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Shelby Mustang GT500 Super Snake from 1967

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This Shelby Mustang GT500 Super Snake is so unique that it is already the most expensive Mustang in history. The fever around classic cars every year becomes more surprising. While there are people who invest millions in purchase rights to skip waiting lists… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/vintage-cars/shelby-mustang-gt500-super-snake-1967

The second generation of the Nissan Juke for 140 euros per month

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The second generation of the Nissan Juke  has managed to improve one of the pending issues that the previous model suffered: a larger and more comfortable interior and with technological features according to the current times. This allows it to… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/second-generation-nissan-juke-140-euros-month

VW’s mobile charging robot for electric vehicles

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Volkswagen Group Components is giving a glimpse of a prototype of its mobile charging robot for electric vehicles . It is a visionary concept that will successfully expand the charging infrastructure for electric cars over the next few years. Its task: fully autonomous charging of electric vehicles in small and crowded parking spaces such as underground garages. The mobile charging robot for electric vehicles acts completely autonomously. He independently drives the vehicle to be charged and communicates with it. From opening the loading flap to connecting the plug to decoupling. The entire process takes place without human involvement . source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/vws-mobile-charging-robot-electric-vehicles

2021 McLaren Saber is reserved exclusively for USA customers

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McLaren returns to spotlights thanks to a new hypercar. Called the McLaren Saber , this new ultra-high performance car is presented as the fastest two-seater model from the British manufacturer ever . The strange thing, however… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/2021-mclaren-saber-reserved-exclusively-usa-customers

The new 2021 Nissan LEAF from 29,000 euros

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This December, the Nissan LEAF, the first 100% electric vehicle launched on the general market , celebrates its 10th anniversary. The first-generation of Nissan LEAF sold nearly 300,000 units in 49 countries. Until now, there are more than 500,000 units of this car that the Japanese brand has managed to sell around the world. In the ten years that this car has been on the market, Nissan LEAF owners have avoided the emission of nearly 2.5 million tons of CO2  per year . It would take around 100 million trees to remove that much carbon dioxide from our atmosphere. Now on sale is the new 2021 Nissan LEAF, an electric car that is updated to add more safety equipment, integrated WiFi and a digital interior rear-view mirror. With discounts from the brand and governmental aid, it starts from around 29,000 euros , but its recommended retail price before aid and discounts starts from 35,620 euros. ... source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/new-2021-nissan-leaf-29000-euros

2021 Toyota Proace Electric Van

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  The new Proace Electric Van becomes part of the Proace range. Those interested in acquiring this electric van , ideal for workers whose daily commutes take place in urban environments, will have at their disposal three body lengths: Short, Medium and Long. To these three body variants, we must add the GX and VX trim levels. The electric propulsion system does not affect the characteristics of volume and load capacity and towing capacity, since they are the same as any other variant of the Proace Van range. The cargo volume ranges from 5.6 to 6.1 m3. The load capacity reaches 1.2 metric tons, with the possibility of towing up to 1000 kg. The new Toyota Proace Electric Van series has two types of lithium-ion batteries. The most basic battery has 50 kWh while the highest capacity reaches 75 kWh. The autonomy is up to 230 and 330 kilometres respectively. In any case, and regardless of the battery chosen, we will find a 100 kW (136 hp) motor and 260 Nm of maximum torque.

The new Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric car gets ultra-fast charging

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Hyundai Motor shares more details about the all-new IONIQ 5 , which is the company's first model on the new dedicated E-GMP platform, and which marks a whole new era for electric cars.  The new IONIQ 5 electric car is a large crossover SUV  and will be launched in early 2021. By developing completely new high-tech and state-of-the-art electric cars, Hyundai reaffirms its status as a leading electric car player. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/new-hyundai-ioniq-5-electric-car-gets-ultra-fast-charging

2021 Dacia Spring Electric

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Dacia has revolutionized the automobile market with its economic model and its vehicles. Dacia opens a new chapter in its history with the unveiling of its first 100% electric model. Dacia Spring Electric is now revealed in its production version, a version suitable for car sharing, for shared electric mobility.  Dacia Spring Electric is a revolution: the cheapest electric city car on the market , it makes electric mobility even more accessible. Beneath its disruptive SUV look, it has record-breaking habitability, a simple and reliable electric drive and reassuring range. It is a versatile and practical city car. The opening of orders for the new Dacia Spring Electric will begin in spring 2021 with a battery included in the purchase price.

The new Audi Q3 45 TFSI e and Audi Q3 Sportback 45 TFSI e compact SUVs

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Audi continues its electrification offensive with  Audi Q3 45 TFSI e and Q3 Sportback 45 TFSI e compact SUVs . Both Q3 models e continue the range of plug-in hybrid models that Audi has introduced to the market since… from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/new-audi-q3-45-tfsi-e-and-audi-q3-sportback-45-tfsi-e-compact-suvs

The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E all-electric SUV driving pleasure

