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Review: 2024 Chevy Silverado EV RST arrives for civilians

Baua Electric

2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Our drive route mixed rural Michigan roads and fast Interstate traffic up to 80 mph. No figures on the efficiency hit from towing were given, but the onboard navigation from Google takes into account any towing and adjusts range and charging stops accordingly. miles per kilowatt-hour.

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Where to locate public chargers?

Electric Auto Association

Electricity is ubiquitous, EVs refuelable by wind, hydro, geothermal, solar, or traditional energy sources. Level 1 (120v) charging is practical when a charge of approximately 5 mph is acceptable, while Level 2 and Level 3 must be utilized for a faster charge. not internet-connected) and networked (internet-connected).

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Flash Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

Clean Fleet Report

The Silverado EV drove smooth, but there was noticeable wind noise from the outside mirrors to the point we checked if all the windows were up. This temporary blast of electrons pushes the 2+ ton mass 0-60 mph in about 4.5 inch driver configurable LCD infotainment screen – 17.0-inch

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

Zero-to-60 mph speeds are in the low-eight second range, which doesn’t quite put it in the performance or sporty category. Connectivity is through two front and rear USB-C ports and a USB-A port in the center console. Voice commands connect with Siri EyesFree and Google Assistant by saying “Hey, Lexus” or “Hi, Lexus.”

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis G90 Performance

Clean Fleet Report

The smile inducing silky power and torque was strong, especially in Sport mode, where we turned 0-60 mph times of about 4.9 The G90 has limited wind and road noise partly due to the low 0.27 Bluetooth connection for up to two devices, USB C-type power and data ports, wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi Hotspot complete the technology.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

Green Car Congress

The A3 e-tron can cruise at up to 80 mph in all-electric mode; a spec we confirmed—with enjoyment—last week during a media drive in the San Francisco Bay Area. Top speed for the A3 Sportback e-tron is 130 mph. We have a clutch that engages and connects the two, that gets the engine going. Just to give an example.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD

Clean Fleet Report

The UX 250h can go-up to 71 mph on electricity alone, with a nearly imperceptible transition between gasoline and electricity. Connectivity is through four USB ports. Voice commands connect with Siri EyesFree and Google Assistant. The Enform service connect system is included for the first 10 years.

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