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Chevrolet introduce electrified AWD Corvette: 2024 E-Ray hybrid

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The new E-Ray—available in removeable roof coupe and hardtop convertible models—is the only sports car pairing two separate propulsion systems to provide naturally aspirated V-8 power with electrified responsiveness powered by eAWD. second 0-60 mph time before breezing through the quarter-mile in 10.5 seconds. (The

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New Mercedes-AMG SL 43 features engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger derived directly from Formula 1

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The turbocharger, electric motor and power electronics are connected to the combustion engine’s cooling circuit to create an optimal temperature environment at all times. The AMG SL 43 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds on its way to an electronically limited 170 mph top speed.

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Genesis premieres first EV model: Electrified G80

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This allows customers to enjoy dynamic driving, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph just in 4.9 With this, customers can use a 800V rapid charging system with no need for an additional converter, and also a 400V charger. Range may vary based on region.). 350kW rapid charging enables the battery to charge from 10% to 80% in just 22 minutes.

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4 Classic Car Relaunches Transforming the EV Landscape

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Jaguar hopes more people will convert their classic cars into electric vehicles to keep them on the road. Those who convert their internal combustion engines won’t miss a beat, either. The battery-powered model reaches 62 mph in 5.5 seconds , clocking in at one second faster than the original. Classic looks, current power 2.

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Sustainable Rail International, U of Minnesota partner to develop most powerful carbon-neutral locomotive, using new steam engine and biocoal

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CSR plans to break the world record for steam locomotive speed, reaching 130 mph (209 km/h). CSR will completely rebuild and modernize the locomotive, doubling its thermal efficiency, converting it to burn biocoal, replacing all existing link motion with roller-bearing rods, rebalancing the driving wheels and more. Locomotive 3463.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces 9G-TRONIC 9-speed on E350 BlueTEC

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Mercedes-Benz’ new E350 BlueTEC features as standard the new 9G-TRONIC, the first nine-speed automatic transmission with torque converter. The combination of double torsional damper and centrifugal pendulum technology in the torque converter provides drive comfort. Click to enlarge. Fuel Efficiency Transmissions'

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Cadillac previews production CELESTIQ flagship EV; MSRP starting above $300,000

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In addition to the impressive horsepower and torque, the vehicle is also projected to deliver 0-60-mph in 3.8 Regen on Demand Braking is standard and helps maximize driving range by converting the kinetic energy of the vehicle’s forward momentum into electricity that’s stored in the battery pack. 1 front and 11.63:1

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