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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Lectra: Matts sweetelectric motorcycle Mazda626 : Jerry Halsteads conversion diary. Groov-E-Skootz: electricscooter and bicycle retailer Midget Motors : Gizmo distributor SD Scooters : Electric Scooters SunValley Ford : They sold the Ford Ranger EV, now canceled. Jeep: Nick Vieras Cherokee conversion project. See what you missed.

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Electric Vehicles Open-up New Business Opportunities

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The automotive industry comprises a wide range of companies and organizations involved in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and selling of motor vehicles. Jezza Motors – E-Rickshaw manufacturer Ather Energy – Electric Scooter manufacturer Strom Motor s – Electric Car manufacturer.

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Like most people, I tend to drive less than 30 miles a day, so I won’t run out of charge. right now, and our conventional 60 Hz is absolute crap - most modern airliners use 400Hz, to save on size of alternators, generators motors and transformers! About 15 amps from a 110v outlet is adequate. Europe uses 220 v.a.c.

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

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We always seem to hear that one coming from a mile away. When a car is operating on the electric motor only, throttle and speed dependent synthesised sound projects an engine sound in front of the vehicle. Motor Trend Magazine has extensive coverage of all cars online including road tests, free videos, buying guides, etc.

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VIDEO: Driving a Tesla-powered Smart

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Our friend Doug, of Tesla Motors Club fame, was at the event and went for a ride in the diminutive one, armed with a video camera to record the ride, the results of which we are happy to share with you after the break. Zytek (a UK based company) make the motor and drivetrain for it. from the Tesla Roadster. Mercedes please take note.

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Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day

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Still, the instant torque of the electric motor is a rush you get to experience all the time in city driving; each time you pull away from a red light and stop sign youre wondering why gasoline engines ever became popular. The car is noisy, with the hum of the electric motor omnipresent when youre not at a standstill.

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

However, because of the duty cycle used by the Postal Service, which generally amounts to only about 18-20 miles per day on a fixed route, these vehicles are being built without the range extender seen on the concept. My local post office is about 5 miles from my house, so could possible fit the range requirements.

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