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Ford Performance 1050 kW electric SuperVan 4.2 to run Pikes Peak

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Ford Performance is heading to the 101 st running of “The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb brought to you by Gran Turismo” with the all-new, improved electric Ford SuperVan 4.2. Key features to aero include a lightweight carbon fiber rear spoiler and front splitter, both assisting SuperVan 4.2 The SuperVan 4.2,

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200,000 BMW i3 EVs produced in Leipzig over nearly 7 years

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The BMW i3 was the BMW Group’s first purely electrically powered large-scale serial model and also the company’s first vehicle with a passenger cell made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). It is shaped in Leipzig from carbon fiber scrims and assembled in a unique process developed by the BMW Group.

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Honda opens new $124M wind tunnel in Ohio

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Honda opened its new $124-million wind tunnel facility in Ohio, ushering in a new era of development testing capabilities for Honda and Acura products, as well as the company’s race vehicles. HALO Wind Tunnel Main Fan. Absent engine and exhaust sounds, wind noise will be more noticeable inside the cabin of an electric vehicle.

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

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In 387 miles driving through Southern California, Clean Fleet Report averaged 20.6 mpg, but in two 100-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph, we achieved 30.1 With a twist of a couple latches off comes the removable carbon fiber roof, letting in the open air. Powertrain – Five years/60,000 miles.

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SAE World Congress panel highlights progress on H2 infrastructure and fuel cell vehicle commercialization

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GM already has a fleet of vehicles that has accumulated more than 3 million miles of real world driving. When the competition is 150+-year-old internal combustion engine technology, rapid learning cycles are a critical success tool for fuel cell powertrains. The proven field durability will be addressed with time. Earlier post.).

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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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The everyday driving range of the BMW i8 on a full fuel tank and with a fully charged battery is more than 500 kilometers (310 miles) in COMFORT mode. The BMW Group has developed not only the internal combustion engine and electric motor in-house but also the power electronics and the battery. Powertrain and driving experience.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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In addition to the vehicle’s introduction in Japan, Toyota launched the Mirai—a four-door, mid-size fuel cell sedan with performance that fully competes with traditional internal combustion engines—in Los Angeles on the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show. Middle layer: carbon fiber reinforced plastic (structural element).

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