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EVs with sodium-ion batteries are rolling off production lines in China – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Sodium-ion batteries have long been touted as a possible successor to the lithium-ion kind—they may have lower energy density, but they rely on more abundant sodium rather than lithium, perform better in cold temperatures, and above all, tend to be cheaper. kWh and a range of 301 km (CLTC).

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

Green Car Congress

seconds, accompanied by an energy-charged soundtrack of rare emotional appeal for an eight-cylinder unit. This originates from its sports exhaust system featuring electronically controlled, continuously adjustable flaps and hexagonal dual tailpipes arranged one above the other for the first time on a BMW M model. kWh of usable energy.

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New powertrains for updated BMW X5 and BMW X6; PHEV and 48V MHEV

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BMW presented the extensively updated new editions of its Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) for the luxury segment. The energy required for the electric power boost is stored in a 48V battery located in the engine compartment. The BMW X5 xDrive50e accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.8

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Audi revamps 2015 R18 e-tron quattro Le Mans diesel hybrid racer; 4MJ class

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A two-fold quantity of hybrid energy, fundamentally revised aerodynamics, the next step in lightweight design and detailed optimization work characterize the fifth generation of the Audi R18. During braking, energy is recovered which the system subsequently feeds back to the front axle on acceleration. Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)

Baua Electric

Recuperation of some energy gets overseen by paddle-controlled modes. It sports a black-panel “grille,” a higher hood line, flares on the rear fenders that act as air curtains, and a small spoiler at the top of the windshield to smooth air flow. The GMC Hummer EV and the related Sierra EV have a CrabWalk setup for diagonal driving.

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Gen 5 2019 Toyota RAV4 debuts at New York International Auto Show; 2.5L inline-4 and Toyota Hybrid System

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The engine utilizes high-speed combustion technology and a variable control system for greater thermal efficiency output, which reduces energy losses associated with exhaust and cooling systems and the movement of mechanical parts, among other factors. The new RAV4 offers two powertrains: the Dynamic Force 2.5-liter Earlier post.).

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Tesla Model Y Performance versus Kia EV6 GT: Which is Australia’s best go-fast EV?

EV Central

You’ll find 21-inch alloys, matrix LED headlights, faux-leather and suede sport seats that are heated up front, and a very good dual 12.3-inch Its sports seats means it misses out on electric adjustment up front. Over our 235km test route, the Tesla Model Y Performance used 44kWh of energy.

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