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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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In comparison, the first-gen Mirai was FWD, and the larger stack was placed under a raised section of the passenger compartment floor. In the 2021 Mirai, a second DC/DC converter augments the main DC/DC converter to respond to the auxiliary load increase.

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VW to stage world premiere of ID. Buzz on 9 Mar; two versions to be sold in Europe

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The top speed is electronically limited at 145 km/h (90 mph). By way of comparison, the wheelbase of the new ID. Buzz authenticates itself at many providers’ (DC) quick-charging stations via the charging connector, exchanging all necessary data with it in this way. Official figures for range are not yet available. in) of the ID.

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Lightning Eyes 10-Minute Charging for its Motorbikes

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mile-per-hour) average run and a 351 kph (218 mph) peak. Founder Richard Hatfield claims that the company’s Lightning Strike motorcycle can fill its battery from 20 percent to 80 percent in a little over 10 minutes on a Level 3 DC fast charger. kilometer-per-hour (215.91

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Porsche’s all-new electric Macan will use batteries from China’s CATL

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In comparison, Porsche delivered 40,629 Taycan electric cars in 2023. Despite sacrificing some range (361 miles/ 591 km WLTP), the Turbo version packs 630 hp and 833 lb-ft for a 0 to 62 mph sprint (0 – 100 km/h) in 3.3 With DC fast charging of up to 270 kW, the Macan EV can charge from 10% to 80% in about 21 minutes.

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Green Automotive retains Roush for support on testing of Zotye electric SUV for US market

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kWh, 320 V Li-ion battery pack (max output 52 kW), with a 27 kW DC motor. Maximum speed is 70 mph (113 km/h), with an estimated range of 150 miles (241 km). Step three entails vehicle testing, vehicle tear down and the processing of all data obtained for comparison to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

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Audi to introduce entry-level e-tron model with smaller battery pack, less range

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By comparison, the 55 quattro features a 95 kWh battery with up to 255.4 lb-ft) of torque, and are capable of propelling the electric SUV from 0 to 62 mph in 7.0 In this way it ensures that the high-voltage components enjoy a long service life and enables fast charging with direct current (DC). miles of range in the WLTP cycle.

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Audi power-dense 2.5L TFSI engine with electric biturbo delivers 591 hp from 2,480 cc; 48V subsystem for the turbo

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By comparison: The new Ford Shelby GT 350 will feature a naturally aspirated 5.2L A DC/DC converter provides the connection to the 12‑volt electrical system. At the Wörthersee festival, Audi is showcasing the Audi TT clubsport turbo technology concept equipped with a new 2.5 lb-ft), with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1

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