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Volkswagen inaugurates new Wind Tunnel Efficiency Center: heat, cold and wind speeds up to 155 mph

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Vehicles can be tested at wind speeds of up to 250 km/h (155 mph), simulating real traffic conditions with a view to reducing drag, fuel consumption and emissions. At a wind speed of 160 km/h (99 mph), the tunnel only reaches a sound pressure level of 65 decibels, comparable with TV operated at a reasonable volume or normal speech.

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Phihong introduces new Level 3 30kW wall-mount DC charger

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Designed for ultra-fast charging speeds, the DW Series chargers deliver up to 105 miles on an hour of charging, surpassing conventional 7.6kW Level 2 AC chargers, which typically offer between 25–26 mph per hour of charging. 30kW Wall-Mount DC Fast Charger shown on a stand.

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GLM launches EV brand and shows two models in Hong Kong

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seconds and to cruise at 250 km/h (155 mph) with a driving range of more than 399 km (248 miles) NEDC. GLM plans to set up a workshop and R&D center in China to tap the demand in Greater China for EVs. With total power of 400 kW and torque of 1,000 N·m, the vehicle is able to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in less than 3.7

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Mercedes-Benz will offer electric drive on all commercial van lines; electric eVito now available to order, eSprinter in 2019

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When it comes to top speed, the customer can choose between two options: A maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) fulfills all requirements in city traffic and urban areas, while conserving energy and increasing range. If more speed is needed, the customer can choose a top speed of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). Electric drive strategy.

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GM China holds electrification workshop in Shanghai; showcases range of 4 electrified vehicles

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General Motors China held an electrification workshop in Shanghai to showcase its new energy vehicles and advanced powertrains. The workshop also highlighted GM China’s long-term vehicle electrification strategy. GM China will hold similar electrification workshops in Beijing and Guangzhou. It consumes 5.2

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Volkswagen outlines a range of near-term technologies for reducing fuel consumption and emissions; stop-start 2.0, 10-speed DSG

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Volkswagen presented its latest technologies for reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions—which includes the first 10-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG)—in an Innovation Workshop for the media at the Ehra-Lessien test track facility near Wolfsburg. Mild hybrid: stop-start 2.0 and coasting with engine off. The start-stop 2.0

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VW launches new Sharan MPV; up to 14.3% more fuel efficient; stop-start, battery regen standard

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Its top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph) (DSG: 198 km/h). The Volkswagen Sharan flagship has a top speed of 226 km/h (140 mph). Here too, a top speed of 198 km/h (123 mph) is accompanied by a low average fuel consumption of 5.6 AdBlue is available from Volkswagen workshops and at filling stations. TDI BMT with 85 kW / 115 PS.

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