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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The fully variable drive system is intelligently connected with the system of powertrain and chassis control functions, whose extremely quick and precise responses help to sustain forward momentum even in adverse road and weather conditions. The extremely slim high-voltage battery with a cell height of just 4.3-inches

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Mercedes-AMG introduces E-Scooter

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Ah battery allows a range of up to 40 kilometers. Turning the twist grip forward activates the kinetic recuperation system for braking and recharges the battery at the same time. An additional feature is the connectivity with the Micro App.

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Volvo Trucks constructing electrified charging corridor in California for medium- and heavy-duty EVs

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Volvo Trucks North America, Volvo Financial Services, Volvo Technology of America, Shell Recharge Solutions, TEC Equipment, Affinity Truck Center, and Western Truck Center are partnering to develop a publicly accessible medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle (MHD EV) charging network that connects several of California’s largest metropolitan areas.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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Battery-electric AMG derivatives based on the new Mercedes Electric Vehicle Architecture (EVA) for luxury and premium-class vehicles. Added to this is the High Performance Battery we developed, which boasts twice the power density of conventional drive batteries and, like many other components, is inspired by technology from Formula 1.

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2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate – Not Quite Fully Charged

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On paper, the 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate seems like a fine compact EV. Again, the lack of connection from the steering wheel to the tire could be at issue here. Like many EVs, the C40 recharge offers one-pedal driving. And it looks cool. That’s a relative term, to be sure – the C40 does have some sprightliness.

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Mercedes-Benz updates EQB electric SUV for 2024

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In combination with the 10 color worlds of the ambient lighting, there are numerous individualization options. Smartphones can now connect wirelessly to the vehicle via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto Wireless. Furthermore, the available DC charging power, which depends on the pre-conditioning of the high-voltage battery, is displayed.

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Saft to deliver e6T Li-ion batteries to Lockheed Martin for Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program

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Saft has been awarded a contract from Lockheed Martin for delivery of e6T Li-ion battery systems for the engineering and manufacturing development (EMD) phase of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) Program. The Battery module contains 21 Saft 6T Li-ion cells connected in a 3P-7S configuration and one Power Control Module.

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