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Jaguar has prepared a series of tiny changes for the E-Pace. The British manufacturer's SUV has discreet exterior improvements , a new interior and a new range of engines with mild-hybrid versions . The design changes prepared by… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/new-jaguar-e-pace-restyled-exterior-and-phev-powertrain

Toyota is selling a total of 17 SUV models.  Toyota is followed in the rankings by Ford with 14 SUV models and Volkswagen with 13 SUV models. The Fiat-Chrysler alliance has a total of only 13 SUVs. In recent years, sales of SUVs have increased significantly, especially in… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/toyota-sells-17-suv-models

The new Sondors MXS electric bike delimits itself by its robustness and performance , thanks to a large battery located in the central part of the frame that powers a powerful electric engine located in the rear wheel hub. Sondors MXS is a strong electric mountain bike that has a peculiarity that makes it different. It presents a frame chaired by a closed central triangle, in which an 840 Wh battery is located, allowing it to offer a range of almost 100 kilometres. The frame of the Sondors MXS is made of ultra-resistant aluminium. Its weight, along with the rest of the elements, such as the battery and the other components, is 29.5 kilogrammes. Its load capacity is 136 kilograms , almost double that of any electric bike on the market, it can even pull a small trailer. The powerful Panasonic Li-ion battery works at 48 V and 17.5 Ah, which means that it offers a... source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/sondors-mxs-powerful-electric-bike-100-km-autonomy ...

Solaris has presented its latest electric bus: Urbino 15 LE . The 15-meter-long Urbino 15 LE electric bus is a three-axle vehicle designed primarily for the Scandinavian market. The electric bus is powered by an asynchronous electric motor that develops 300 kW . The 6 battery packs store a total amount of energy of 470 kWh, which guarantees an impressive autonomy of 250 km. The Urbino 15 LE electric bus offers 53 seats and two foldable seats in the three-door configuration and up to 65 seats in the two-door version. It will have a hybrid heating system based on a heat pump and Solaris can optionally instal an air conditioning system. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/new-solaris-urbino-15-le-electric-bus-ready-be-delivered

Fiat has launched a very special version of its Fiat 500e electric car that adds a third door to gain practicality: Fiat 500e 3 + 1. The new Fiat 500e 3 + 1 has an additional door (or half door) on the right side, which opens in the opposite direction of travel and only from the inside (the front door must also be open). The electric car variant is 30 kg heavier than the original three-door model, but this has no impact on handling or power consumption. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/strange-fiat-500e-3-1-electric-car

Dacia announced the Dacia Duster Pick-up model. It is derived from the standard Dacia Duster model and keeps the same dimensions.  Dacia Duster pick-up price: 22,500 euros with VAT. The Dacia Duster Pick-up has a dump truck with a length of 1.65… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/dacia-duster-pick-truck-22500-euros

Dacia announced the Dacia Duster Pick-up model. It is derived from the standard Dacia Duster model and keeps the same dimensions.  Dacia Duster pick-up price: 22,546 euros with VAT. The Dacia Duster Pick-up has a dump truck with a length of 1.65… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/dacia-duster-pick-truck-22546-euros

Porsche has launched new versions of the Panamera facelift range: the Turbo S E-Hybrid with 700 hp , the 4E-Hybrid with 462 hp and the 4S with 440 hp . Porsche is offering three Panamera plug-in hybrid… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/new-porsche-panamera-turbo-s-e-hybrid-has-700-hp

The competition to develop more competitive batteries is fierce. The latest research from Stanford University and the National Accelerator Laboratory (SLAC) has presented a major discovery that will allow increased energy density and lithium battery safety. The works have focused their efforts on the redesign of the current collector. A component that currently has been tried to solve with a thinner or porous design, something that means reducing weight but at the cost of increasing the risk of fire, which has led many manufacturers to add more electrolytic material. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/stanford-university-develops-cheaper-and-safer-batteries

Many thousands of trucks roll on highways every day. This has an enormous impact on the environment because freight traffic is anything but clean. Hyundai Motor wants to change that, and it has delivered the first seven Xcient Fuel Cell trucks in Switzerland, Europe . According to Hyundai, the Xcient Fuel Cell is the world's first mass-produced electric heavy-duty truck with a fuel cell drive. Hyundai sees the introduction of the Xcient Fuel Cell as key to the global expansion of fuel cell trucks into the European commercial vehicle market. It is considered a touchstone for the company's expansion into the North American and Chinese markets. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/hyundai-motor-delivered-first-seven-xcient-fuel-cell-trucks

Renault has revealed the company's new electric concept, the Megane eVision . The electric car is a crossover/station wagon with a sensational design and sophisticated features. The series version will retain 95% of the concept design, and the launch will take place in 2021. Renault Megane eVision was built on the new CMF-EV platform developed by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance. Megane eVision has a length of 4,210 mm, the width measures 1,800 mm, and the height is 1,505 mm. The wheelbase declared by the French measures 2,700 mm, and the total weight is 1,650 kilograms . The Megane eVision's engine has 160 kW of power (217 hp) and 300 Nm , which provides acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in less than eight seconds. The energy required to operate the electric motor will be stored in a battery pack with a capacity of 60 kWh. Renault... source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/new-renault-megane-evision-electric-crossoverstation-wagon

