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Kia EV9 Electric SUV Partially Revealed Via Official Teasers

The upcoming Kia EV9 has been partially revealed via official teasers by the Korean carmaker. EV9 will sit above the existing and wildly successful EV6. In fact, the EV9 will be Kia’s flagship electric car based on the E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform). We have seen the 7-seat electric SUV undergoing thorough and rigorous tests over the last year but the latest teaser reveals the final production version. The global premiere is slated for March 15, 2023. You might also like: 2023 Hyundai KONA Electric vs 2023 Kia Niro EV – Specs, Range and Price Comparison Kia EV9 – Specs While the official figures will be out closer to the launch, we have an idea of what the Korean carmaker could equip the EV9 with. There could be three variants to choose from – a regular RWD, a long-range RWD and a performance-focused dual-motor AWD trim. As far as the battery capacity is concerned we might see a 100 kWh unit on the AWD and long-range RWD trims which would be the largest on any Kia EV ever. What we know is that it will support an 800 V electrical architecture which means that the DC ultra-fast charging will be capable of 350 kW charging. This will allow the EV to be charged upto 80% in around 20 mins. We could expect a driving range of around 300 miles (483 km) and the power figures could range from 200 hp to 400 hp. Kia EV9 Specs (expected) Battery 100 kWh Range 300 mi (483 km) Acceleration (0-100 km/h) (0-62 mph) 6 secs Power 200 hp – 400 hp DC Ultra-Fast Charging 350 kW Architecture 800 V Expected Specs of Kia EV9 You might also like: Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia EV6 – Specs, Price Comparison Kia EV9 – Dimensions The one thing we know from the concept is the dimensions. The electric SUV will be just under 5 m in length which will liberate a more-than-generous wheelbase of 3.1 m. Moreover, the flat floor will allow it to feel even more spacious which is a trait of the modern EVs. Kia EV9 Dimensions Length 4,929 mm (194 in) Width 2,055 mm (81 in) Height 1,790 mm (70 in) Wheelbase 3,100 mm (122 in) Kia EV9 Dimensions Interior and Features Hyundai Motor Group is focusing its attention on the use of sustainable and recyclable materials to develop the interior of its latest and futuristic EVs. As a result, the Kia EV9 will have no use of genuine leather but vegan leather and other sustainable materials including fishnet debris, recycled plastic water bottles, bio extracts and much more. Apart from that, there would be a large panoramic sunroof, a large infotainment display that could be connected to the instrument cluster to form a single seamless unit of glass (the concept features a 27-inch screen), V2L, Connected Car Tech Features with OTA Updates and Kia’s AutoMode for Autonomous Driving functions. You might also like: What Is Vehicle To Load (V2L) & Which EVs Have This Feature? Price While the official prices will be announced closer to the launch, there has been a survey that indicates that the electric SUV could retail in the vicinity of US$56,000 and US$73,000. Nevertheless, we shall update this post with the actual data once the Kia EV9 is revealed on March 15, 2023.

GAC Aion Hyper GT to be the Most Efficient Production Car Ever

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GAC Aion Hyper GT has been unveiled at the Guangzhou Motor Show on December 30, 2022. It is the second model under the Hyper brand of the Aion which is a car marque of Guangzhou Automobile Corporation. The previous model from GAC Aion was the Hyper SSR, a 2-door coupe. The EV will become the most aerodynamically efficient production car in the world with a drag coefficient of just 0.19 Cd. This record is currently held by the Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan (0.20 Cd). Going forward, GAC Aion aims to launch 2 new models every year. You might also like: Nio EC7 Has a CLTC Range of 920 km – Specs & More GAC Aion Hyper GT The specs of the EV have been partially revealed by GAC Aion. It will feature a single motor 2WD setup producing 250 kW (335 hp) and 434 Nm of peak power and torque. Based on Aion’s AEP 3.0 platform, the all-electric coupe can do a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint in just 4.9 secs. Hyper GT Specs Drivetrain 2WD Power 250 kW (335 hp) Torque 434 Nm Acceleration (0-100 km/h / 62 mph) 4.9 secs Platform AEP 3.0 Specs You might also like: Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia EV6 – Specs, Price Comparison Aerodynamics and Safety To achieve such unprecedented levels of aerodynamic efficiency, the Hyper GT comes with Wind Blade Grille that opens automatically when it reaches 80 km/h leading to enhanced airflow generating downforce. This has a direct impact on the handling and steering feedback, especially while cornering. Moreover, there are flush-fitting door handles, butterfly doors and 19-inch six-spoke alloy wheels. In terms of safety, the EV comes with high-tech sensors for cameras, LiDAR, radars and Fengyun lll Satellite Infrared Remote Sensing Technology. The hardware for the same is set within the roof, mirrors, front bumper and fenders. More details will be available closer to the launch.

