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This modular ‘pop-up solar canopy’ charges EVs off-grid

Baua Electric

The system works in temperatures ranging from -20F to 120F and is built to withstand winds up to 130 mph. But, thanks to a tax credit from the Inflation Reduction Act, buyers could get back 40% of their expenses. It can support either one or two Level 2 EV chargers. Installation might add up to $5,000 more.

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AMP Battery Electric 2010 GM Chevrolet Equinox Debuts at New York Auto Show

Green Car Congress

Powered by Remy International motors, the AMP electric powertrain has a range of up to 150 miles (241 km) per charge, will reach a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h), and will go from zero to 60 miles per hour in approximately eight seconds, with a charge voltage of either 110V or 220V.

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First drive in the Kia EV9: The three-row electric SUV many consumers have been waiting for

Baua Electric

A quick Kia EV9 recap leading up to the test drive This latest drive event (personally my first with Kia) was three years in the making, as the EV9 SUV’s origin dates back to its debut as a concept at the LA Auto Show in 2021. The GT-Line can deliver a top speed of 124 mph and accelerate 0-60 mph in five seconds – 4.5

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Road Test: 2022 Polestar 2 Single Motor EV

Clean Fleet Report

seconds from 50 to 70 mph, made passing Semi trucks and motorhomes a breeze. The LED Active Bending head and fog lights turn up to 15 degrees at speeds of up to 25 mph, illuminating curves. Federal and state tax credits could reduce the price you pay. Even less if your state also offers a tax credit.

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Final EV Tax Credit Details and More EV News

Electric Auto Association

Many Americans want to know if their next EV purchase qualifies for a full, half, or any tax credit. kWh battery pack Est. 0-62 mph time is 9.4 kWh battery pack Est. 0-62 mph time of 8.2 EV tax credit. Save this article and refer back to it at upcoming EVA ride-and-drive events this Spring.

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Ford begins roll-out of Focus Electric; electrifying the platform efficiently

Green Car Congress

A 105 kW permanent magnetic electric traction motor delivers 188 lb-ft (255 N·m) of torque, and propels the car up to 84 mph (135 km/h). A federal income tax credit of $7,500 is available, as well as different state credits or rebates. Combined cycle consumption is 32 kWh/100 miles. Earlier post.)

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Mini E Makes LA Debut

Revenge of the Electric Car

BMW’s just held an event for the lessees of their Mini E at the Science Center, next to the University of Southern California, a really stellar venue when you consider the product they were showing. orders of magnitude faster than the 95 mph Mini E. This sleek, titanium marvel can travel at mach 3.2,

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