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Since the Tesla Model S Plaid deliveries began, there has been much discussion about the vehicle’s actual 0-60 mph performance. Tesla lists the vehicle with a 1.99-second 0-60 mph time, but this has been met with some pushback from both reviewers and motoring publications alike. MORE
Is there any production car that could beat the Plaid MORE
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed a new law to increase the speed limit from 65 to 70 mph (105 to 113 km/h) on rural four-lane highways, and to lower the limit by five mph for excessive speeding. A study by researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory found that increasing a vehicle’s speed from 60 to 70 mph results in an average 14% decrease in fuel economy. Currently, the threshold for penalties is 31 mph over the limit. MORE
mph (330.88 mph (300.63 Genovation broke the land speed record for a street-legal all-electric vehicle with the Genovation Extreme Electric car (GXE). The GXE reached 205.6 km/h) during supervised tests with Johnny Bohmer Racing at Space Florida’s Shuttle Landing Facility in Kennedy Space Center, FL. The record was certified by the International Mile Racing Association (IMRA). The previous record, which also was held by Genovation, stood at 186.8 km/h). MORE
mph (152.24 Hyundai’s Tucson Fuel Cell ( earlier post ) established the land speed record for a production hydrogen-powered SUV at the Soggy Dry Lake Bed of the California desert, with a top speed of 94.6 km/h). Hyundai has nearly 100 Tucson Fuel Cell SUVs on the roads in Southern California; the first was delivered to its owner in June 2014. MORE
more… The post This new 60 mph and 8.4 Forget high-performance electric scooters – we’ve now entered a whole new field of “ultra performance” electric scooters. Case in point: The NAMI BURN-E electric scooter just launched in the US by Miami-based FluidFreeRide. MORE
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The McLaren F1 supercar and Tesla Model S P85D sedan can both do 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. But they're not fast, not really. Not when there's an electric car that will do 0 to 60 in less than 2 seconds. That car is a 1968 Ford Mustang converted to electric power with the "Zombie 222" package developed by tuner Mitch Medford. DON'T MISS. Green drag racing plug-in cars youtube MORE
This is especially true when it comes to the vehicle’s acceleration, which boasts a 0-60 mph time of 1.99 And thanks to its single-speed transmission, the Model S Plaid would continue pulling at maximum power until it’s well past the 100 mph mark. . MORE
The next-generation Tesla Roadster, when fitted with its SpaceX Package, would be capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph in 1.1 Tesla Roadster SpaceX Package’s shocking 0-60 mph time teased in museum info. It’s now official. MORE
The system enables dynamic charging with a charging power of 180 kW (DC 600 V, 300 A) while driving at a vehicle speed of 155 km/h (96 mph). At the upcoming WCX 17: SAE World Congress Experience, a team from Honda R&D will present a paper on their study of a dynamic charging system that uses high power to charge a traveling EV, with the goal of realizing an unlimited vehicle range. MORE
more… The post Awesomely Weird Alibaba EV of the Week: $4,800 and 75 MPH Slingshot-style electric trike appeared first on Electrek. MORE
The UK Government is planning to trial 80 mph (129 km/h) speed limits on sections of the motorway network. At the time, then-Transport Secretary Philip Hammond said that the current limit of 70 mph was out of date and that the higher limit would give the economy a boost. The Government announced a consultation on motorway speeds in September. MORE
How far can the Ford Mustang Mach-E go on a highway trip at 70 mph? Just as far as the EPA ratings suggest, I recently found out in a real-world range test. MORE
While moving at high speeds of approximately 100 km/h (62 mph), a maximum communication speed of 8 Gbps was achieved, and a maximum of 11 Gbps was achieved at a speed of approximately 30 km/h (18.6 mph), confirming that high-speed in-vehicle communications in the 28 GHz band can be achieved by utilizing On-Glass Antennas. NTT DOCOMO, INC. DOCOMO) and AGC Inc. MORE
more… The post The 40 mph Ristretto electric bike puts a fresh spin on powerful mid-drive e-bikes appeared first on Electrek. While new e-bike launches are fairly common these days, powerful mid-drive electric mopeds are still a rarity. MORE
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A Hyundai Kona Electric went more than 600 miles in a closed-course test, but only when driven at slow speeds with all accessories turned off. MORE
There are very few times where one can justify traveling 136 mph while driving on a mountain at 14,000 feet. Over the course of the video, the Model S Plaid could be seen accelerating out of corners at almost alien speed, at one point even hitting 136 mph. MORE
Tesla’s pure vision Autopilot is poised to receive a significant update, with CEO Elon Musk stating that the radar-less variant of the EV maker’s driver-assist suite would soon have a maximum speed of 80 mph. Sorry, 75 mph limit was done as precautionary measure. MORE
Tesla Model S Plaid has broken several production car records in its first independent tests with MotorTrend , but the insane 0-60 mph in less than 2 seconds needs an asterisk next to it. MORE
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Less than six months after the merger of Fiat Chrysler and France’s PSA, the combined automaker called Stellantis presented on Thursday what could set it up for success in the decade of the electric vehicle: a comprehensive EV strategy, the bandwidth to scale it up, and a big investment. MORE