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The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E all-electric SUV​ was designed to be fully electric and zero-emission from the start - it's coming to Europe in early 2021. The Mustang Mach-E brings the freedom, performance and iconic style of the world’s best-selling sports car to clients who now buy all-electric cars. This first-ever SUV in the Mustang range is equipped with an efficient and economical all-electric engine/transmission. The range includes a single-engine rear-wheel-drive model and a twin-engine four-wheel-drive model. Performance The new chassis designed by Ford Team Edison takes full advantage of the performance-enhancing weight distribution and torque provided by the all-electric transmission. You can choose from either a 288-cell Standard battery with a capacity of 68 kWh or a 376-cell Extended Range battery with a capacity of 88 kWh... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ford-electric-cars/new-electric-ford-mustang-mach-e-zero-emission-driving-pleasure

Renault ZOE is Europe's best-selling electric car in 2020

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Renault announced excellent results in Europe on the electric car market thanks to the excellent performance of the Renault ZOE, the best-selling electric car in 2020 . The Renault Kangoo ZE performed with good results as well. The Renault ZOE is truly the best-selling electric car in Europe in 2020.  33,000 units have found customers in France, more than 25,000 in Germany, and it is also a best-seller in Italy, Spain and Portugal. The small city car is more and more popular with people who are looking for compact cars, easy to park and manoeuvre, which consume very little and which are unlikely to be forbidden in the medium term. The Renault ZOE has accumulated more than 268,000 sales since its launch . The electrical division of Renault is very happy: by the end of November 2020, it had sold more than 95,000 electric vehicles since January, including 84,000 of the... source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/renault-zoe-europes-best-selling-electric-car-2020

Top 3 new electric cars for less than 20,000 euros in 2021

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Thinking of changing your car next year? Then the list of electric cars that we have prepared could interest you, especially if you have a budget of 20,000 euros or less. The market is full of electric cars, but not all can fit what you are looking for. Pay attention, these are the top 3 best new electric cars for less than 20,000 euros in 2021 . Seat Mii Electric Seat Mii Electric with the Plus equipment offers standard 16-inch alloy wheels, Seat Connect, heated driver's seat, electric windows, lane assist, traffic sign recognition, climate control and tinted windows. It’s powered by an 83hp electric motor with a 32.3 kWh battery and has a range of 260 km on a single charge. Seat Mii Electric with the Plus equipment is available from 18,960 euros . source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/top-3-new-electric-cars-less-20000-euros-2021

Aptera is a three-wheeled electric car and a range up to 1,600km

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With the same battery size, the new  Aptera electric car promises more than twice as much range as the Tesla Model S “Long Range” version. The three-wheeled electric car should bring it to a maximum range of 1,600 kilometres. This exceptionally long-range is especially from the low drag coefficient. Aptera has only 2 seats. Now, Aptera be can be ordered for a refundable reservation fee of $100 . The front-wheel-drive electric car with 100 kW and the smallest range is available for 21,350 euros . The tiny 25 kWh battery pack would enable a range of around 400 km. The variant with 100 kWh battery relies on an all-wheel-drive with 150 kW / 203 hp and a range of over 1,600 km . Also available are the 40 kWh battery (640 km) and a 60 kWh battery (965 km). The Aptera electric can rely on the power of the sun for around 72 km on, particularly sunny days... source https://www.electrichunter.com/aptera-motors-electric-cars/aptera-three-wheeled-electric-car-and-range-1600km

Special electric bikes for emergency doctors

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Since the bike is not afraid of traffic jams, and you can park it anywhere, in the conditions of busy city streets, it is often faster to get to the desired place on it than by car. Therefore, two-wheeled vehicles are perfect for emergency doctors,  especially if it is a uniquely designed electric bicycle: Emergency Bikes . The electric bike was outfitted with a 150-litre medical and equipment box, a 140-decibel siren , a blue flashing light, decorative elements with medical symbols, puncture-resistant tires , a GPS tracker and a USB port for powering portable devices. The electric motor used is powered by two lithium batteries with a capacity of 500 Wh each. Thanks to them, the electric drive is able to reach a maximum of 160 km. Hydraulic disc brakes provide effective deceleration of the e-bike. source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/special-electric-bikes-emergency-doctors

Audi wants to invest 10 billion euros in electric cars

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The automaker Audi plans to spend almost half of its investments on electric and hybrid vehicles in the next five years. Audi announced that of the planned research and development work and investments in fixed assets amounting to 35 billion euros, 10 billion euros are allocated for electric cars and five billion euros for hybrids. Audi's parent company Volkswagen announced in mid-November that it would enter the race with Tesla for the leading role in electromobility with a huge budget of 73 billion euros. In the next five years, the world's largest car manufacturer is investing 35 billion euros in new electric cars . source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/audi-wants-invest-10-billion-euros-electric-cars

The new Electric-Global Modular Platform from Hyundai

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Hyundai Motor Group released Tuesday details on E-GMP (Electric-Global Modular Platform) , the company's first dedicated electric car platform. From 2021, E-GMP will be the basis for a new portfolio of battery-electric cars, including Hyundai's brand new IONIQ 5 which will be launched at the beginning of the year. The E-GMP is designed exclusively for electric cars, the platform offers a number of advantages compared to the group's existing platforms. Electric cars based on E-GMP can provide range over 500 kilometres (WLTP) on a single charge and can be charged to 80% in less than 18 minutes. The E-GMP's advantages include increased development flexibility, very solid driving performance, increased autonomy, even better safety, and much more space for both passengers and luggage. The new Electric-Global Modular Platform reduces complexity through modularization and standardization... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/new-electric-global-modular-platf