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Tesla’s demand-triggering Model 3 LR gets official EPA range rating

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Tesla’s reintroduced Model 3 Long Range has finally landed an official range rating from the EPA just a few weeks after the automaker started re-offering the vehicle to U.S. Design Studio in August 2022 after CEO Elon Musk stated the waitlist for the vehicle was simply too long. .” seconds from 0-60 MPH.

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating.

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Test drive: 2024 Genesis GV60 delivers rolling design statement

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Few automakers are as on-point with their design game at the moment as Genesis, and the automaker’s first electric car is no exception. In an era of garish design and massive grilles, Genesis has figured out how to stand out from the crowd with the 2024 GV60 with delightful details and reasonable efficiency. Still not bad.

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EPA fuel economy report finds weight and power leveling off, footprint stable

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EPA recently released the latest edition of its annual report Light-Duty Automotive Technology, Carbon Dioxide Emissions and Fuel Economy Trends. Vehicle weight and power are two important design parameters that help determine a vehicle’s CO 2 emissions and fuel economy. EPA will not have final MY 2017 data until next year’s report.

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2023 MAZDA MX-30 EV arriving in California dealerships this spring; starting at $34,110; 100-mile range

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kWh lithium-ion battery, the MX-30 has an EPA-estimated range of 100 miles on a full charge. The MX-30’s modern styling is distinctly a Mazda, while also bringing unique design features such as freestyle doors and a floating center console to express the openness of the vehicle. Equipped with Mazda’s e-Skyactiv technology and a 35.5

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Audi adds new RWD variant to Q4 e-tron family

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With the addition of the Q4 40 e-tron, customers can achieve an EPA estimated range of up to 265 miles. Available Matrix-design headlights with digital daytime running lights include customizable light signatures, as well as animation for both the headlights and taillights. Top track speed (mph). EPA-estimated range (miles).

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Siemens and Cummins partner to provide diesel-electric EPA Tier 4 passenger rail locomotives in US

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Siemens Rail Systems and Cummins are partnering to bring EPA Tier 4 compliant locomotives to market. Leveraging Siemens proven rail technology, these locomotives will be designed and built specifically to deliver a smoother, more reliable and more energy-efficient riding experience for passengers.

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