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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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Razor’s electric dirt bike delivers fun without gas or oil at 12-month low of $450 in New Green Deals

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Well, still lets you hit the trail without having to burn gas or oil. Using a 650W electric motor, you’ll find the ability to go up to 17 MPH here and be able to ride for as long as 40 minutes before heading inside to charge again. Are you a dirt bike fan? Are you also someone trying to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels?

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Vehicle Sets CNG Speed Record: 323 mph

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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.

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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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BMW adding two plug-in hybrid variants to 7 Series range; first use of pre-gearing stage

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The new BMW M760e xDrive accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3 seconds and completes the mid-range sprint from 80 – 120 km/h (50 – 75 mph) in 2.7 This allows the new BMW 750e xDrive to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.8 seconds and from 80 – 120 km/h (50 – 75 mph) in 2.7

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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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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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