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Researchers link PM2.5 pollution to stroke-related narrowing of arteries

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The scientists analyzed medical test records for more than 300,000 people living in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut. The study will be presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 64th Annual Scientific Session as a poster presentation and published online in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC).

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Ford begins roll-out of Focus Electric; electrifying the platform efficiently

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A 105 kW permanent magnetic electric traction motor delivers 188 lb-ft (255 N·m) of torque, and propels the car up to 84 mph (135 km/h). Ford will ramp up Focus Electric retail production in the first half of 2012 for dealership availability in California, New York and New Jersey. Earlier post.) Source: Chuck Gray.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

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We turned very fun 0-60 mph times of about 3.7 The GV60 is sold in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Utah and Washington states. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. seconds while using the Boost Mode. The magic button.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota BZ4X EV

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The BZ4X will be sold throughout the world, but in America it will be first offered (April 2022) in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington. 0 – 60 mph: 7.1 0 – 60 mph: 6.5 of torque. kW onboard charger.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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seconds and delivers a passing time of 3 seconds from 25–40 mph. The new Toyota FC Stack achieves a maximum output of 114 kW (153 hp). In 2016, Air Liquide, in collaboration with Toyota, is targeting construction of 12 stations in five states – New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

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BMW to Premiere the Concept ActiveE at NAIAS 2010 in Detroit; Electric 1 Series Is The Second EV Project Under i Megacity Vehicle Initiative

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It accelerates the vehicle in less than 9 seconds from zero to 100 km/h (0-60 mph in approx. Unlike asynchronous electric motors, the new power unit provides a relatively high level of torque even at higher engine speeds and road speeds; at increased load the torque is not reduced abruptly but decreases gradually.

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BMW MINI E Powered by AC Propulsion?

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Per BMW’s press release the MINI E will be motivated by a 150kW electric drive system with a range of 150 miles per charge and a top speed of 95 mph. The MINI E will initially be made available to select private and corporate customers as part of a pilot project in the US states of California, New York and New Jersey.

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