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IBM and ZSE team on Central European e-mobility project; “green highway”

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IBM is working with ZSE on the charging stations between Vienna and Bratislava s part of the VIBRATe e-mobility project. ZSE), the largest distributor and supplier of electricity in Slovakia, on a smart energy “feasibility” study that will help prepare the capital city Bratislava for electric vehicles (EVs). Click to enlarge.

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Aptera and EVE Energy partner for 21700 NMC battery cells

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As Aptera has moved ever closer to being ready for production, they have been making agreements with several companies who will be supplying their production run, including setting up an agreement with Elaphe Motors for producing in-hub motors in Slovakia. What do you think of the article? Do you have any comments, questions, or concerns?

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Kia upgraded 2018 Sportage features new 1.6L diesel, 2.0L diesel 48V mild-hybrid technology

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Under deceleration—when braking, or coasting towards a junction or downhill—the MHSG switches to generator mode, recuperating energy from the crankshaft to recharge the battery on-the-go. If the battery has sufficient charge, the combustion engine turns off automatically during in-gear deceleration and braking.

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Kia Introduces Electric Concept Version of Venga; New 98 gCO2/km Version of EcoDynamics ceed

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Venga EV includes a twin-pack 24 kWh battery using LiPoly (Lithium Ion Polymer) technology, and provides a driving range of 112 miles (180 km) on a single charge. Under the quick recharging cycle (50 kW) the battery can be recharged to 80% of its capacity within 20 minutes. seconds, and reaches top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).

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