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Major freight railroads and DOT agree to new operating practices for moving crude oil by rail

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The nation’s major freight railroads joined US Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx in announcing a rail operations safety initiative that will institute new voluntary operating practices for moving crude oil by rail. Current federal regulations do not require comprehensive track geometry inspections. Braking Systems. Community Relations.

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2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV sedans priced in US starting at $44,550 and $46,550

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The BMW 330e Sedan’s electrified drivetrain allows it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 Both models feature an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph when equipped with all-season tires. When equipped with summer performance tires, the 330e Sedan reaches a top speed of 142 mph (140 mph for the 330e xDrive model).

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Getrag introduces new 7-speed dual clutch and derivative hybrid transmissions; applications from mild- to plug-in hybrids

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The oil in the 7DCT300. With this hybrid level pure electric driving of up to 20 km/h (12 mph) is possible and fuel improvements of 15 to. pure electric driving of typically up to 50 to 60 km/h (31 to 37 mph). This enables pure electric driving with a maximum speed of more than 130 km/h (80 mph).

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Volkswagen debuts three-row ID. Buzz

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Buzz increases the top speed to an electronically limited 99 mph, up from the two-row’s 90 mph. The new electric motor of the ID. Outside, the ID. Buzz retains its traditionally boxy shape with short overhangs, giving it maximum utility on a minimal footprint.

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Citroën unveils electric concept car oli for sustainable and affordable mobility

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With speed limited to 110 km/h (68 mph) and acceleration close to the classic 2CV model, the concept car gains a wider range and significantly improved battery lifespan. By limiting top speed to 110km/h (68 mph) to maximize efficiency, excellent consumption of 10kWh/100km is realistic, and recharging from 20% to 80% takes just 23 minutes.

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Porsche presents Mission R concept electric competition car

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The power output remains constant over the duration of the race, so there is no thermally induced de-rating—a major advantage of the electric motors with direct oil cooling developed by Porsche. Top speed is more than 300 km/h (186 mph). Highly efficient motors with direct oil cooling. Its total capacity is 82 kWh.

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GM begins manufacturing Spark EV electric motor in Baltimore

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The heart of the Spark EV’s propulsion system is the GM-designed, oil-cooled, permanent magnet motor. The Spark EV electric motor will produce 130 hp (100 kW) and 400 lb-ft of torque to deliver acceleration of less than 8 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. Earlier post.).

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