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Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC PHEV available to order in US starting from $122,550

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Peak torque of the electric motor is 369 lb-ft (500 N·m); the top speed in the ELECTRIC drive program is 130 mph, after which the speed is softly limited. kW charger is on board as standard for at home and public charging, while an optional 60 kW DC charger is available for fast charging. S 580e 4MATIC Engine 3.0L

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Electrify America acquiring 30 Envision solar-powered EV charging stations for rural California

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The units are built to withstand extreme weather—holding up against winds up to 120 mph and floods up to 9.5 This keeps the technology operating in the event of a blackout or power outage, allowing EV customers to charge their vehicles and get home.

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Event: City of Los Angeles Taking Green To the Streets

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The plug-in hybrid Elgin Broom Bear sweepers already have nicknames–borrowed from the Australian hard rock band AC/DC–Angus and Malcolm. Additionally, it has a maximum speed of 65 mph. Additionally, it has a maximum speed of 65 mph. ” Rocking Plug-Ins. Charging on Sunshine.

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Electrify America launches 8 solar-powered EV charging stations in rural Fresno County

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Electrify America (EA), the largest open DC fast charging network in the US, is increasing access to sustainable electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure for rural Californians with the deployment of eight new solar-powered, off-grid charging stations across Fresno County. feet and can operate in the event of a blackout or power outage.

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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

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As promised earlier today, Maserati has officially launched its third all-electric model, the GranCabrio Folgore, during its “Folgore Day” event in Rimini, Italy. As mentioned earlier today, Maserati is celebrating 110 years in the automotive industry today with a BEV-focused event called Folgore Day. It houses a 92.5

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FCA introduces New Fiat 500 EV; not confirmed for US

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With an output of 87 kW, the new 500 has a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) (self-limited) and delivers acceleration from 0-62 mph in 9.0 seconds and 0-31 mph in 3.1 The Combo 2 socket located on the rear right side panel of the car powers the fast charger, for both AC and DC charging.

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VW Showcases Golf Blue-e-motion at Berlin E-Mobility Event

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Top speed is 140 km/h (87 mph). Energy management is handled by a high-voltage pulse-controlled inverter, which—along with the 12 Volt electrical system’s DC/DC converter and charging module—is integrated in the compact integral drive. The electricity for driving the electric motor is stored in a 26.5

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