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Force Motors, makers of Gurkha SUV, plans EV move with ?2,000 crore investment

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The carmaker hinted that Gurkha SUV could soon have its own electric version as well. Firodia said, “The investment will be across conventional engines, EVs, upgrading further engineering facilities, creating a more sustainable environment. “We are also working on non-passenger transport, more personal vehicles like the Gurkha.

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2024 Audi Q8 e-tron coming to US this summer; starting MSRP $74,400

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Audi is making a clear statement that the 2024 Q8 e-tron is its flagship electrified SUV. in the Q8 e-tron SUV and 0.27 The new 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron ( earlier post ) has been refined with increased driving range, higher-power and faster charging capabilities, and improved driving dynamics compared to the prior model e-tron.

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Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

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But the cars and SUVs used in these situations drive more miles each year than a typical personal vehicle, contributing a higher proportion of greenhouse gases to the environment. Ridesharing apps are an increasingly popular way to travel around urban areas, especially for people without their own vehicles.

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Foxconn unveils three EVs developed in-house

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Thanks to the open platform sharing advantages, consumers can have a pure electric SUV with high performance, high efficiency, high intelligence, low energy consumption and large space at a reasonable price comparable to a fuel-powered car. The Model C, with a low 0.27 drag coefficient, accelerates from 0 to 100 km in 3.8

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NIO’s expansion into German, Dutch, Danish and Swedish markets coming with buildout of battery swap stations

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NIO also confirmed that pre-orders for its EL7, a mid-large smart electric SUV, and the ET5, its mid-size smart electric sedan, are open now, with deliveries set to start in January and March 2023, respectively. NIO Subscription is designed to offer maximum flexibility and personalization to encourage EV use. NIO ET7 in Berlin.

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Tata Motors launches innovative Harman Ignite Platform in its passenger vehicles – ET Auto

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Harman Ignite Store is designed to meet the rigorous demands and standards of the automotive environment — a value proposition that Harman calls ‘Consumer Experiences. Automotive Grade.’ Consumers can connect with their favourite digital services in the car, through an intuitive, safe, and secure interface. Automotive Grade.’

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NTSB issues 9 safety recommendations after Tesla crash investigation; says no vehicle in US is self-driving

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The 38-year-old driver of the 2017 Tesla Model X P100D electric-powered sport utility vehicle died from multiple blunt-force injuries after his SUV entered the gore area of the US-101 and State Route 85 exit ramp and struck a damaged and nonoperational crash attenuator at a speed of 70.8 seconds and about 560 feet from the crash attenuator.

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