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Hyundai unveils new ‘Active Air Skirt’ tech to increase EV range and performance

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The new EV tech enhances aerodynamics to improve driving range and performance at higher speeds. With competition rising, things like faster charging, longer range, and added features are becoming more common. At 43 mph (70 km/h), the unit is stored again. Hyundai installed the AAS between the front bumper and front wheels.

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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 also announced it has developed a zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell range extender for the product. Both the all-electric and the zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell range extender are available for heavy-duty Transits with a 10,360-pound gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). —Tim Reeser, CEO for Lightning Systems.

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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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Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emissions drivetrains for commercial fleets, has had its longer-range, higher-speed, Generation 2 model of its Lightning Electric system for the Ford Transit ( earlier post ) named in an Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

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Jaguar kills off its entire range for new era of extremely expensive EVs

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Not to mention a limited range of around 286 miles for a vehicle with a hefty price tag starting at $73,775 in the US. Meanwhile, the company plans to stockpile vehicles to have supply ready for dealers, but Eberhardt didn’t offer details on how that will play out. Rather, US buyers can access the next-gen vehicles via dealers.

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Ford Added a $4,995 Appearance Package for the 2024 Bronco Raptor

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The Ford Bronco Raptor was already expensive enough even without dealer markups, but the automaker has figured out a way to make it even pricier. That powertrain enables a sub-six-second 0-60 mph time, and the Raptor can tow up to 4,500 pounds when properly equipped. The turbocharged 3.0-liter

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Phihong introduces new Level 3 30kW wall-mount DC charger

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The unit offers significant performance and time-saving advantages, including charging speeds up to four times faster than conventional 7kW AC chargers, dual charging connections, and a wide output voltage range to support luxury EVs, trucks, and buses. 30kW Wall-Mount DC Fast Charger shown on a stand.

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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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