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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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At SEMA360, Chevrolet will showcase a 1977 K5 Blazer converted to all-electric propulsion. The K5 Blazer-E is a functional proof of concept of the upcoming Electric Connect and Cruise package Chevrolet Performance plans to sell in the second half of 2021. DC-to-DC power converter to power low-voltage systems.

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Audi offers 22 kW AC charging option on e-tron

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The standard mode 3 cable, with which all e-tron models can charge at public terminals, has already been converted to a charging capacity of 22 kW. The new charging system connect, which Audi offers for home garages, is also designed for a charging capacity of up to 22 kW. Charging planning then considers forecast periods of sunshine.

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EV News: A stellar 2022 concludes

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Audi The cusp of all-electric Audi is converting all factories to produce all electric vehicles (EVs) as it phases out gas cars. EV conversions Classic cars with a twist Racers and tinkerers convert vintage models to EVs. GM EV charging network connection. Mercedes EV. Acura Finally, electric! Ford truck conversion.

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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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Conventional hybrid vehicles do not have torque converters to improve fuel economy because torque converters lose energy while transferring power to the drive wheels. It works by using a cellular data connection to warm up or cool down a Sonata when it is out of sight of the owner. Active Shift Control Technology. Remote Start.

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VW launches Car-Net

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Beginning in the 2014 model year, VW Car-Net will be introduced on select trims of Jetta, Passat, Tiguan, CC, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Eos models. In the event that an accident is detected (airbag deployment1 or a rollover), a call is automatically triggered from the vehicle2, connecting a passenger to a VW Car-Net Customer Specialist.

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Latest update on Simple Energy’s upcoming electric scooter launch

Electric Vehicles India

After securing 165 crores of funding, Simple ONE electric scooters appear to have converted electric scooters for commercial use. If you are an EV manufacturer (or) EV Dealer (or) EV Supporter who want to share news related to electric vehicles on our website, please send an email to crm@electricvehicles.in

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Leviton launches 40A Level 2 charging station

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The unit comes standard with Leviton’s patent-pending “cord-connected” system to plug into a power outlet, with the capability to be converted to hard-wire for outdoor applications. selected Leviton as its preferred Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment provider for customer and dealer EV charging.

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