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USDOT proposes speed limiters for large commercial vehicles; potential savings up to ~$1B in fuel each year depending on limit

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The proposal discusses the benefits of setting the maximum speed at 60, 65, and 68 miles per hour, but the Agencies will consider other speeds based on public input. For 68 mph speed limiters, the agencies expect fuel savings and GHG emissions reductions to result in benefits of $376 million annually. billion to $5.0 billion to $2.8

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BMW provides first look at future BMW iX electric SAV; US launch in 2022

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The iX will bring together the company’s latest developments in the strategic innovation fields of Design, Connectivity, Electrification, Digital Services and Sustainability. That will be enough to propel the BMW iX from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 5.0 200 kW DC fast charging.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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People might be bored reading about the Prius but a review on four Priuses (2004, 2005, two 2006s) that my family owns that ran a total of 913k km (570k miles) should be interesting, right? I found a a 2004 with 247k km (154k miles) on the clock. On the highway at around 130 km/h (80 mph) , we get by with about 5.3

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Cadillac boosts performance of ELR plug-in hybrid for MY2016, cuts MSRP by $9K; $58,495 net after Fed credits

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Major product upgrades include a more than 25% boost in power and torque; faster acceleration that improves 0-60 mph by 1.5 kWh in MY 2014) improving power and acceleration, with EV range growing on the base model to 39 miles (63 km)—depending on terrain, driving techniques and temperature. 2016 Cadillac ELR. Click to enlarge.

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Electric Vehicle Spotlight: Financing a Chevrolet Bolt EUV

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Both come with a 200-hp electric motor, provide an EPA-estimated 247 miles in range, and are available in front-wheel drive only. For power, the Bolt EUV can be charged on a standard 120-volt household outlet as well as a 240-volt connection for faster charges. The EUV is available in two different trims, the LT and Premier.

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Event: Ford Bronco Sport Off-Roadeo

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Ford’s Trail Control technology enables a cruise control-like setting, up-to 20 mph forward and 6 mph in reverse, for vehicle-controlled throttle and braking, letting the driver stay focused on navigating the trail. Much of the 35 miles of trail was purpose-built and curated by the Off-Roadeo team.

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Mercedes-Benz will offer electric drive on all commercial van lines; electric eVito now available to order, eSprinter in 2019

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kWh, the range of the new eVito will be around 150 km (93 miles). Even in unfavorable conditions such as low outside temperatures and with a full load, it will have a range of 100 km (62 miles). If more speed is needed, the customer can choose a top speed of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). With an installed battery capacity of 41.4

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