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Dongfeng Citroën unveils electric version of C-Elysée sedan; E-MEHARI

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Featuring a lithium-ion battery, E-Elysée has a range of up to 250 km (155 miles) and can be fast-charged in just 30 minutes (6.5 hours in normal charging mode). The Citroën E-MEHARI, styled by Courrèges and shown earlier this year at the Geneva show, uses LMP (lithium metal polymer) batteries developed by the Bolloré group.

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive reduces lifecycle CO2 emissions by as much as 64% compared to B 180 gasoline model

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The Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive ( earlier post ) delivers up to 64% lower CO 2 emissions than the equivalent B 180 gasoline model (when charged with hydroelectricity), according to Mercedes-Benz and TÜV Süd. In the interests of optimizing the range, the top speed is electronically limited to 160 km/h (99 mph).

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Citroën introduces new E-MEHARI; hard top version

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Citroën E-MEHARI is powered by a latest-generation lithium metal polymer (LMP) battery from the Bolloré group, impervious to weather variations and tested over more than 150 million kilometers. It has a certified combined range of 195 km (121 miles) according to the NEDC standard (New European Driving Cycle) and can be fully charged in 10.5

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Audi provides overview of its 4 distinct EV platforms

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The Audi e-tron can charge using both alternating (Level 1 and 2) and direct (Level 3) current and can achieve approximately 80% charge in 30 minutes at a 150 kW high-speed public charger. While specifications for the e-tron GT are subject to change, the e-tron GT concept is estimated to reach 62 mph from standstill in 3.5

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain. The lithium-ion polymer battery pack capacity is 1.76 Immediate charge is the simplest option, as charging begins as soon as the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid is plugged-in.

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Detroit Electric unveils SP:01 two-seat electric sports car; 190-mile range on NEDC; V2H feature

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With a top speed of 155 mph (249 km/h) and a 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 3.7 The 37 kWh lithium polymer battery pack gives the SP:01 a range of almost 190 miles (306 km) between recharges, when tested to the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) standard. Charging with a 13A power source will take 8 hours. Click to enlarge.

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A closer look at Audi’s new R8 e-tron EV and battery

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Its exterior skin, painted in Magnetic Blue, combines body parts made of aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP), such as the front and rear lids. The suspension springs consist of glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP), and the anti-roll bar is made of CFRP. mi) can be attained after just 15 minutes of charging time.

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