MPH for 16-miles on a single charge. MPH for $500, more appeared first on Electrek. Amazon is offering the Jetson Knight Electric Scooter for $499.99 shipped. Down $100 from its normal rate, today’s deal marks a new all-time low that we’ve tracked. MORE
The Tesla Model S Plaid is certainly one of them, especially when it comes to the monster sedan’s capability to accelerate from 60-120 mph in under 4 seconds. . This was demonstrated recently by a Model S Plaid owner who shared a video of his vehicle accelerating to about 130 mph. MORE
more… The post BMW unveils its crazy, futuristic 75 mph electric scooter appeared first on Electrek. It’s finally here: BMW has brought its futuristic concept electric scooter to life as the BMW CE 04. MORE
Fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG), the Lucas Oil/Lessman Streamliner hisett an official speed record for a CNG vehicle of 323 mph through the measured mile at the Bonneville Salt Flats in early October. With an official timed speed by the Southern California Timing Association at the 2009 World Finals of 323 mph and an actual peak speed of 332 mph, owner-driver Roger Lessman is excited about the demonstrated performance aspects of a more environmentally friendly fuel. MORE
Here you can watch a brand new Tesla Model S Plaid accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 1.99 more… The post Watch Tesla Model S Plaid electric hypercar go from 0 to 60 mph in 1.99 MORE
As per the museum’s information panel, the new Tesla Roadster SpaceX Package would be able to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 1.1 As per the Petersen Auto Museum’s information panel, the Tesla Roadster SpaceX Package would be capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in 1.1 MORE
During the run, the test driver drove the Model S Long Range Plus through a 100-mile stretch of interstate, involving an out-and-back loop at 75 mph in cruise control. We had to lengthen the course instead, notching 320 miles at 75 mph, the best result of any EV yet,” wrote Car and Driver. MORE
The Tesla Model S Plaid’s 0-60 mph time is listed on the company’s website as 1.99 Yet in a recent test by MotorTrend , the Model S Plaid actually proved faster than its listed 0-60 mph time, hitting highway speeds in just 1.98 mph. . mph. . MORE
Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla is updating the new Roadster design, and it looks like it’s going to achieve a 0-60 mph acceleration in a mind-boggling 1.1 more… The post Tesla is updating Roadster design, 0-60 mph in mind-boggling 1.1 MORE
The Model S Plaid topped out at 136 MPH while driving at 14,000 feet above sea level. The post Tesla Model S Plaid reaches 140 MPH during first place run at Pikes Peak Hill Climb appeared first on TESLARATI. MORE
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Since the Tesla Model S Plaid deliveries began, there has been much discussion about the vehicle’s actual 0-60 mph performance. Tesla lists the vehicle with a 1.99-second 0-60 mph time, but this has been met with some pushback from both reviewers and motoring publications alike.
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A brand-new Tesla Model S Plaid modded by Unplugged Performance hit over 150 mph on the Laguna Seca racetrack – and it passed several million-dollar hypercars.
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The Tesla Model S Plaid is certainly one of them, especially when it comes to the monster sedan’s capability to accelerate from 60-120 mph in under 4 seconds. . This was demonstrated recently by a Model S Plaid owner who shared a video of his vehicle accelerating to about 130 mph.
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The Tesla Model S Plaid’s 0-60 mph time is listed on the company’s website as 1.99 Yet in a recent test by MotorTrend , the Model S Plaid actually proved faster than its listed 0-60 mph time, hitting highway speeds in just 1.98 mph. . mph. .
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Here you can watch a brand new Tesla Model S Plaid accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 1.99 more… The post Watch Tesla Model S Plaid electric hypercar go from 0 to 60 mph in 1.99
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla is updating the new Roadster design, and it looks like it’s going to achieve a 0-60 mph acceleration in a mind-boggling 1.1 more… The post Tesla is updating Roadster design, 0-60 mph in mind-boggling 1.1
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Tesla is warning that its new Model S Plaid won’t hit its advertised 200 mph top speed at launch since it will need a tire and wheel upgrade this fall.
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There are very few times where one can justify traveling 136 mph while driving on a mountain at 14,000 feet. Over the course of the video, the Model S Plaid could be seen accelerating out of corners at almost alien speed, at one point even hitting 136 mph.
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Tesla Model S Plaid has broken several production car records in its first independent tests with MotorTrend , but the insane 0-60 mph in less than 2 seconds needs an asterisk next to it.
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The next-generation Tesla Roadster, when fitted with its SpaceX Package, would be capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph in 1.1 Tesla Roadster SpaceX Package’s shocking 0-60 mph time teased in museum info. It’s now official.
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Less than six months after the merger of Fiat Chrysler and France’s PSA, the combined automaker called Stellantis presented on Thursday what could set it up for success in the decade of the electric vehicle: a comprehensive EV strategy, the bandwidth to scale it up, and a big investment.
