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Can Fiat win over the hearts of Americans with its new, better 500e?

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Fiat’s new 2024 500e (source: Stellantis) To be frank, Americans don’t buy Fiats. The brand sold only a few hundred cars in the US last year. But Fiat hopes to – finally – charm the US with the “immersive Italian experience” of its upcoming Fiat 500e – Stellantis’s first all-electric car in the US.

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Stellantis Patents Fake Engine Vibrations for EVs

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Some thought the idea of a faux exhaust system, designed to help EVs mimic the howl of a V8, was a cringe-worthy gimmick. But others felt it broke new ground in terms of vehicular sound design and would ensure electric cars could retain some of the magic of combustion vehicles. Images: Stellantis, WIPO] Become a& TTAC insider.

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2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon Review – Charged-Up Jeep

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In other words, if for some reason the idea of a PHEV Wrangler bothers you, relax. Sure, you might buy a Wrangler only for the image and not for the utility – but you can’t say we didn’t warn you. But if you have the scratch and the access to juice, it makes a strong argument for itself. Yes, you get a plug-in hybrid setup.

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Taking the Steps To Join the EV World

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Figure out your budget and decide whether you want to purchase a new or used EV (or try something else) Regardless of what you’re buying, budget plays a huge role. This is especially important for buying a vehicle. Staying within your budget may be your main concern when buying an EV. But, there are alternatives.

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Wireless Heater Made From a Leaf Skeleton Is Fully Biodegradable

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Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, and Accenture Labs are putting this idea to the test with the design of a wireless heater that can warm up whatever’s placed inside of it when the heater is placed on a standard wireless charging pad.

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This Dutch City Is Road-Testing Vehicle-to-Grid Tech

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Unlike those you may have grown accustomed to seeing, many of these stations don’t just charge electric cars—they can also send power from vehicle batteries to the local utility grid for use by homes and businesses. That is, would cycling the battery more than necessary prematurely degrade the very heart of the car?

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Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in March 2024

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If you like the idea of a low-cost US-based company like Lectric eBikes but want something with more power than their XP LITE, consider the $999 Lectric XP 3.0. means you can bring this high-value e-bike with you in a car or truck. Even when riding alone or in a protected path away from cars, the extra speed sure makes for a fun ride.

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