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eVTOL company Joby and NASA collaborate to measure noise footprint of electric air taxi

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NASA is proud to continue our relationship with Joby by gathering highly valuable aircraft safety and noise data that will contribute towards an aviation future that includes Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations.

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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. The model line will in future offer charging solutions such as the ‘Plug & Charge’ function. The battery supplies a 150 kW (201 horsepower) electric motor that is integrated in and drives the rear axle. in) of the ID.

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

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The new Mirai is one part of an electrification strategy that also includes Toyota’s current and future hybrids and upcoming battery electric vehicles (BEVs). In comparison, the first-gen Mirai was FWD, and the larger stack was placed under a raised section of the passenger compartment floor.

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BMW previews future driver assistance and connected vehicle developments at CES, including more automated driving

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BMW selected the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2014 in Las Vegas as a venue at which to preview future developments and new applications of connected vehicle technology for series-produced vehicles. In comparison, in heavy, stop-go traffic, the automatic deceleration also includes more vigorous braking, for maximum driver comfort.

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Automobili Pininfarina honors its 1950s Lancia design language with the new quad-motor Battista Cinquantacinque

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The automaker has also unveiled a futuristic bespoke model called the PURA Vision Concept as a design study that will influence elements in future Pininfarina models. The featured image above shows the comparison between young and old.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces latest E 200 Natural Gas Drive and E 220 BlueTEC BlueEFFICIENCY Edition

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seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph). kg of natural gas per 100 kilometers in comparison to the predecessor model. Class (which already meets the future Euro 6 emissions standard) has been assigned to the best efficiency class (A+). seconds and reaches a top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph).

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Rivian R1T’s Max Pack + Quad-Motor configuration will be unavailable starting 2023

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The enhanced Dual-Motor R1T has 700 HP, quicker 0-60 mph at 3.5 In comparison, the standard Dual-Motor R1T has 600 HP and runs 0-60 mph in 4.5 The EV automaker plans to launch a Quad-Motor variants with “additional capability” with the Max batter pack in the future.

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