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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. New for the 2022 model year, the 2023 XC60 Recharge continues to deliver performance and all-electric and hybrid efficiency in a premium compact SUV.

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Capstone Receives order for 34 microturbines for Denver RTD electric bus fleet

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Two Capstone-equipped DesignLine buses have been in service for more than a year on the mall, and they have better maintenance records than the TransTeq vehicles, according to RTD officials. The batteries are recharged by the Capstone 30kW microturbine, running on diesel or biodiesel.

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Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist vessels going battery-electric; ABB power and propulsion

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In mid-May, the modules will be transported to Niagara Falls and lowered onto the Maid of the Mist dry dock and maintenance facility for assembly. Powered by ABB’s zero-emission technology, the two fully-electric vessels will take tourists to the heart of the Niagara Falls, undisturbed by engine noise or exhaust fumes.

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Road Test: 2022 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic S Mild Hybrid

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There is no plug on the F-Pace to recharge the mild hybrid system. Selecting the Dynamic drive mode for a wonderful throaty exhaust note, the acceleration was spirited, with 0-60 mph consistently turned in the 5.2 The rear has slim LED tail lights that sit high above the twin rectangular chrome exhaust tips. Hitting the Road.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

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Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. The high voltage systems pose little to no risk of electric shock, either while driving or recharging. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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Road Test: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe PHEV

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hours to fully recharge the battery. The flat roof, with a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, leads to a power lift gate with slit LED tail lights sitting above dual, chrome exhaust-tips. Maintenance – Three years/Unlimited. Using a Level 2 charger it will take 2.5 Accommodating Interior.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

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Fully electric vehicles run on rechargeable batteries, which power an electric motor. They have no gas, exhaust, clutch, gears, or spark plugs. When the battery depletes, it is recharged using grid electricity from a wall socket or a dedicated charging station. . BEVs are low-maintenance vehicles.

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