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Daimler buys stake in Tesla

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So far, 100 smart electric cars have already been undergoing large-scale trials in London since 2007. These electric vehicles are being tested in day-to-day assignments by fleet operators and private customers. In 2010 the company will introduce its first battery-powered Mercedes-Benz.

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New Gen4 smart electric drive; electrification of all smart models

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Powered by a 17.6 kWh Li-ion battery pack, the electric drive has a range (NEDC) of approximately 160 km (99 miles); maximum speed is electronically limited to 130 km/h (81 mph) to maximize the range. Combined cycle power consumption is 12.9 kWh/100 km. Pushing the accelerator pedal right down activates a temporary boost.

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BMW Group releases results of UK-supported EV trial

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With 62 members of the public and 76 pool users running the battery-powered hatchbacks over two six-month periods, the Government-supported trial is the most in-depth of its kind in the UK to publish its findings. The battery was charged by a special home charger supplied by consortium partner Scottish and Southern Energy.

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