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Review: 2024 Chevy Silverado EV RST arrives for civilians

Baua Electric

2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Our drive route mixed rural Michigan roads and fast Interstate traffic up to 80 mph. We tested WOW mode on a couple of standing-start acceleration runs, and the quoted 0-to-60-mph acceleration time of 4.5 Over 100 miles of mixed traffic, we saw efficiencies of 2.0 miles per kilowatt-hour.

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2023 Rivian R1T Review - Got My Chips Cashed In

The Truth About Cars

This will be a slightly different review for TTAC than most, since while most readers here will be generally familiar with a number of options available from legacy automakers, there will be a number of technical details I’ll need to discuss here. A high-pitched whistle was occasionally noticed from the driver’s window over 45-50 mph, too.

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Gotrax Gmax Ultra review: The best and biggest Gotrax scooter

Green Authority

The Gotrax Gmax Ultra is currently the most powerful electric scooter from Gotrax, offering 45 miles of range and a top speed of 20 mph. Here’s a hands-on review of the Gotrax Gmax Ultra. I also experienced the Gmax Ultra to have much more oomph than the G4 going uphill, maintaining speeds of 14-16 mph uphill.

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Velotric Nomad 1 review: Affordable, off-road adventure

Green Authority

Find out more in our hands-on review of the Velotric Nomad 1. Surprisingly, the bike tries to cap you out at 20 mph, but I managed to surpass that with some effort, which was easier to do downhill. That one has a bigger motor and can go faster, up to 28 mph. What’s not so good?

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Green Deals: GOTRAX Shift S1 electric bike takes you around town this spring at $499, more

Electrek

Featuring a riding speed of 20 MPH and range of 15-miles, this bike is great for getting around town this spring and summer. With a range as long as it has, you can easily trek to and from work or the store before it’s time to recharge. 5 stars and you can learn more in our hands-on review.

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Razor E100 review: A great electric scooter for kids

Green Authority

The rear wheel hosts a minimal 100-watt, chain-driven motor that only reaches speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h), safe for any suburban neighborhood. Max speed: 10 mph (16 km/h). However, you can pick up those parts at your local hardware store or on amazon for relatively cheap. A: The Razor E100 goes up to 10 mph (16 km/h).

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Updated Gen7 BMW 5 Series sedan introduces new 48V MHEV system, more powerful PHEV

Green Car Congress

When the driver releases the accelerator, the generator transforms the kinetic energy into electricity to be stored in the 48V battery. In addition, the stored energy can be used to provide additional drive power when it is fed back to the 48V starter-generator. 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission.

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