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City of Gdynia orders 30 Solaris Trollino trolleybuses with Li-ion battery packs for off-wire driving

Green Car Congress

an electric drive powered by overhead wires—the Solaris vehicles commissioned by Gdynia will be fitted with additional batteries which enable driving off the traction line. This will support a zero-emission ride of around 15-20 kilometers without connection to traction.

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How Long Does an Electric Car Battery Last?

EV Connect

While battery life span varies by manufacturer and age, in general you can expect new batteries to rival and often exceed the longevity of drivetrain components on internal combustion engine (ICE) Vehicles. A lithium-ion battery’s high energy density means it produces more power for its size, making it ideal for an electric car.

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The Scandalous History of the Last Rotor Cipher Machine

Cars That Think

My friend gave me an internal history of the company written by its founder, Boris Hagelin. There's a hand crank on the right side, enabling the machine to operate away from mains power. I decided on the spot to do everything in my power to find an HX-63 that I could restore to working order. Peter Adams.