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Mercedes-Benz updates EQB electric SUV for 2024

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Plug & Charge charging technology, optional Sound Experiences and innovations from Mercedes-Benz electric model siblings are also making their way into the compact class. In combination with the 10 color worlds of the ambient lighting, there are numerous individualization options. are still available.

Mercedes 370
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Mercedes-Benz 48V system debuts in new S-Class

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The conventional 12 volt network is likewise supplied from the new network using a 48 volt/12 volt DC/DC converter. Recuperation: when decelerating, the kinetic energy is converted into electric power and used to recharge the battery. combined fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100 km/ 35.8 mpg US; combined CO 2 emissions: 150 g/km).

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BYD Shark attack! China’s plug-in hybrid ute set to maul the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux – and it’s coming to Australia!

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seconds – significantly quicker than the Ford Ranger Raptor that currently leads the class with its 0-100km/h sprint of 6.1 When it comes to charging, the Shark’s Blade battery can be topped up at a DC rate of 40kW – with a 30 to 80 per cent recharge taking 20 minutes. 100km without plugging in, and a more impressive 1.5L/100km

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How to make heavy-duty electric trucks work in practice

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Fleets tested Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 tractors for three years: Here’s what they learned. Identifying ideal routes is key to success,” says the LIGHTS group’s final report , and the learnings were underscored by the fleet operators taking part. A 150 kW charger may recharge a battery pack to 80 percent in about 2.5

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ARPA-E announces $98M in funding for 40 OPEN projects; two opposed-piston engines projects receive $10M total

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If successful, the proposed technology will offer light- and heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers a cost-effective solution to improve vehicle fuel efficiency and reduce transportation carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions. Novel Polymer-enhanced Rechargeable Aluminum-Alkaline Battery Technology – $2,000,000. Georgia Tech Research Corporation.

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Sanyo Installs Two Solar Parking Lots for Bikes and Provides 100 Hybrid Bikes in Tokyo

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The power generated from the solar panels installed on the roof is stored to be used to recharge the electric hybrid bicycle batteries and illuminate the parking lot lights. about 148 Wh) and has a range of 57 km when not using recharging while riding; 75 km when using brake recharging only; and 100 km in auto mode.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate The First Volvo Compact SUV Coupe EV The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge was the first electric-only and the smallest SUV from Volvo, falling in-line with the EX90 and XC40 Recharge. The shift-by-wire single speed transmission drives all four wheels 0-60 miles per hour in about 4.3