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Jeep Renegade 4xe is for adventure, freedom and passion

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Jeep Renegade is the best-selling SUV from Jeep in Europe , and now it has a new variant with plug-in hybrid technology. Electrification is a crucial piece in the development of the Jeeps brand, where the core values ​​are still adventure… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/jeep-renegade-4xe-adventure-freedom-and-passion

Lamborghini Huracan Evo as a "Follow Me" car

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Lamborghini gave a brand new Huracan Evo to the Bologna "Guglielmo Marconi" airport , as a "Follow Me" vehicle. Different from the previous airport guide cars with simpler colors, this Lamborghini Huracan EVO supercar wears traditional blue - white… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/lamborghini-huracan-evo-follow-me-car

Tesla Roadster accelerates from 0 to 400 km / h

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The Tesla Roadster is promoted as the fastest production car in the world in terms of acceleration from 0-100 km / h. Now we have a video simulation, in which the Tesla Roadster accelerates from 0 to 400 km / h - the maximum speed promised by its creators. As expected, it happens very quickly; the monumental torque and the transmission are the main advantages of electricity when you push it to the maximum. In this simulation, the 400 km / h threshold is reached in just 19.88 seconds . To put this figure in context: the best performing car in this regard is the Koenigsegg Regera, which set a world record reaching 400 km / h in 31.49 seconds. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/tesla-roadster-accelerates-0-400-km-h

Peugeot eT01 Crossover is an everyday electric bike and more

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The Peugeot bicycle division has expanded its portfolio with the eT01 Crossover electric bike . The Peugeot eT01 Crossover e-bike is available in six versions at prices starting at 2,500 euros .  eT01 electric bike is designed to combine the comfort of a trekking bike with the robustness of a mountain bike. source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/peugeot-et01-crossover-everyday-electric-bike-and-more

A new luxury SUV: BMW X7 Dark Shadow Edition

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BMW is launching a special model of the X7 luxury SUV via BMW Individual. Only 500 copies of the new BMW X7 Dark Shadow Edition will be offered worldwide . BMW X7 Dark Shadow limited edition stands out primarily by the metallic BMW… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/new-luxury-suv-bmw-x7-dark-shadow-edition

The new Renault Twingo ZE Vibes limited version

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Renault has announced that the new Renault Twingo ZE can be ordered from mid-August , in Germany. At the market launch, the Renault Twingo ZE 100% electric city car is exclusively available as a special "Vibes" model. The new Renault Twingo ZE "Vibes" special model has a price starting at 24,165 euros . The delivery of the Twingo ZE Vibes starts at the end of the year. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/new-renault-twingo-ze-vibes-limited-version

2Electron Emula uses McFly emulation system for e-bikes

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Some people think that electric motorcycles are boring because they cannot give the emotions that arise when driving an internal combustion engine. The electric motorcycle is without a loud exhaust, does not require changing gears, and its power increases almost linearly with increasing rpm since the maximum torque is realized immediately after the start. The 2Electron company from Italy has developed an emulation system called McFly for e-motorcycles that can be used to simulate very different combustion engines in an e-motorcycle at the push of a button. Like a time machine, it allows you to go back in time and experience the sensations of driving a gasoline motorcycle of any year. In a prototype called Emula , McFly technology, named after the main character from the Hollywood film “Back to the Future”, can represent three different drives: a 250 two-stroke engine with 58 hp, an 800 V2... source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/2electron-emula-uses-mcfly-emulation-

Ford Mustang Mach-E 1400 has 7 electric motors and 1,400 hp

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Ford wants to demonstrate the fantastic performance and power of electric technology by introducing the Mustang Mach-E 1400 , a model produced in a single model that has 7 electric motors (three are located on the front axle and four on the rear axle) and 1,400 horsepower and a top speed of 258 km / h . The electric motors act on the differentials via a common drive shaft. The new Mustang Mach-E 1400 has been developed using a Mustang Cobra Jet 1400. Both the chassis and the driveline are designed to give the car usability no other vehicle can offer today. The one car produced is the result of a collaboration between Ford Performance and RTR where they have put together tens of thousands of hours to show customers what an... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ford-electric-cars/ford-mustang-mach-e-1400-has-7-electric-motors-and-1400-hp

