehicles—on the world’s roadways will grow from 479,000 in 2011 to 695,000 by 2017, a 45% increase, according to a new forecast by Pike Research. Top speed is 45 km/h (28 mph). Annual worldwide NEV sales by region, 2011–2017.

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Gotrax GXL V2 Review: A budget-friendly beginner e-scooter

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The GXL V2 is fun for neighborhood trips, provides 12 miles per charge, and performs best on flat pavement. Any steep inclines will slow it down and drain the battery faster. A basic LED screen displays battery life and speed. mph makes it ideal for new and younger riders. mph (~25 km/h) max speed on flat terrain.

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