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Power Global, Rap Eco Motors to launch mass electric auto-rickshaw line powered by swappable battery technology

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Power Global and Rap Eco Motors partner to deliver 50,000 made-in-India electric auto-rickshaws built upon the swappable eZee module. Compared to existing fossil fuel-powered auto-rickshaws on the road today, each RANIE vehicle is expected to cut CO 2 e emissions by 3.7

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Ford-owned Spin partners with Tortoise to bring remotely operated e-scooters to cities in N America & Europe in 2021

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This is the first time the technology will be launched with a robust, more stable three-wheeled e-scooter, which can better withstand different road conditions due to its enhanced suspension. The first S-200 fleet will be piloted in Boise, Idaho this Spring. The City will receive up to 300 S-200 e-scooters.

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Volkswagen showcasing its micromobility offerings in Geneva with Streetmate and Cityskater electric scooters

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The concept scooter is light (143 lbs / 65 kg) and also has a particularly low center of gravity, as the lithium-ion battery is integrated into the floor structure. It can be fully recharged in two hours and 15 minutes at a charging station with a charging power of 500 watts. The battery has a rated capacity of 1.3 This lightweight 33.5-inch

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Remy to Supply HVH250 Motors for the Aptera 2e Vehicle

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The three-wheel Aptera 2e has a novel light-weight design weighing approximately 1,800 pounds. Specifically, the HVH250 motor provides the high power density and torque Aptera was seeking; and the motor is compact and light which helps keep down the overall weight of the vehicle, contributing to the driving range.

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Elio Motors set to begin operations in former GM plant in Caddo Parish; 80 mpg highway 3-wheeler for $6,800

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million vehicles, mostly light-duty pickup trucks, at the facility, which was among the properties the former General Motors Corp. The three-wheeled Elio is powered by an inline, 3-cylinder, 0.9 liter, 55 hp, fuel-injected, SOHC gas-powered, liquid-cooled engine coupled to a 5-speed automatic or manual transmission.

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Omega Seiki partners Charzer to deploy 30k cargo vehicles, 20k EV charging stations in India

Electric Vehicles India

We have a target of introducing 30,000+ EV cargo three wheels in the next two years. ” Omega Seiki Mobility partners Forsee Power for smart EV battery solutions. Omega Seiki Mobility offers its own electric three-wheelers RAGE+ brand. First electric four-wheeler light commercial vehicle (LCV).

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Three Wheels United partners Piaggio Vehicles to promote electric 3-wheelers in India

Electric Vehicles India

Three Wheels United partners Piaggio Vehicles to promote electric 3-wheelers in India. The Three Wheels United (TWU) a Bengaluru based tech-enabled financier of light electric vehicles has partnered with Piaggio Vehicles to accelerate the adoption of electric three-wheelers in India.