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Geländewagen, Electrified: Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology

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The electric G features a ladder frame design, selectable low range off-road gear reduction, an independent front suspension, and solid rear axle. A 116-kWh lithium-ion battery provides the juice but Merc isn’t yet spilling any tea about expected driving range on a full charge. A sprint from 0–60 mph is said to take 4.7

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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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Not the best range in the market, but this new all-electric convertible was not designed for long road trips with the family. seconds but loses some juice down the straightaway, going 0-200 km/h in 9.1 It’s a tri-motor convertible, and it’s fast as hell. It could go faster if the engineers allow it.

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4 Ways to Maximize Your Jeep Wrangler 4×4

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The Jeep Wrangler 4×4 offers a powerful engine with four-wheel drive (hence the name) as well as advanced suspension systems designed specifically for off-road driving. Your Jeep Wrangler is designed for adventure, and having a sturdy roof rack can significantly increase its utility and efficiency.

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A DIY E-bike Conversion on the Cheap

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It uses an "outrunner" motor designed for electric skateboards. motor designed for electric skateboards for $88 and fashioned a mount for it out of a few pieces of scrap aluminum. Being an open-source design no doubt keeps the price of this hardware down: The controller I bought set me back a mere $85. So I bought an outrunner.

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9 Places to See the Summer Olympics Without Setting Foot in Paris

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And when you’re not watching sports, you can take advantage of museums, parks, design centers, and fresh food and wine options. To wind down in a quiet wine bar, try Yarra , or for a cocktail, Symbiose. Étienne, about 40 miles southwest of Lyon, is transforming its historical industrial identity into one of design and innovation.

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A DIY E-bike Conversion on the Cheap

Cars That Think

It uses an "outrunner" motor designed for electric skateboards. motor designed for electric skateboards for $88 and fashioned a mount for it out of a few pieces of scrap aluminum. Being an open-source design no doubt keeps the price of this hardware down: The controller I bought set me back a mere $85. So I bought an outrunner.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

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Running on regular unleaded, the hybrid system is designed to err on the side of fuel efficiency. The driving range in pure electric mode is short, so best save that battery juice for parking garages or sneaking in late at night. Fuel economy for the Corolla Cross Hybrid is rated at 45 mpg city/38 highway with a combined average of 42.

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