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Xiaomi’s record-chasing 1,548hp SU7 Ultra prototype is getting a tri-motor production version

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Mere days after Xiaomi Automobile debuted a new tri-motor prototype version of its flagship SU7 EV , its CEO confirmed it will transition into a production version called the SU7 Ultra that maintains nearly all the same components. Based on its quick start, it’s hard to tell that the tech company is new to building cars.

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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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The BMW Group sources the individual fuel cells from the Toyota Motor Corporation. In coasting overrun and braking phases, the motor also serves as a generator, feeding energy back into a power battery. In coasting overrun and braking phases, the motor also serves as a generator, feeding energy back into a power battery.

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Furtive eGT electric sports car hits 240 km/h on the Nordschleife; small production series for 2013

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The racing driver Sabine Schmitz has tested the battery-electric Furtive eGT sports car from Exagon Motors ( earlier post ) on the Nordschleife (north loop) of the Nürburgring, achieving a top speed of nearly 240 km/h (149 mph) on the 20 kilometer long Nordschleife. For reverse gear, the rotational direction of the motors is inverted.

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Daimler Trainees Build Roadster with Fuel Cell Drive

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This project involved junior employees from the fields of automotive mechatronics, model-building, electronics, coating technology, manufacturing mechanics, product design, and interior appointments. As an allusion to the Benz Patent Motor Car from 1886, the vehicle is fitted with large spoked wheels. The F-CELL Roadster.

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Berlin Airports to test Opel HydroGen4; CO2-neutral hydrogen station

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The Clean Energy Partnership (CEP) is a project that is promoted by Germany’s Federal Minister of Transport, Building and Urban Affairs in which the everyday suitability of hydrogen as a fuel in daily traffic is shown. Three high pressure tanks made from carbon-fiber composite material can hold up to 4.2 kg of hydrogen.

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Nissan unveiling LEAF NISMO RC (Racing Competition) electric demonstrator

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The Nissan LEAF NISMO RC is designed and constructed as a real racing machine, starting with its full carbon fiber monocoque bodywork. Building on the unique exterior styling of the production Nissan LEAF, the 2-door race version was created by Nissan Global Design Center in Japan. seconds and a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h).

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Score the perfect e-bike in Upway’s mega winter sale, with up to $1,000 off

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Mountain e-bike – Specialized Turbo Levo Carbon This Specialized Turbo Levo Carbon is ideal for tall people – between 6ft 2in and 6ft 8in – who want a top-notch, full-suspension electric mountain bike. Normally $6,800 new, Upway has the Specialized Turbo Levo Carbon on sale for $4,299 – that’s 37% off.

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