2023 Hyundai NEXO Hydrogen Car – Specs, Range & Sales

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Hyundai NEXO hydrogen car is the second-generation FCEV from the Korean auto giant. It has been actively investing in the development of green energy mobility solutions for over 2 decades now. After the ix35 FCEV in 2013, Hyundai entered the FCEV SUV space with the NEXO in 2018. The global sales in the January-October 2022 period of the NEXO FCEV stood at a whopping 9,591. In second place was Toyota Mirai with just 2,897 units sold. You might also like: 2023 Hyundai KONA Electric vs 2023 Kia Niro EV – Specs, Range and Price Comparison Hyundai NEXO Hydrogen Car – Specs The NEXO comes with a 156.6-litre (6.33 kg) hydrogen fuel tank and a 1.56 kWh battery powering the permanent magnet motor to produce a total power and torque of 161 hp and 291 lb-ft (395 Nm) respectively. Power is sent to the front wheels via a single-speed reduction gearbox. The output distribution of the fuel cell is 95 kW stack + 40 kW battery. This configuration offers a driving range of 380 miles (612 km) and can be refilled in just 5 minutes which is the main advantage over the standard EVs. Hyundai NEXO Hydrogen Car Specs Fuel Cell 135 kW (95 kW stack + 40 kW battery) Fuel Tank Capacity 156.6 litres (6.33 kg) Battery 1.56 kWh Range 380 miles (612 km) Power 161 hp (120 kW) Torque 395 Nm (291 lb-ft) Transmission Singe-Speed Reduction Gear Drivetrain FWD Specs You might also like: Hyundai Ioniq 7 – Expected Specs, Range, Features & More Dimensions Being a compact FCEV SUV, the NEXO measures 4.67 m in length and has a wheelbase of 2.79 m. The cargo capacity is a handy 29.6 ft (485 litres). Hyundai NEXO Dimensions Length 4,671 mm (183.9 in) Width (w/o mirrors) 1,859 mm (73.2 in) Height 1,641 mm (64.6 in) Wheelbase 2,789 mm (109.8 in) Cargo Capacity 29.6 ft (485 litres) Dimensions You might also like: Nio EC7 Has a CLTC Range of 920 km – Specs & More Hyundai NEXO Hydrogen Car – Interior and Features The Hyundai FCEV comes with a feature-laden cabin. This includes things like a 10.25-inch Digital Instrument Cluster, a 12.3-inch Touchscreen Infotainment Display, Navigation, Wireless Charging, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Hyundai’s Bluelink Connected Car Tech, Vegan H-Tex Upholstery, 8-way Powered Front Seat with Lumbar Support and Heating and Ventialtion, Krell Premium Audio Sustem, Dual Automatic Climate Control, Heated Steering Wheel, and more. Safety and Price In terms of safety, there are useful ADAS functions including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Ped), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA), LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors, Regenerative Braking and more. The prices range from $60,135 US (for Blue trim) to $63,585 US (for Limited trim) (MSRP) in the USA.

