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Kepler Introducing Dual Powertrain Supercar at Dubai Show; 3.5L Ford EcoBoost Plus Electric Motor

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liter V6 driving the rear wheels acting independently of a 250 hp (186 kW) electric motor driving the front wheels. The MOTION features extensive use of carbon fiber composite materials for its monocoque chassis and body. Tags: Brief. This unique AWD system launches the MOTION to 60 mph in less than 2.5

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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. Tags: Brief.

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Toyota Aims to Reduce Fuel Cell Vehicle Cost to 1/10 of Current By Commercialization in 2015; Reduction to Another 1/10 With Scale

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In a news conference at the Japan National Press Club on Friday, Toyota Motor President Akio Toyoda said that the company plans to begin mass production of electric vehicles in the US in 2012, followed by US production of fuel cell vehicles in 2015. Tags: Fuel Cells Hydrogen. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge. Earlier post ).

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Audi Showcases Lightweight Construction in High-Performance R8 GT

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Audi has presented a limited-production version of it R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT. liter V10 has been increased to 412 kW (560 hp); vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 100 kilograms (220 lb) from the production R8. The production R8 5.2 Due to the ASF body, the production R8 5.2 The Audi R8 GT.

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BMW Outlines LifeDrive Architecture for Upcoming Megacity Vehicle; A Focus on CFRP-Enabled Lightweight Design and Safety

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Its partner, the Life module, consists primarily of a high-strength and extremely lightweight passenger cell made from carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). The new vehicle architecture enables new production processes which are both simpler and more flexible, and use less energy, BMW said. Earlier post.).

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Audi Introduces Second e-tron Electric Sportscar Concept at Detroit Show

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The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is able to distribute its electric motors’ high torque between the wheels entirely as required. All-wheel / 4. Rear-wheel / 2. All add-on parts—doors, lids, sidewalls and roof—are made of a fiber-reinforced plastic. Tags: Electric (Battery). Audi e-tron Concepts. Frankfurt Detroit.

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

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It’s a throttle-enabled Class 2 folding electric bike with 20″ wheels, a max speed of 20 mph (32 km/h) and a motor rated for 300W continuous and 720W peak. However, the lack of pedals means that it could also be classified as an electric scooter, albeit a large-wheeled e-scooter. And its electronics match that of a light e-bike too.

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