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During the run, the test driver drove the Model S Long Range Plus through a 100-mile stretch of interstate, involving an out-and-back loop at 75 mph in cruise control. We had to lengthen the course instead, notching 320 miles at 75 mph, the best result of any EV yet,” wrote Car and Driver.
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How far can the Ford Mustang Mach-E go on a highway trip at 70 mph? Just as far as the EPA ratings suggest, I recently found out in a real-world range test.
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The Model S Plaid topped out at 136 MPH while driving at 14,000 feet above sea level. The post Tesla Model S Plaid reaches 140 MPH during first place run at Pikes Peak Hill Climb appeared first on TESLARATI.
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Tesla’s pure vision Autopilot is poised to receive a significant update, with CEO Elon Musk stating that the radar-less variant of the EV maker’s driver-assist suite would soon have a maximum speed of 80 mph. Sorry, 75 mph limit was done as precautionary measure.
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With SpaceX's package it will go 0-60 mph in 1.1 second
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more… The post This new 34 mph electric surfboard has handlebars appeared first on Electrek. Meet the HydroFlyer – an electric personal watercraft that seems to combine aspects of hydrofoil boards, surfboards, and jet skis into the most unique water toy I’ve seen in a long time.
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more… The post Specialized unveils new Turbo Como SL, a lightweight 28 mph electric city bike appeared first on Electrek. Hot on the heels of a new ultra lightweight electric mountain bike unveiling, Specialized isn’t slowing down.
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A Hyundai Kona Electric went more than 600 miles in a closed-course test, but only when driven at slow speeds with all accessories turned off.
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This is especially true when it comes to the vehicle’s acceleration, which boasts a 0-60 mph time of 1.99 And thanks to its single-speed transmission, the Model S Plaid would continue pulling at maximum power until it’s well past the 100 mph mark. .
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This has been attempted multiple times before, but we’ve not seen it done at highway speeds
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mph (330.88 mph (300.63 Genovation broke the land speed record for a street-legal all-electric vehicle with the Genovation Extreme Electric car (GXE). The GXE reached 205.6 km/h) during supervised tests with Johnny Bohmer Racing at Space Florida’s Shuttle Landing Facility in Kennedy Space Center, FL. The record was certified by the International Mile Racing Association (IMRA). The previous record, which also was held by Genovation, stood at 186.8 km/h).
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The McLaren F1 supercar and Tesla Model S P85D sedan can both do 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. But they're not fast, not really. Not when there's an electric car that will do 0 to 60 in less than 2 seconds. That car is a 1968 Ford Mustang converted to electric power with the "Zombie 222" package developed by tuner Mitch Medford. DON'T MISS. Green drag racing plug-in cars youtube
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The Model S Plaid passed a Porsche Cayman GT4 on track as if it was standing still
Green Car Congress
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Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed a new law to increase the speed limit from 65 to 70 mph (105 to 113 km/h) on rural four-lane highways, and to lower the limit by five mph for excessive speeding. A study by researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory found that increasing a vehicle’s speed from 60 to 70 mph results in an average 14% decrease in fuel economy. Currently, the threshold for penalties is 31 mph over the limit.
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Its massive solar roof also contributed an additional 3.45 kWh, but it’s a very impressive feat regardless
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mph (152.24 Hyundai’s Tucson Fuel Cell ( earlier post ) established the land speed record for a production hydrogen-powered SUV at the Soggy Dry Lake Bed of the California desert, with a top speed of 94.6 km/h). Hyundai has nearly 100 Tucson Fuel Cell SUVs on the roads in Southern California; the first was delivered to its owner in June 2014.
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While moving at high speeds of approximately 100 km/h (62 mph), a maximum communication speed of 8 Gbps was achieved, and a maximum of 11 Gbps was achieved at a speed of approximately 30 km/h (18.6 mph), confirming that high-speed in-vehicle communications in the 28 GHz band can be achieved by utilizing On-Glass Antennas. NTT DOCOMO, INC. DOCOMO) and AGC Inc.
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The UK Government is planning to trial 80 mph (129 km/h) speed limits on sections of the motorway network. At the time, then-Transport Secretary Philip Hammond said that the current limit of 70 mph was out of date and that the higher limit would give the economy a boost. The Government announced a consultation on motorway speeds in September.
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The system enables dynamic charging with a charging power of 180 kW (DC 600 V, 300 A) while driving at a vehicle speed of 155 km/h (96 mph). At the upcoming WCX 17: SAE World Congress Experience, a team from Honda R&D will present a paper on their study of a dynamic charging system that uses high power to charge a traveling EV, with the goal of realizing an unlimited vehicle range.
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Is there any production car that could beat the Plaid
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Fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG), the Lucas Oil/Lessman Streamliner hisett an official speed record for a CNG vehicle of 323 mph through the measured mile at the Bonneville Salt Flats in early October. With an official timed speed by the Southern California Timing Association at the 2009 World Finals of 323 mph and an actual peak speed of 332 mph, owner-driver Roger Lessman is excited about the demonstrated performance aspects of a more environmentally friendly fuel.
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