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Mercedes-Benz USA announces performance acceleration on-demand upgrade for EQE and EQS

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Optionally available as an Over-the-Air update, this new feature raises the vehicle’s output by up to 80 hp and improves acceleration from 0 to 60 mph by as much as a full second. Acceleration Increase is offered exclusively to Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MATIC and EQS 450 4MATIC Sedan and SUV customers in the US and Canada.

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Genesis premieres first EV model: Electrified G80

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Based on the NEDC standard, the estimated maximum range per charge is more than 500 km (311 miles) (Based on the Korean EV certification system, the company estimated number is 427 km (265 miles). The Electrified G80 comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD). The Electrified G80 comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD).

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Cadillac unveils electric Escalade IQ; 200 kWh, 450 miles; pricing starting around $130K

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The Adaptive Air Ride Suspension system enables the vehicle to be lowered up to 2 inches (50 mm) and raised 1 inch (25 mm), while additional features such as the standard Four-Wheel Steer, available Cadillac Arrival Mode and Low Ride Mode enhance capability as well as the Escalade IQ’s presence.

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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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EP1 features and benefits include: Built-in electric hub motors with adjustable speed up to 3 mph depending on operator’s walking pace. Built-in connectivity provides businesses with detailed data and insights that can help improve overall operations, including route efficiency, asset utilization and product upgrades.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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EVs Must Meet Testing and Certification Standards The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states: “All light duty cars and trucks sold in the United States must meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Separately, EV battery packs must meet their own testing standards.

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Cadillac previews production CELESTIQ flagship EV; MSRP starting above $300,000

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In addition to the impressive horsepower and torque, the vehicle is also projected to deliver 0-60-mph in 3.8 Regen on Demand Braking is standard and helps maximize driving range by converting the kinetic energy of the vehicle’s forward momentum into electricity that’s stored in the battery pack. 1 front and 11.63:1

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Chevrolet To Show 2011 Cruze Eco with 40mpg Highway at NY Show

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Chevrolet estimates the Cruze Eco will deliver 0-60 mph performance of about 10 seconds with the manual transmission and 9 seconds with the six-speed automatic. Ecotec turbo is standard on Eco, LT and LTZ models. Standard on LS models is a 1.8L Standard on LS models is a 1.8L of torque (166 N·m). of torque (166 N·m).

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