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Phihong introduces new Level 3 30kW wall-mount DC charger

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The unit offers significant performance and time-saving advantages, including charging speeds up to four times faster than conventional 7kW AC chargers, dual charging connections, and a wide output voltage range to support luxury EVs, trucks, and buses. 30kW Wall-Mount DC Fast Charger shown on a stand.

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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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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.

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Plug-in hybrid model now tops the Porsche Cayenne range

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seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). In E-Power driving mode, the electric motor can, on its own, propel the vehicle up to a maximum speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). These modes can be selected via the standard Sport Chrono Package (Hybrid Auto, Sport and Sport Plus). hours with the standard 7.2 l/100 km (60.3-63.5

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Ford unveils F-150 Lightning electric pickup; starting at $39,974; arriving in 2022

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Arriving in spring 2022, F-150 Lightning will be available in four series and two battery options at more than 2,300 EV-certified Ford dealers across the country, with the option for fleet customers to access Ford’s complete ecosystem of connected data and telematics services via Ford Commercial Solutions. Standard on base trims is 2.4

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BMW launches Gen2 X5 PHEV in US: X5 xDrive45e

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0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 The prodigious amount of torque also allows for a factory-installed optional trailer hitch (rated for 7,200 lbs. Electric-only top speed increases from 75 mph to 84 mph. cubic feet less than the standard X5. Electric – This electric only mode can be used at speeds up to 84 mph.

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Volvo models across Europe to warn each other of slippery roads and hazards

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Volvo Cars is making its industry-first connected safety technology available across Europe as another step in its ambitions to improve traffic safety. They come as standard on all new model year 2020 Volvos and can be retrofitted on selected earlier models. From 2020, all Volvos will be speed-limited at 180 km/h (112 mph).

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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The new MY2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van for the US now features a 2.1L, 4-cylinder diesel with a t-speed automatic transmission as standard. The reduced slip on the lockup clutch gives a more direct connection to the accelerator pedal and therefore provides greater agility, the company says. 20 mph (32 km/h). 2014 Sprinter.

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