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Buick to launch Electra E5 electric SUV in China on Apr 13

CN EV Post

The Electra E5, Buick's first electric model based on the Ultium platform, is a 5-seat SUV measuring 4,892 mm in length. The Electra E5 features the Pure Design concept, the new generation Virtual Cockpit System (VCS), and Buick eConnect network connectivity technology, SAIC-GM said. kWh per 100 km.

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Harris Interactive survey for Johnson Controls identifies consumer preferences for connected vehicles

Green Car Congress

According to a recent online survey conducted for Johnson Controls by Harris Interactive, US vehicle owners want to use their phones and existing apps to safely connect in their vehicles. a full list of menu options available). car (small/mid-size/large/luxury), SUV/CUV, pickup, minivan, or hybrid) that they drive on a regular basis.

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2024 Audi Q8 55 e-tron review: Is Audi’s electric SUV flagship a worthy rival to the Mercedes EQE and BMW iX?

EV Central

Audi’s simply named e-tron SUV was the luxury brand’s first EV toe in the water, but what to do when your expanding electric vehicle line-up all feature that e-tron badge? Then introduce a new large SUV with more familiar Q8 nameplate, and bung 55 e-tron after it to signify this as the brand’s flagship electric SUV.

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Volkswagen ID.4 quick spin: first Australian drive of electric SUV

EV Central

4 is Volkswagen’s first electric SUV. 4 electric SUV most important VW ‘since the Beetle’ READ MORE: X the new I: Sporty GTX version of Volkswagen ID.4 4 is classified as a mid-sized SUV. That means a long list of standard equipment, including a panoramic sunroof, electrically adjustable seats and 19-inch wheels.

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Genesis GV60 review: Compact SUV a milestone for Korean luxury maker

EV Central

Genesis GV60 Performance AWD review: The launch of the Genesis GV60 compact SUV is proof of the Hyundai-owned Korean luxury brand’s commitment to an electric future. Wireless smartphone connection is missing as a result of an ongoing dispute between Hyundai and Apple. Basics: EV, SUV, 5 seats, AWD. Tick, tick, tick.

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GYON adds name to long list of Chinese EV startups

China EV

GYON’s mission is to “create the next generation of electric, intelligent, connected, and socialized transportation products and services.” But GFM does have a stellar list of clients and accomplishments so I expect the prototype — which may be rolled out at CES in 2020 — will look great.

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top 20 electric car startups around the world

Baua Electric

Here’s a list of 20 electric car startups, along with brief explanations of their products: Tesla (United States): Product: Tesla is a leading electric car manufacturer known for its high-performance electric vehicles, including the Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y. NIO (China): Product: NIO focuses on electric SUVs.