Dacia opens a new chapter in its history, with the presentation of its first electric car: Dacia Spring . The cheapest electric car on the market offers a record interior space for its segment, a simple and reliable electric motor and a reasonable autonomy.  Although they did not give official details about the price, it is expected that the Dacia Spring electric car will cost between 15,000 and 20,000 Euros, including VAT and without subsidies . The general design of the car is distinguished by elements specific to the crossover models: wide wheel arches, roof bars, reinforced bumpers and a raised ground clearance (15 cm). source https://www.electrichunter.com/dacia-electric-cars/dacia-spring-100-electric-car-44hp-and-280km-autonomy

The new rechargeable hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV has upgraded its design with a new and elegant sporty SUV look and increased comfort. In addition to the modern exterior and the comfortable and smart interior, the… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/mitsubishi-eclipse-cross-phev-new-and-elegant-sporty-suv-look

The Hungarian production unit of Audi AG opened a new logistics centre in Gyёr on 7 October 2020. It houses the largest rooftop solar power plant in Europe . Alfons Dintner, CEO of Audi Hungaria, called the project a symbol of the company's commitment to sustainable development. A solar power plant of such magnitude is a functional, efficient system. The largest rooftop solar power plant in Europe is expected to generate 9.5-gigawatt-hours per year . This amount of electricity is enough to fully power 3800 average households. For contrast: a fossil fuel power plant of the same capacity emits 4,900 tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere per year. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/largest-rooftop-solar-power-plant-europe

The Volvo V60 T8 AWD Polestar Engineered combines alternative drive technology and Polestar power injection into the most powerful Volvo station wagon of all time. Volvo V60 T8 AWD Polestar Engineered station wagon  has a plug-in hybrid system that combines a four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor. Paired with the Polestar power injector, this results in a system output of 298 kW (405 hp) and a torque of 670 Nm . This combo is distributed to all four wheels by the Geartronic eight-speed automatic. source https://www.electrichunter.com/hybrid-cars/volvo-v60-t8-awd-polestar-engineered-plug-hybrid-most-powerful-station-wagon

Irizar e-mobility won a public tender for the supply of 49 electric buses to the French city of Strasbourg . The first electric buses are expected to be delivered later this year. These vehicles are intended to set up a sustainable public transport system. The CTS(Compagnie des Transports Strasbourgeois) order involves the 12-meter-long bus . The new Irizar buses will contribute to the electrification of the Strasbourg bus network. With a three-door configuration, the buses will offer a capacity of 23 seats, including 4 for passengers with impaired mobility , and two areas for wheelchairs, with access via an electric ramp. Electric buses will be charged overnight in slow mode. The vehicles will be fitted with an AVAS (Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System) system in accordance with European standard R138. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/irizar-e-mobility-will-manufacture-49-electric-buses-strasbourg

Just over a year ago, CUPRA unveiled its electric coupe SUV concept, the CUPRA Tavascan , and little else has been known about this project since until now. Wayne Griffiths, CEO of CUPRA and brand new president of SEAT, has assured that this model is "a dream for the brand and we’re fighting to bring it to reality". The executive explained in statements to Autocar that is "a project we're working on, but we're not ready to announce dates or timings , not because we have doubts but because we have a lot of other models to launch first. The pipeline is full for the next few years." source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/cupra-tavascan-still-play

Mercedes-Benz and Micro Mobility Systems AG are launching an e-scooter . According to the manufacturer, the high-quality components and materials enable a mileage of over 5,000 kilometres. The Mercedes-Benz E-Scooter arrives in an elegant black design. It can be transported in the trunk or on public transport vehicles. The electric scooter is powered by a 250-watt electric engine which can accelerate up to 20Km/h. The 7.8 Ah battery enables a range of up to 25 kilometres . The charging time is three to three and a half hours. The Mercedes-Benz E-scooter has both front and rear suspension and rubber wheels with a diameter of 20 centimetres. The handlebar is adjustable in height. Your own smartphone can be connected with the e-scooter. source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/mercedes-benz-e-scooter-powerful-and-comfortable

China is no longer just a producer of cheap cars, including electric cars. One of the most successful Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer is the NIO company, which offers premium electric cars. And the Hongqi brand goes even further in this direction. It launched a huge luxury electric SUV: Hongqi E-HS9 . It is a huge vehicle, as evidenced by the dimensions of 5,209 x 2,010 x 1,731 x 3,110 mm (length x width x height x wheelbase). Hongqi is not an e-mobility startup. On the contrary, it is the oldest Chinese carmaker, which focuses on passenger cars. It was established in 1958. It originally produced vehicles for high-ranking government officials. Hongqi E-HS9 is offered in two four-wheel-drive versions . The base one has the same electric motor on the front and rear axles, which produce 218 hp each and 350 Nm (a total of 436 HP and 700 Nm). But the first model on sale will be the... source https://www.electrichunter.com/hongqi-electric-cars/hongqi-...

Nissan unveils 100% electric emergency response vehicle concept designed to provide a mobile source of electricity following natural disasters or extreme weather events. Nissan RE-LEAF concept  has been modified to cope with less pleasant events. According to Nissan officials, technicians need 24 to 48 hours to put the electricity grid back into operation in areas affected by natural disasters. All this time, those affected need electricity, and the Nissan RE-LEAF prototype can be a solution. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/nissan-re-leaf-can-power-household-six-days

The new Volkswagen ID.4 is the first fully electric SUV of the German brand . The exterior of the Volkswagen ID.4 has robust proportions and an extremely modern appearance. Its clear, flowing design is inspired by nature and offers excellent aerodynamics. Interactive IQ.Light LED matrix headlights radiate an intelligently regulated high beam. Its large wheels highlight the sporty and robust character of the vehicle. Longitudinal roof bars and a trailer hitch are standard. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/volkswagen-id4-electric-suv-robust-proportions