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Road Test: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4matic

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A side of luxury Silent Propulsion Clean Feet Report drove the EQE 350 4matic, with dual motors (front and rear) that produce 288 horsepower and 564 pound-feet of torque. The steering is light for around town and then is speed-dependent, so there is never a loss of road feel or the ability to accurately carve through mountains or traffic.

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World Bank/ICCT report provides guidance to reducing black carbon emissions from diesels in developing countries

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Global black carbon emissions from transportation by region among top 10 motorized regions, 2000-2050. China and India have made significant progress in moving to Euro 4/IV standards for light- and heavy-duty vehicles; some major cities, including Delhi and Beijing, have taken steps to advance beyond the national requirements.

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10-Year FTA Low-Speed Urban Maglev Research Program Shows Technology is Feasible, But Infrastructure Costs and Availability of Technologies Are Intimidating

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Most large urban areas in the United States have already invested in some type of mass transit system (subway or light rail) and urban maglev poses a fundamental change in technology that is viewed as being both a major risk and cost-prohibitive by transit agencies and investors, according to the report. ferromagnetic aluminum, copper, etc.)

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Honda launches 2017 Accord Hybrid; 2nd generation two-motor hybrid powertrain

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Featuring an advanced second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, the 2017 Accord Hybrid midsize sedan delivers peak total system output of 212 hp, best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg US (4.8/5.0/4.9 Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. EV Drive Operation.

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EV myths busted: The most common electric vehicle misconceptions

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Cost of EV maintenance. For example, battery EV motors have fewer moving parts than fossil-fuel vehicles, no fluids to change and no wear or heat from a combustion engine, there’s less to maintain over time, saving you money (and time) at the mechanics. 5 Tips to increase EV battery life.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Venue

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The motor-driven power steering was light-neutral in its feel, commanding the 205/55 Nexen NPriz all-season touring tires mounted on 17-inch alloy wheels (standard on our Denim trim level). In the Denim trim, the front end gets LED projector head and daytime running lights and LED taillights. A two-toner. Clean Fleet Report’s.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In In the past the auto industry has responded to incentives and guidelines set by government agencies and reengineered their product to meet this requirement.

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