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Lightning Systems’ battery-electric Ford Transit on schedule for March deliveries; fuel cell range extender option

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Lightning Systems, a global developer of efficiency and emissions improvement solutions for fleets, announced that it is on schedule for March deliveries of its new battery-electric LightningElectric conversion system for Ford Transit. Ford’s vehicle warranty covers the base chassis for vehicles with the Lightning conversions.

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Lightning Systems accepting orders for LightningElectric battery-electric upfit for Ford Transit; price and specs

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The LightningElectric battery conversion package is available for Ford Transit as part of Ford Motor Company’s eQVM program. Conversions and service are performed by Ford QVM-certified upfitters and dealers around the world. EV Conversion Price $69,000 $89,000. Maximum Speed 55 mph (electronically limited).

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California Department of State Hospitals orders 12 electric Ford Transit 350HD vans from Lightning Systems

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The Lightning Electric models are being provided to the hospital system by Wondries Fleet Group, a leading fleet dealer in California. Lightning’s powertrain in the Ford Transit offers peak power of 160 kW (equivalent 215 horsepower), a torque rating of 994 N·m, (733 lb-ft), and a top speed of 65 MPH.

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Software Upgrade to Prius PHEV NiMH Conversion Kit Enables All-Electric Driving At Up to 70mph

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Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp. kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. Ewert Energy Systems video (handheld) of driving a Prius PHEV conversion at highway speeds.

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Lightning Systems introduces Generation 2 model of its battery-electric Ford Transit powertrain

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The latest powertrain offers peak power of 160 kW (equivalent 215 horsepower), a torque rating of 994 N·m, (733 lb-ft), and a top speed of 65 mph (software limited). Installation and service are performed by Ford QVM-certified upfitters and dealers around the world.

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Lightning Systems Gen 2 electric Ford Transit named in CARB executive order; new NMC batteries for longer range

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The latest powertrain offers peak power of 160 kW (equivalent 215 horsepower), a torque rating of 994 N·m, (733 lb-ft), and a top speed of 65 mph (software limited). Fleets receive the voucher discount at the point of sale while HVIP-approved vendors and dealers process the required documentation.

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AMP Unveils Electric Version of GM Equinox; Secret Sauce is the Drivetrain

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AMP ), a company engaged in the conversion of new vehicles to full battery-electric drive, unveiled its latest all-electric conversion platform, the GM Chevrolet Equinox. AMP will use the Remy HVH250 electric motors in their custom electric vehicle conversions. Tags: Conversions Electric (Battery) Motors Plug-ins.

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