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Nissan introduces all-new LEAF NISMO RC electric race car; more than double power and torque of predecessor

Green Car Congress

With dual electric motors, all-wheel drive and an aggressive, restyled body shape, the purpose-built car demonstrates how Nissan’s electric vehicle technology can deliver exciting yet quiet, zero-emission power—a key component of the company’s Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision. seconds—50% quicker than the previous model.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 The eight-cylinder engine is assisted in its task by an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission.

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Kia Soul EV review: the cheap electric car Australia missed out on

EV Central

Build quality’s excellent, and you score LED lights everywhere (boomerang-shaped at rear), leather heated seats, 10.25-inch There’s a 64kWh battery and single 150kW/395Nm motor driving the front wheels. The UK also sells an entry level Soul with 39.2kWh battery, 100kW/395Nm motor and range of 275km.

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