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Ford expands Smart Mobility projects with connected e-bike study

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Ford Motor Company is expanding its global Ford Smart Mobility plan ( earlier post ) with a new experiment to study how connected electric bicycles can work seamlessly with cars and public transport to deliver faster and easier daily commutes and help businesses operating in urban centers.

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New Indian firm Ola launch stunning and beautiful 70 mph electric scooter

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For months Ola Electric has shared pre-launch images of its upcoming EV scooter, and this week finally officially launched. That’s because the two models offer better performance than any other comparably sized electric scooters. Riders can even take calls via the scooter’s OS by connecting their phones. Indian Market.

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BMW unveils i8 Roadster, 2019 i8 Coupe; optimized eDrive tech increases power and range

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The new BMW i8 Roadster and BMW i8 Coupe can cover up to 18 miles (29 km) (preliminary) in purely electric driving, up from 14 miles (23 miles) for the current i8. With hybrid-specific all-wheel drive, the combustion engine driving the rear wheels and the electric motor driving the front wheels, acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes just 4.2/4.4

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BMW to premiere new i3 and i3s EVs at IAA

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The BMW i3 is the bestselling compact battery-electric vehicle in the premium compact segment worldwide since it was launched in 2014. The synchronous electric motor powering the new BMW i3 generates a maximum output of 170 hp (127 kW). The new BMW i3 accelerates from 0 – 60 mph in 7.2 Electricity consumption for the i3s is 14.3

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Promised VW Passat plug-in hybrid to debut at Paris show; both sedan and wagon

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liter TSI engine and electric motor for maximum power output of 218 PS (215 hp, 160 kW) and a driving range of more than 600 miles (965 km), with up to 31 miles (50 km) of that in all-electric mode. The engine develops 156 PS (115 kW) at 5,000 rpm; the electric motor, powered by a 9.9

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Promised VW Passat plug-in hybrid to debut at Paris show; both sedan and wagon

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liter TSI engine and electric motor for maximum power output of 218 PS (215 hp, 160 kW) and a driving range of more than 600 miles (965 km), with up to 31 miles (50 km) of that in all-electric mode. The engine develops 156 PS (115 kW) at 5,000 rpm; the electric motor, powered by a 9.9

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Mercedes-Benz Vans strategic initiative adVANce: holistic system solutions for transport; electric Vision Van

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This all-electric vehicle combines various innovative solutions for last-mile delivery in urban and suburban environments. It is the first van worldwide to fully digitally connect all people and processes involved, from the distribution center to the consignee. The theoretical top speed stands at 120 km/h (75 mph).

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