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Dope or nope? A custom truck builder is modding up Rivians with lift kits, Kevlar paint, and roll cages [Video]

Baua Electric

HEMI V8 engines over to make some room for custom EVs like the Rivian R1T and GMC Hummer EV in its lineup. According to the Apocalypse website , its custom Nirvana Rivian R1T features quad-motors, 839 horsepower, and 350 miles of range, which is interesting because the advertised range of a stock R1T with the large battery pack is 328 miles.

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Putting the “Utility” in Sport Utility Vehicle: Which Electric SUVs Perform Best Off-Road?

EV Life

For one, their higher profile makes it easier to accommodate EV batteries, which often sit under the floor of the vehicle, without compromising legroom or cabin space. sec 908 lb-ft 321 miles GMC Hummer EV The GMC Hummer is one of the most iconic all-terrain vehicles on the planet, and the new electric version certainly lives up to its name.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

Cars That Think

Starting this year, thousands of battery-powered electric drive Volkswagen vehicles capable of both loading and offloading current—bidirectional charging, as industry calls it—have been rolling off production lines in eastern Germany. GM produces the Chevy Volt and GMC Hummer EV and is preparing its 2023 launch of the Silverado EV.)

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

BMW iX – ground-up battery electric vehicle promises to take the luxury fight to Tesla. Estrema Fulminea – solid state batteries are the point of difference for supercar newcomer Estrema, which promises to hit 320km/h in less than 10 seconds. Fering Pioneer – look out Hummer! 2021 GMC Hummer EV pickup truck.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. Posted by: Michael | Apr 13, 2009 5:03:10 PM Battery and technology in the EV1 could not have made it in the market. Forget the black helicopter conspiracies.

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