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MAY 21, 2025

This powerful attachment converts a manual wheelchair into a fully motorized scooter, allowing users to navigate streets, parks, and even off-road terrain with ease. Equipped with a 350-watt motor and five-speed modes, the Firefly 2.5 can reach speeds of up to 12 mph. can reach speeds of up to 12 mph.

Power

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JUNE 15, 2025

liter non-turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engine and two electric motors (front and rear), the total system puts out 304 horsepower and 233 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT), with 0-60 mph runs at about 6.2 Powered by a 2.5-liter Your numbers may differ.

Lexus

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MARCH 29, 2025

liter 4-cylinder and twin electric motors, one each on the front and rear axles, that enable the electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. We made 0-60 mph runs in 7.1 We made 0-60 mph runs in 7.1 The rear is smooth with LED lighting, including a strip connecting the lights, and a gloss black accent panel on the upper trunk.

Toyota

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AUGUST 7, 2025

About going over 88 mph? I made an Excel sheet listing every EV I could find, checking prices, battery capacity, motors, drivetrain (AWD, FWD, RWD). 11:19 Yan: Did you consider motors from NetGain or other EV shops? 11:26 Bill: Yes, I considered NetGain’s Hyper9 and their DC motor. There’s a lot of great things about it.

Conversion

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JULY 12, 2025

Ready to (rock and) roll Launched in 2022, the R1T exterior design remains pretty much unchanged, but the 2025 R1T has updates to its software, drive motors and performance, so-much-so Rivian considers this to be the second generation of the truck. The signature look R1T Dual Standard Dual Motor AWD Horsepower: 533 Torque: 610 pound-feet (lb.-ft.)

All-Electric

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JULY 10, 2025

Silent Propulsion Clean Feet Report drove the EQE 500 4Matic SUV, with dual motors (front and rear) that produce 402 horsepower and 633 pound-feet of torque. The performance was impressive, with the 5,681-pound EQE returning 0-60 mph runs at 4.7 4Matic is Mercedes-Benz speak for all-wheel drive (AWD). That’s the beauty of EV torque.

Mercedes

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JUNE 9, 2025

The regenerative braking, which is really the motor slowing and not the brakes being applied, is managed by driving in “D” mode and applying the brake pedal, or opting for “B” mode where it comes on when lifting the accelerator pedal. of torque 91 kWh maximum/86 kWh usable 11 kW onboard charger 0 – 60 mph: 6.9 feet long, 6.5

Re-Charge

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JUNE 22, 2025

Next was the efficient all-electric 2022 Polestar 2 Single Motor Rear Wheel Drive EV, followed by the 2023 Polestar 2 Dual Motor EV Performance Plus with all-wheel drive. Then in 2024, came the Polestar 2 with a larger single electric motor and then company’s first SUV, the midsize 2025 Polestar 3 Dual Motor AWD.

Motor

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JANUARY 31, 2025

The RadCity 5 Plus e-bike cruises along with a 750W rear hub motor that is powered by the semi-integrated 672Wh battery, providing you with up to 50+ miles on a single charge with its five levels of pedal assistance (plus a zero-level) at top speeds of 20 MPH. 1,599) 20 MPH for up to 45+ miles RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike: $1,499 (Reg.

Sale

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AUGUST 14, 2025

The extended-range two-seater has three screens, two electric motors, a gas engine, and a lot of carbon fiber. Photo by: Karma Automotive The stunning two-door uses a pair of electric motors on the rear axle to deliver a maximum output of 708 horsepower and 676 pound-feet of torque.

Karma

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MAY 20, 2025

inch digital instrument cluster, which is fully configurable with an assortment of important vehicle information, is connected to the 12.3-inch Up for passengers, down for cargo There are three screens inside, beginning with the 10-inch configurable head-up display projected on the windshield. inch horizontal color infotainment screen.

