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GM's Buick Proxima EV concept for China is a gullwing flagship

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General Motors on Monday unveiled a new Buick EV concept for China. A flagship sedan built on a dedicated EV architecture, it sports gullwing doors that are typical concept-car fare, but will likely.

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Photos and Specs for the Upcoming Kia EV5 GT Surfaced On a Chinese Government Website

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Motor 1 located an application on China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) website that covers a new EV called the EV5, a small crossover with the brand’s signature funky styling. The Kia EV9 is just hitting the streets, but we’re already learning about the automaker’s “next big thing.”

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New powertrains for updated BMW X5 and BMW X6; PHEV and 48V MHEV

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BMW presented the extensively updated new editions of its Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) for the luxury segment. This across-the-board application of electrification comes in the form of an electric motor integrated into the transmission. All the drive units now feature 48V mild hybrid technology.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 The eight-cylinder engine is assisted in its task by an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission.

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Genesis Unveiled Two Futuristic Concepts In New York

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While it sports some lines and design elements from current Genesis vehicles, the concept takes them to the future. It features upgraded cooling for the batteries and electric motors, and canards help increase downforce on the front axle. Genesis unveiled the Neolun electric SUV concept and the GV60 Magma Concept.

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Nissan introduces all-new LEAF NISMO RC electric race car; more than double power and torque of predecessor

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With dual electric motors, all-wheel drive and an aggressive, restyled body shape, the purpose-built car demonstrates how Nissan’s electric vehicle technology can deliver exciting yet quiet, zero-emission power—a key component of the company’s Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision. seconds—50% quicker than the previous model.

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Varley Electric Vehicle introduces the evR-450 supercar

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A hand-built sports car, the evR-450 is developed on a race-proven aluminum monocoque chassis and powered by an all-electric AC driveline and lithium-ion battery pack and power electronics. The motors were custom-designed exclusively for the evR by Ultramotive Technologies, and are complemented by Tritium’s efficient Wavesculptor inverters.