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Second generation Smart EV on its way

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Having already made significant in-roads into the electric vehicle market, Smart is now planning to introduce its second generation electric drive Smart Fortwo with production to begin in early November. It will be produced in large volumes as part of the normal Smart range from 2012. It can accelerate from 0-60km/h in 6.5

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American and European Standards organizations agree to strengthen transatlantic cooperation on standards for electric vehicles

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Participants also recognized that governments, including the European Commission and other inter-governmental bodies, must play their part by working towards the increased harmonization of relevant laws and regulations. Much standards work has been undertaken to ensure the safety of lithium-ion batteries and EVSE.

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