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TUM, partners to present electric aCar prototype at IAA; transport for sub-Saharan Africa

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Power output is 2 x 8 kW; voltage level is 48 volts; top speed is 60 km/h (37 mph). The battery can be loaded from an ordinary 220 volt household wall socket within 7 hours. The two-seat aCar is EU-classified as L7e—a heavy quadricycle. Solar modules mounted on the roof of the aCar gather energy throughout the day.

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Audi SQ7 features new V8 TDI, 48V system, electric compressor

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mph) (governed). The power for the EPC, which reaches a maximum of 7 kW, is provided by the 48‑volt electrical subsystem. A DC/DC converter connects the 48‑volt and 12‑volt electrical systems. In addition, the 48‑volt storage unit supports the 12‑volt electrical system when required. The newly developed 4.0-liter

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Micromobility: Zapp Scooters Bring Style, Range and Fun to Urban Riding

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Zapp claims that the 20-horsepower (18 kilowatt/kW) motor pulls the bike from 0-31 mph in a brisk 2.35 The packs can charge from 20 to 80 percent on household 110-volt current in under an hour. Zapp is planning a fleet of service vans to take care of maintenance and problems. The i300 has two removable 1.4 Range and Power.

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Razor E100 review: A great electric scooter for kids

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The rear wheel hosts a minimal 100-watt, chain-driven motor that only reaches speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h), safe for any suburban neighborhood. The steel frame and deck make it durable to ride, and simple components won’t require much maintenance. Max speed: 10 mph (16 km/h). A: The Razor E100 goes up to 10 mph (16 km/h).

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Chevy Volt Delivers Novel Two-Motor, Four-Mode Extended Range Electric Drive System; Seamless Driver Experience Plus Efficiency

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The Volt drive unit combines two motors and three clutches to deliver four distinct operating modes to maximize efficiency and provide a seamless driving experience. The Volt could also be called a plug-in series hybrid, depending upon your taxonomic preference.). by Mike Millikin and Jack Rosebro. Click to enlarge. HVAC), and weather.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

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With a fully charged battery, the XC60 Recharge can go 36 miles on pure electricity (speed-limited to about 80 mph) and has a 63 MPGe rating. Fast and composed In a few 0-60 mph runs, we consistently clocked around 4.6 With a 240 volt Level 2 charger (at a maximum of 3.6 Removing eyes from the road is never a good thing.

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1-year customer field trials of FUSO electric Canter in Portugal show 64% lower costs, 37% reduction in CO2 given local power mix

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Charging the batteries on a 230-volt outlet takes about seven hours. The City of Lisbon used the Canter E-Cell for the disposal of vegetation and waste; the City of Porto used it as a collection vehicle for recyclables; the City of Sintra for forest management; and the cities of Abrantes and Cascais likewise for landscape maintenance.

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