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Nissan Max-Out all-electric convertible makes physical debut at month-long Futures event

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Nissan Motor will hold Nissan Futures at its Global Headquarters Gallery from 4 February to 1 March. As part of the event launch, Nissan unveiled a physical concept model of its Max-Out EV convertible. The Max-Out is an example of Nissan’s intention to develop a diverse range of advanced and striking vehicles. Earlier post.)

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BMW previews future 7 Series, battery-electric i7

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kWh/100 km according to WLTP; a range of 580 – 610 km (360 - 379 miles) according to WLTP; up to an estimated 305 mi EPA electric range (all forecast based on the vehicle’s development status to date)—and with it the entire new BMW 7 Series. At the same time, it is also technically enabled for future regulatory requirements.

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Hyliion acquires KARNO fuel-agnostic generator technology from GE for range-extended electric truck

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Hyliion, a developer of electrified powertrain solutions for Class 8 commercial vehicles ( earlier post ), has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a new fuel-agnostic generator (KARNO) from GE Additive for its range-extended series-hybrid powertrain. —Thomas Healy, Founder and CEO of Hyliion.

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PHEV version of new VW Tiguan to have electric range of up to 100 km

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As part of final test drives, the Volkswagen brand is announcing the first details of its currently best-selling model. With plug-in hybrid drive, the new Tiguan will achieve electric ranges of up to 100 kilometers in the future. It is based on the new generation of the modular transverse matrix, MQB evo.

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

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Sixth-generation drive units will also help boost range by up to 30%, according to BMW, while new tires and an EV-specific braking system should improve overall efficiency by up to 25%. Bidirectional charging to serve as home backup power Bidirectional charging is also part of the Neue Klasse vehicles.

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

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Sixth-generation drive units will also help boost range by up to 30%, according to BMW, while new tires and an EV-specific braking system should improve overall efficiency by up to 25%. Bidirectional charging to serve as home backup power Bidirectional charging is also part of the Neue Klasse vehicles.

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GM partnering with Wolfspeed to leverage silicon carbide for GM’s future electric vehicle programs

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General Motors and Wolfspeed announced a strategic supplier agreement to develop and provide silicon carbide (SiC) power device solutions for GM’s future electric vehicle programs. Our agreement with Wolfspeed represents another step forward in our transition to an all-electric future.

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