Hyundai

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MARCH 30, 2018

SF Motors, a Silicon Valley electric vehicle (EV) startup and subsidiary of Shanghai-based Sokon Industry Group ( earlier post ), announced its latest technological advances and a new line of intelligent electric vehicles at an event at its Santa Clara headquarters. SF Motors acquired InEVit Inc.,

Motor

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DECEMBER 2, 2020

Hyundai Motor Group has unveiled its new Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), a dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV) platform. Revealed online during an ‘E-GMP Digital Discovery’ event, the platform will serve as the core technology for Hyundai Motor Group’s next-generation BEV line-up.

Hyundai

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

At the 16 th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2020), Beijing Hyundai Motor Company showcased its RM20e electric racing midship sports car prototype and Prophecy concept EV model, demonstrating the reach of its EV ambitions. The new Tucson as well as new Elantra also made their debuts to Chinese customers.

Hyundai

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The Rivian vehicles feature up to 400+ miles in electric range, a wading depth of 1 meter, lockable storage bins that can fit the bulkiest of gear, and the performance and precise control of quad-motor AWD. Connectivity and Digital Experience. Both vehicles will be produced at Rivian's manufacturing facility in Normal IL.

Motor

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JANUARY 27, 2014

EVDrive has developed and demonstrated an electric 4-wheel, 4-motor torque vectoring technology (Terra-Torque-Drive) specifically targeted at 4-wheel off-road powersports vehicles such as side-by-side Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs). At each motor shaft, ~66 ft-lbs (89 N·m) peak torque is delivered. EVDrive torque vectoring.

Motor

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JULY 19, 2013

Featuring a GM-developed 105 kW electric motor that pushes out 400 lb-ft (542 N·m) of torque and a 21 kWh pack that supports an estimated 82-mile (132 km) range, the Spark EV is a speedy (0-60 mph in 7.6 Much of this derives from the efforts GM has put over the years into motor control and active damping for hybrids and EVs.

Chevrolet

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MARCH 7, 2015

Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 After running computer simulations, it was apparent that a new engine design was needed to work with the Elio vehicle to achieve this goal and still maintain a top speed of more than 100 MPH with goal of 0-to-60 MPH in less than 10 seconds.

MPG

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JUNE 2, 2021

The drive unit—the product of fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology—combines the electric motor, power electronics and transmission in a single housing. The electric motors work according to the principle of an electrically excited synchronous motor (ESM). Acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 3.9

BMW

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APRIL 19, 2014

The TT concept features a plug-in hybrid drive with two electric motors and a system output of 300 kW (408 hp) and 650 N·m (479 lb?ft) The show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.2 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). ft) of system torque. Fuel consumption is 1.9

Audi

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FEBRUARY 14, 2020

It comprises two compact, electric motors connected to a 1.5-liter seconds and on to a maximum speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). The e:HEV hybrid set-up selects from three interchangeable drive modes: EV Drive: the lithium-ion battery supplies power to the electric propulsion motor directly.

Honda

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MAY 25, 2023

Like all previous model generations, the new BMW 5 Series Sedan is produced at the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing, where the electric motors and high-voltage batteries for the BMW i5 are also manufactured. This enables the BMW i5 M60 to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8 seconds, its top speed is 193 km/h (120 mph).

All-Electric

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MARCH 3, 2021

Arcadia connects renters and homeowners across the US to wind and solar energy through utility data and billing technology. In select markets within Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, Arcadia’s platform connects qualifying customers to community solar projects in their area.

Audi

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MARCH 17, 2021

The University of Michigan and Ford Motor Company are opening a new advanced robotics facility. U-M’s Ford Motor Company Robotics Building is a four-story, $75-million, 134,000-square-foot complex situated on the north campus. —Ken Washington, chief technology officer, Ford Motor Company. and Regina C.

