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Mercedes-Benz Trucks showcases new applications for eActros for heavy-duty distribution transport

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The two liquid-cooled electric motors installed in the eActros generate a continuous output of 330 kW and a peak output of 400 kW. The batteries consist of either three (eActros 300) or four battery packs (eActros 400), each of which offers an installed capacity of 112 kWh and a usable capacity of around 97 kWh.

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Porsche finishes production of the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid; platform for advanced development for vehicles and manufacturing

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The hybrid super sports concept car made its debut at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show, and was launched on the market as a limited series in late 2013. The key technology is the drive concept combining a high-performance combustion engine with two electric motors.

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Micromobility: Zapp Scooters Bring Style, Range and Fun to Urban Riding

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Zapp claims that the 20-horsepower (18 kilowatt/kW) motor pulls the bike from 0-31 mph in a brisk 2.35 Top speed is rated at 60 miles per hour—plenty for urban living, considering these are not freeway legal rides. As with battery-powered cars, a low center of gravity delivers great handling, too.

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How Do the Electric Vehicle Tax Credits Work?

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The US Department of Energy has issued these steps for claiming the CVC, which may be up to $7,500 on your personal or business taxes: Fill out Form 8936 , the Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit. BEVs require the use of a charging cable or EV charging station in order to charge the battery.

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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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BMW unveiled the BMW i8 2+2 plug-in hybrid sports car ( earlier post ) today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The BMW Group has developed not only the internal combustion engine and electric motor in-house but also the power electronics and the battery. The BMW i8 goes on sale in the US in 2014. Click to enlarge.

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Daimler Trucks unveils Mercedes-Benz fuel-cell concept truck, previews long-haul battery-electric truck; electrification strategy

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Daimler Trucks also presented for the first time a preview of a purely battery-powered long-haul truck, the Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul, which is designed to cover regular journeys on routes that can be planned in an energy-efficient manner. Battery power will be rather used for lower cargo weights and for shorter distances.

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Why Countries Like India Desperately Need EV Battery Standardization

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By 2050, it is expected that 74% of Europe’s cars on the road will be battery-powered. Despite the rapid adoption of electric vehicles, there has been little discussion about standardizing battery types. First and foremost, mass production of Li-ion batteries will reduce costs for vehicle OEMs.

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