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Jaguar Land Rover partners with Pramac to create charging unit using second-life Jaguar I-PACE batteries

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Jaguar Land Rover has partnered with Pramac , a global leader in the energy sector, to develop a portable zero-emission energy storage unit powered by second-life Jaguar I-PACE batteries. Pramac directly reuses up to 85% of the vehicle battery supplied by Jaguar Land Rover within the storage unit, including modules and wiring.

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Rolls-Royce electric aircraft sets three speed records; world’s fastest electric vehicle

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mph)—making the Spirit of Innovation the world’s fastest all-electric vehicle, the company said. Staking the claim for the all-electric world-speed record is a fantastic achievement for the ACCEL team and Rolls-Royce. During its record-breaking runs, the aircraft clocked up a maximum speed of 623 km/h (387.4

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Hyundai is the IIHS Most Awarded Automaker So Far in 2024

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That’s especially true for heavier, much quicker electric vehicles. It’s important to note that some brands don’t get crash-tested, and the IIHS doesn’t test commercial vehicles. Automotive designs and engineering are rapidly evolving, and new cars today look and perform differently than models from just a few years ago.

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New sensor tech for commercial Lithium-ion batteries could support >5x faster charging without compromising safety

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Researchers at WMG at the University of Warwick (UK) have developed a method to assess the maximum current for commercial 18650 Li-ion batteries, using novel instrumentation methods enabling in operando measurements. times higher than the manufacturer-stated maximum. 2018.01.076.

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New Toyota Prado revealed; one step closer to becoming an electric vehicle

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Square edges, a bold stance, contrasting roof colours and the Toyota name plastered across the grille reinforce the emphasis on design – and even tease some Land Rover themes. Following on from the introduction of the Mirai FCEV, the Japanese manufacturing giant reinforced its desire to introduce more hydrogen-powered vehicles.

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Tata Ace EV small electric truck launched in India.

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The Ace Ev truck will be the most advanced, zero-emission, four-wheel small commercial vehicle(SCV). At Tata Motors, we are moving with speed and scale to lead this change – in passenger cars, commercial vehicles and Jaguar Land Rover. Tata Ace is India’s most successful commercial vehicle ever.

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nuTonomy launches first public trial of self-driving car service and ride-hailing app

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The trial, which will continue on an on-going basis, is being held within Singapore’s one-north business district, where nuTonomy has been conducting daily autonomous vehicle (AV) testing since April. This trial represents the first, rapid result of this partnership. Earlier post.).

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