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Volvo Trucks North America introduces I-Torque; up to 31% increase in fuel-efficient speed range

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Volvo Trucks North America is introducing the Volvo I-Torque. Now available as an option with the latest D13 Turbo Compound engine, the Volvo I-Torque is a unique powertrain solution enabling the truck to operate optimally with up to a 31% increase in fuel efficient speed range, achieving up to 8.5 miles per gallon at 85 mph.

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BREAKING: Tesla Model 3 Highland goes live in North America

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Tesla has officially launched the upgraded Model 3, better known in EV circles as the Model 3 Highland, in North America. These include the vehicle’s range, which reaches up to 341 miles per charge, and an updated exterior that’s optimized for maximum aerodynamics. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Proterra sells more than 1,000 electric buses in North America

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With Broward County’s purchase, Proterra has now sold more than 1,000 battery-electric transit buses in North America. Introduced in September, the Proterra ZX5 features the most energy storage and longest drive range of any 40-foot electric bus available in North America today.

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Lotus opens Eletre Hyper SUV orders in North America, shares pricing and delivery timelines

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Beginning today, customers in North America can customize and order the Eletre, a new hyper SUV from Lotus long promised as part of the sports car developer’s journey to go 100% electric. All three models are now making their way to customers in overseas markets, but North America has yet to see deliveries.

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Tesla launches Model 3 Highland refresh in North America

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Tesla has officially launched the new Model 3 Highland refresh in North America – taking orders now for deliveries within a month. Tesla never said when it planned to bring the new version to North America, where it kept selling the version with the older design. The acceleration time has stayed the same.

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New Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance model offers 1,050 hp, 0-60 in 2.6s

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With 1,050 horsepower, the dual-motor Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance is the most powerful EV currently available in North America, and will offer an EPA-estimated driving range of 446 miles. Range starts at an estimated 396 miles (19" wheels), and pricing starts at $130,490, pre-incentives.). 0-60 mph (21" wheels).

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Maserati outlines electrification plans; Folgore GranTurismo first in 2023; entire range to be full electric by 2030

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Maserati—the only luxury brand of the Stellantis Group— outlined its plans for the market launch of its electric range, Maserati Folgore. xx-second acceleration to 100 km/h and more than 300 km/h (186 mph) top speed. xx-second acceleration to 100 km/h and more than 300 km/h (186 mph) top speed.

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