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Octillion Power Systems enters US bus market to supply batteries for motorcoaches, city buses

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Coaches will be powered by an all-electric powertrain from Lightning eMotors, a developer of zero-emission vehicles for commercial fleets. Electrification of bus fleets has become a priority in many regions of the world, with nearly 500,000 EV buses now running globally.

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CASE unveils first fully electric backhoe loader: the 580 EV

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The 580 EV is powered by a 480-volt, 90 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged by any 220-volt/three-phase connection. and with direct input from utilities and other businesses focused on converting significant portions of their fleets to fully electric backhoes. and Moog Inc.,

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Electric Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept pickup truck revealed at CES

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Ram says it can charge at 800 volts, claiming users could add 100 miles of range in 10 minutes (a carefully chosen statistic that assumes a largely depleted pack, optimum temperatures, and other ideal conditions). Koval said the 800-volt charging would be accompanied by more conventional 400-volt charging as well.

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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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As GM introduces a new fleet of electric vehicles, it creates an exciting opportunity to bring EV technology to the aftermarket. liter) V-8, three-speed automatic, fuel system and exhaust. Power is supplied by a 400-volt Bolt EV battery pack with 60 kWh of usable energy installed in the cargo area.

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News: Dodge Reveals Charger Daytona SRT EV Concept

Clean Fleet Report

Dodge did not provide details on the powertrain but did say it was based on the 800-volt system, which they have named Banshee. Clean Fleet Report wishes we could tell you more, but like us you will have to wait over the coming months for Dodge to leak-out more tidbits. The Charger EV offers a glimpse at the brand’s electric future.

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How You Can Extend the Life of Your EV

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There are so many aspects that need to be checked, from the exhaust system, oil changes, brake fluid, transmission fluid and so on. EVs need less maintenance, but they still need attention There’s Battery Maintenance Traditional cars have battery maintenance for their 12-volt batteries; it’s the same thing when it comes to electric vehicles.

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Flash Drive: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

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Press the Boost button and a familiar exhaust crackle is piped through the 10 interior speakers and two exterior speakers, as the e-shift takes you through the “gears,” which of course is not actually happening as EVs have only one gear. kW onboard charger that can charge up to 800 volts. Charging The Ioniq 5 N has a 10.9

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