Mercedes-Benz EQS to surpass Tesla Model S range

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Mercedes-Benz is currently working on the first electric car that uses modular electrical architecture (MEA). With Mercedes-Benz EQS , Daimler is planning a flagship that is at the level of an S-Class. Thanks to the coupé body and a new lithium-ion battery, the range according to the WLTP standard should be over 700 km . source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/mercedes-benz-eqs-surpass-tesla-model-s-range

The new Maserati Ghibli Hybrid with 330hp and 450Nm

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The new  Ghibli Hybrid is the first hybrid vehicle in the history of Maserati . The model is developed by Maserati Innovation Lab in Modena. The vehicle will be produced at the Avvocato Giovanni Agnelli Plant (AGAP) in Grugliasco (Turin)… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/new-maserati-ghibli-hybrid-330hp-and-450nm

Cupra Leon Competicion debuts at the 2020 TCR Italy Championship

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Cupra officials have announced that they have delivered the first Leon Competicion copies. We are talking about two units that go in the garage of the Scuderia del Girasole team by Cupra Racing… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/racing-cars/cupra-leon-competicion-debuts-2020-tcr-italy-championship

Dacia Spring aims to be the cheapest electric car

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Dacia Spring has a great dream: to be the cheapest electric car on the market . A result that would allow it to represent the real alternative to the versions with a combustion engine. Similar to the prototype , Dacia Spring will be built on the basis of the City K-Ze electric car sold by Renault in China. Dacia Spring is expected in 2021 . source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/dacia-spring-aims-be-cheapest-electric-car

Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron electric SUV: essential data

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This is the new Q4 e-tron Sportback electric SUV, the refined version of the concept presented more than a year ago . Audi announces that  the Q4 e-tron Sportback and​ Q4 e-tron will go into production in 2021 . From a technical point of view, the two electric SUVs are very similar. And the Q4 e-tron Sportback is powered by two electric motors, which together develop 306 hp (225 kW) managed by the quattro all-wheel-drive system. The battery with a capacity of 82 kWh ensures a range of more than 450 kilometres . For models with rear-wheel drive, the range will increase to over 500 kilometres. In terms of performance, the Q4 e-tron Sportback accelerates from 0-100 km / h in 6.3 seconds and up to a top speed of 180 km / h.  The batteries of the Q4 e-... source https://www.electrichunter.com/audi-electric-cars/audi-q4-sportback-e-tron-electric-suv-essential-data

Nissan Ariya electric SUV with up to 500km of range

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Nissan has released the first images and information about the new Ariya electric SUV . The Japanese model will be available in Europe in five versions. The maximum range announced by Nissan will be up to 500 kilometres , while the performance version will have two electric motors with 394 hp . The campaign to promote the Nissan Ariya started a few weeks ago, and during this time, the representatives of the Japanese company released a series of images and teaser clips. Now, Nissan has released the first images and details of the new Ariya, the company's first electric crossover coupe. The new Nissan Ariya promises excellent performance , but also a consistent package of safety and assistance systems.   The new Nissan Ariya has a length of 4,595 mm, the width measures 1,850 mm, and the height is 1,660 mm. The wheelbase measures 2,775 millimetres, and... source https://www.electrichunter.com/nissan-electric-cars/nissan-ariya-electric-suv-500km-range

10 reasons why electric cars are worthwhile

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Electric cars have many advantages over conventional vehicles with internal combustion engines. In addition to a smaller number of required components in the engine - and thus lower maintenance and wear costs - electric cars can score in more and more areas. Here you can find out what advantages electric cars have and what must be considered. 1. Lower maintenance costs The lower maintenance costs of the electric car arise among other things. In particular, against the backdrop of fluctuating production volumes and monopolistic price structures by OPEC, the price per kilowatt-hour of electricity is significantly more reliable. Unfortunately, it is not the case that an electric car per se can be charged cheaply. As with conventional gas stations, the prices at public charging stations and e-filling stations can fluctuate greatly. 2. Lower operating costs A big advantage is the... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/10-reasons-why-electric-cars-are-worthwhile

