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DTNA unveils Freightliner SuperTruck II

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Freightliner engineers were able to overachieve in aerodynamic improvements and reduce the aerodynamic drag of SuperTruck II by more than 12% over SuperTruck I. A smart engine lubrication circuit minimizes internal pumping losses, thus reducing engine parasitics by actively proportioning flow to the most sensitive components.

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BYD sold 1.86M light-duty NEVs in 2022, up 209%

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The cell-to-body integrated design makes the vehicle’s torsional rigidity exceed 40,000 N·m/° and contributes to upgrading the safety standard for the whole vehicle further, so that the upper limit for the fuel-engined vehicles becomes the lower limit of the electric vehicles.

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How mid-power electric motorcycles are a game changer for new riders

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While roaring engines and iconic designs have been the pride of the past, the future holds the hum of electric powertrains. Until recently, the electric revolution largely focused on creating the fastest, most powerful electric bikes , often sporting equally hefty price tags.

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Tesla executives talk Model 3 Performance design in new video

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In an ad shared on multiple platforms on Saturday, Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen and Vice President of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy talk about some of the design choices that went into the Model 3 Performance. You can watch the full video below.

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Used Car of the Day: 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup

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The mileage is unclear -- the seller isn't sure how accurate the odometer is -- and we're betting that the $1,000 price tag is more of a placeholder than the actual ask. The engine and suspension have been rebuilt, and there is a long list of factory and aftermarket equipment that I will skip for the sake of brevity. This one has a 1.6-liter

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The $10,000 BYD Seagull EV is scaring the U.S. auto industry

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market, the company’s recent release of a city EV with a price tag under $10,000 has some worried for when it and other low-cost companies do. BYD launched its Seagull, a small hatchback EV with a price tag starting at 69,800 yuan (~$9,773), at the Shanghai Auto Show last year. auto market anytime soon , some U.S.

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Tesla Cybertruck Engineer: Rust Spots Are Just "Surface Contamination"

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Now, a Tesla engineer has stepped up to defend the truck , and it appears that the “rust” might be easily cleaned. Earlier this week, Cybertruck lead engineer and director of reliability, test, and analysis Wes Morill took to X to offer details on the truck and its unique body. Image: Tesla] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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