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GM expands EV first responder training efforts in US and Canada

Green Car Congress

This program, though directly focused on responders, also benefits drivers involved in incidents, where every second matters, and is a continuation of GM-led education efforts that began more than a decade ago with the introduction of the Chevrolet Volt.

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ZF and Cree partner to advance the electric powertrain with silicon-carbide-based inverter

Green Car Congress

Due to high battery costs, the efficient electric drive represents an enormous growth potential for the foreseeable future. In particular, silicon carbide technology in conjunction with the 800-volt vehicle electrical system voltage makes a significant contribution to further increasing efficiency.

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Kia EV9 wins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2024 title | Autocar Professional

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And because it offers bi-directional charging and ultra-fast 800-volt charging.” It should win over many buyers who aren’t used to battery power and will be more comfortable with a vehicle that feels familiar to them.” Sara Soria, Spain.

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News: 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Charging on the 800-volt system should enable a 10% to 80% battery charge in 18 minutes on a 350 kW DC Fast Charger. We had the opportunity for a short test drive, but are not permitted to release any driving impressions. However, if you have driven the Genesis GV60 you have a pretty good idea of what to expect with the GV70.

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Porsche’s 800V electric sports car Taycan makes world debut

Green Car Congress

The most important sales markets of the new electric sports car are on these three continents. The Taycan is the first production vehicle with a system voltage of 800 volts instead of the usual 400 volts for electric cars. The top speed of both all-wheel-drive models is 260 km/h (162 mph).

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When Bob Met Elon … and Chris

Revenge of the Electric Car

s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. Lutz — whose company was accused in Mr. Paine’s original movie of being the prime suspect -– is now a strong proponent of E.V.’s By JERRY GARRETT.

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Ford unveils C-MAX Energi, its first production plug-in hybrid, and another hybrid variant

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C-MAX Energi will offer more than 500 miles (800 kilometers) of overall driving range using the battery and engine and delivers better charge-sustaining fuel economy than Chevrolet Volt, according to Ford.

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