The new BMW iX3 electric SUV - specs and pictures

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BMW unveiled the new BMW iX3, the first BMW car powered exclusively by electricity. The launch of the new BMW iX3 will start towards the end of 2020 when sales will start in China. The new BMW iX3 electric SUV will be produced at the Shenyang plant in China , which is operated by the BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture. BMW eDrive components are also manufactured in Shenyang. The electric motor developed for the new BMW iX3 produces a maximum power of 286 hp and instantly develops a maximum torque of 400 Nm . Top speed is limited to 180Km/h . The electric motor operates according to the principle of a synchronous electric motor. The energy density of the energy storage system has increased by another 20% compared to the battery cells used so far in BMW electrically powered models. Positioned on the floor of the new BMW iX3, the NMC-811 battery has a gross... source https://www.electrichunter.com/bmw-electric-cars/new-bmw-ix3-electric-suv-specs-and-pictures

Renault's compact electric SUV proposal for 2021

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According to a new media report from France, the 100% electric compact SUV planned by Renault for 2021 based on the new e-platform CMF-EV could have the model name Zandar . Other Renault E-SUVs are also prepared. In the report by "Caradisiac" the size of a Renault Captur is discussed, the maximum range should be over 500 kilometres. It is also mentioned that there should be different battery sizes, for the smaller version there is talk of around 300 kilometres. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/renaults-compact-electric-suv-proposal-2021

Soriano Motori presents the Giaguaro electric motorcycle

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The Italian manufacturer Soriano Motori presents the Giaguaro, its first electric motorcycle  in the V1R , V1S and V1 Gara versions: a two-wheeler characterized by original shapes, high-level technical equipment and a particular double electric motor. The design of the headlights, the suspension fork and, last but not least, the disc brakes mounted on the rims ensure an unusual look. The price of the three versions is already known, starting from € 25,000 of the V1R version, going from € 29,000 of the V1S version up to € 30,000 of the more expensive V1 Gara . source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/soriano-motori-presents-giaguaro-electric-motorcycle

The new Honda e is available from 23,517 euros

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Honda has opened the online configurator for its Honda e electric car in Germany. Taking into account the VAT, which has been reduced to 16% since July 1, the basic version is included in the list with EUR 32,997. After deducting the environmental bonus of 9,480 euros, in Germany, the Honda e is available from 23,517 euros . The Honda e Advance version (113kw = 154 hp) starts at a price of 26,441 euros (without environmental bonus: EUR 35,921). source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/new-honda-e-available-23517-euros

Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid with Geofencing technology

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With the new geofencing technology, the new Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid , you use the gasoline engine as a range extender when you need it, and automatically run on clean electricity when local emissions requirements dictate. This is a very practical and environmentally friendly solution, both for those who depend on vans with a certain range and authorities who want to fight the growing problem of pollution in European cities. Geofencing is a virtual boundary defined by GPS technology. When the new rechargeable hybrid van passes such a limit, it will automatically switch to the electric engine propulsion. The mileage and time spent in the low-emission zone are stored as encrypted data and can be shared with local authorities to show that the car was run on clean electricity. A large number of European cities have already introduced low-emission zones. These help... source https://www.electrichunter.com/hybrid-cars/ford-transit-custom-plug-hybrid-geofencing-technology

Hyundai 45 electric car concept

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Hyundai 45 is an electric car concept and has a distinctive design with hard lines and sharp angles. 45 forms the basis for future Hyundai electric cars. In the new video with SangYup Lee, Hyundai reveals several design details about 45 electric car concept. 45 has a futuristic look, many thanks to straight surfaces, and elements inspired by cubism. The blending of the classic and the modern becomes clear when you look at the 70s inspired wheel design, as well as the pixelated lights that represent a combination of digital and analogue. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/hyundai-45-electric-car-concept

The new Citroën ë-C4 - 100% electric hatchback

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The French from PSA continues the offensive in the European segment of electric cars, it seems that soon it will have the most diversified offer of electric vehicles. The new surprise is the new generation Citroen C4 , which has adopted a completely new philosophy, becoming a hatchback and for the first time - 100% electric! The Citroen e-C4 has switched to an extended version of the CMP modular platform, which is also used by the new Peugeot 208 , Peugeot 2008 ,  Opel Corsa , and ... source https://www.electrichunter.com/citroen-electric-cars/new-citroen-e-c4-100-electric-hatchback