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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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General Motors has launched a new business, BrightDrop , which will offer an ecosystem of electric first-to-last-mile products, software and services to empower delivery and logistics companies to move goods more efficiently. Peak charge rate of up to 170 miles of EV range per hour via 120kW DC fast charging.

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2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features upgraded powertrain, enlarged battery pack

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The 2021 Outlander PHEV is available at Mitsubishi dealers now. kWh, resulting in an increase of all-electric range from 22 to 24 miles. Additionally, this also allows increasing the top speed of all-electric operation from 79 mph to 83 mph. liter inline-four cylinder engine and a higher-output rear electric motor.

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Toyota introduces new RAV4 EV; 41.8 kWh pack, 100-mile range

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kWh Li-ion pack, offering an expected driving range rating of approximately 100 miles (161 km). The battery warranty is 8 years or 100,000 miles. In Sport mode, the vehicle reaches 0-60 mph in 7.0 seconds and has a maximum speed of 100 mph. Normal mode achieves 0-60 mph in 8.6

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive priced at $41,450 for US; 85-mile range

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The MY14 B-Class Electric Vehicle will be available beginning in mid-July to dealers in California; Connecticut; Maine; Maryland; Massachusetts; New Jersey; New York; Oregon; Rhode Island; and Vermont. The electrically driven B-Class accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.9 Range is an estimated 85 miles (137 km).

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

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With new thermally-managed NMC battery chemistry, the new Generation 2 all-electric powertrain has 20% longer range than Gen 1, with battery configuration options for 60 or 120-mile ranges (based on certified Dynamometer testing). hours (120-mile range) with Lightning’s DC fast charging option (using standard CCS-Combo charging).

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2021 Audi Q5, A7 and A8 TFSI e PHEVS now on sale in US

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0-60 mph acceleration. All manufacturer-suggested retail prices listed exclude destination charge ($1,045 for Audi A7 and A8 models; $1,095 for Audi Q5 models), taxes, title, other options and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price. EPA-estimated. all-electric range. Potential federal. tax incentive. EPA-estimated MPGe.

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Lightning Systems receives California ARB Executive Order for new electric Ford F-59 delivery van and food truck

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The platform is offered in 80-mile and 110-mile range versions. The powertrain offers peak power of 180 kW (equivalent 241 horsepower), a torque rating of 1,071 N·m, (790 lb-ft), and a top speed of 65 mph (software limited). It accommodates a full charge in about 2 hours (80-mile range) or 2.5