Ford

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MAY 23, 2013

The BYD electric bus, powered by two in-wheel electric motors capable of a cruising speed of more than 88 km/h (55 mph) and a Li-ion battery pack has a range of more than 250 km (155 miles)—nearly 24 hours of service daily for most transit applications. Buquebus and CTS Auto S.A.,

Uruguay

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The city of Houston is set to receive the first Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Buy America-compliant mid-size autonomous bus in the US. Jointly developed by Phoenix Motorcars and EasyMile , the EZ Zeus self-driving bus will be deployed in real-life traffic conditions.

Phoenix

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MARCH 30, 2020

The new BMW 330e and 330e xDrive Sedans utilize an intelligently controlled powertrain consisting of an electric motor, a high voltage battery pack and an internal combustion gasoline engine to enhance the performance driving experience of the 3 Series. The BMW 330e Sedan’s electrified drivetrain allows it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6

BMW

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NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The vehicle is expected to reach 60 mph in 4.5 The technology is optimized for the vehicle’s system due to the model’s driving motors and inverters. A Disconnector Actuator System (DAS) can automatically connect or disconnect the motor and drive shaft, considering various driving conditions. seconds with Boost Mode.

Auto

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JULY 22, 2020

Mustang Mach-E 1400 has seven motors—five more than even Mustang Mach-E GT. The challenge was controlling the extreme levels of power provided by the seven motors. at 160 mph. Aerodynamics are optimized for shape and location, with a focus on cooling ducts, front splitter, dive planes and rear wing.

Ford

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MARCH 31, 2021

With the increase in performance from the additional electric motor, the development team was also able to improve the efficiency of the entire vehicle and achieve lower emissions as well as lower consumption. The power of the electric motor is applied immediately with full torque, a characteristic of the design. 13,500 rpm.

Mercedes

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JUNE 18, 2021

With two electric motors, max 295 horsepower and an estimated 0-60 mph time of 5.7 4 AWD combines the permanent magnet synchronous electric motor on the rear axle of the standard ID.4 Each motor connects to the wheels through a differential and a single-speed gearbox. seconds for the AWD Pro model, the ID.4

Dealers

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

The engine and the two partial transmissions are connected by means of a wet dual clutch. motor available. The mild-hybrid version of the 7HDT300 is equipped with an 15 kW electric traction motor based on a 48 V system. The full-hybrid version uses a 40 kW electric traction motor allowing. The ratio spread is up to 8.6.

Hybrid

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APRIL 26, 2013

Twizy Renault Sport F1 is consequently equipped with two electric motors—i.e. the original motor (17 hp/13 kW) onto which the F1-style KERS with its own motor has been grafted. When the system is triggered, the maximum revs of Twizy’s motor rise to 10,000 rpm for a top speed of 110 km/h (68 mph).

Concept

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5 GTX with dual-motor all-wheel drive. The dual-motor all-wheel drive of the ID.5 5 GTX is powered by e-motors on the front and rear axles that deliver 220 kW, with a top speed of 180 km/h (111 mph). In Europe, Volkswagen has launched a new ID. family top model as part of its ACCELERATE brand strategy: the ID.5

Europe

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MAY 18, 2014

The Rapitán & Rapitán Sport will be powered by a 40 kW air-cooled brushless induction motor delivering 125 N·m (92 lb-ft) of torque, and a Li-ion battery-based energy storage system. Maximum speed is 145 km/h (90 mph) and expected range is 200 km (124 miles) in the city; 110 km (68 miles) on the highway; and 140 km (87 miles) combined.

Market

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DECEMBER 1, 2020

liter TSI 150PS (110kW) g asolineengine, 115PS (85kW) electric motor, 13 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and six-speed DSG transmission; the setup offers 245PS (180kW) of power and 400 N·m of torque. The SEAT Tarraco e-HYBRID is fully connected with in-car and out-car connectivity.

Hybrid

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APRIL 21, 2022

The V8, too, gains 48V mild hybrid technology, and with the electric motor integrated into the new eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission delivers the twin benefits of optimized response and power delivery under acceleration, and greater efficiency thanks to adaptive recuperation. The new BMW 7 Series - Gen5 BEV Technology.

BMW