Nio EC7 Has a CLTC Range of 920 km – Specs & More

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Nio has unveiled the EC7 coupe SUV with an astounding 920 km range on the CLTC. Granted, the Chinese test cycle is a bit liberal when it comes to analysing the driving range on a single charge, but it would still be quite high on the more standardised WLTP cycle. Nio is a Chinese luxury EV maker that aims to challenge the legacy luxury carmakers across international markets, having already been successful in the Chinese market. The EC7 is yet another positive step in that direction. Nio has already commenced selling cars in Europe and this EV could make it there by the end of this year (2023) as well. You might also like: 2023 Audi Q8 e-tron – Specs, Range, Features, Price Nio EC7 – Specs & Range There are three battery packs to choose from – 75 kWh, 100 kWh and 150 kWh. It has a drag coefficient of just 0.23 which enables quite an efficient driving range of 304 miles (489 km), 395 miles (636) and 572 miles (920 km) respectively. In its most powerful iteration, the coupe SUV develops 644 hp and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of peak power and torque from two electric motors powering both axles (AWD). Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) takes just 3.8 secs. The 6-piston callipers from Brembo ensure a braking distance of 33.9 m from 100-0 km/h. There are 10 drive modes with the intelligent Four-Wheel Drive system. Nio EC7 Specs Battery 75 kWh, 100 kWh & 150 kWh Range (CLTC) 489 km, 636 km & 920 km Range (CLTC) (in miles) 304 mi, 395 mi & 572 mi Acceleration (0-100 km/h) (0-62 mph) 3.8 secs Power 644 hp (480 kW) Torque 850 Nm (627 lb-ft) Drag Coefficient 0.23 Braking (100-0 km/h) 33.9 m Specs You might also like: Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia EV6 – Specs, Price Comparison Nio EC7 – Dimensions The coupe SUV silhouette lends the EV massive dimensions. It is just under 5 m long, 2 m wide and 1.7 m high with a wheelbase of 2.97 m. It liberates acres of space inside for that futuristic and lounge-styled layout. This puts it in the league of the Audi Q8 e-tron, BMW iX and the upcoming Polestar 3. Nio EC7 Dimensions Length 4,968 mm Width 1,974 mm Height 1,714 mm Wheelbase 2,960 mm Dimensions Interior and Features The interior layout of EC7 is quite elegant with things like a 16-inch screen for the HUD (Heads Up Display), a 12.8-inch High-Resolution AMOLED Centre Display, NOMI Virtual Assistant, a Lounge Experience with Zero-Gravity mode for the seats with heating function, a Smart Electrochromic Glass for the Roof with 99.9% UV Protection, Ambient Lighting with 256-Color Gradation and 10 Ambience Themes, a Premium 23-speaker Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 Surround System, Autonomous Driving Functions with the help of 33 high-precision Sensors including a long-range, high-resolution LiDAR, seven 8MP high-resolution Cameras, four 3MP enhanced Cameras for surround view, one ADMS (Advances Driver Monitoring System), 5 millimetre-wave Radars, 12 Ultrasonic Sensors, Redundant high-precision positioning fusion, V2X, Compatibility with Nio’s Power Swap Battery changing stations. You might also like: XPeng G9 Launched – Fastest Charging Electric SUV in the World Price and Deliveries In China, the prices for the Nio EC7 start at CNY 488,000 ($71,977 US) for the base version with the 75 kWh battery and go all the way up to CNY 578,000 ($85,250 US) for the trim with 150 kWh battery. The deliveries are slated to commence around mid-2023 and Nio could bring the EC7 to Europe sometime at the end of 2023.

Vauxhall (Opel) Astra EV will be Called Astra Electric

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Vauxhall is a British car marque while Opel is a German carmaker but they share their products depending on whether you are in Europe or the UK. Opel (Vauxhall) has recently announced its first all-electric vehicle Opel Astra Electric. This EV is available as both hatchback and a Sports Tourer Wagon. Opel has ditched the suffix ‘e’ from the name of its cars and has started putting ‘Electric’ in its place signifying the next-gen products. The release of Opel Astra Electric will take place in 2023. You might also like: GWM Ora Funky Cat – Specs, Features, Price & More Vauxhall (Opel) Astra Electric – Specs The electric hatchback and wagon come powered by a 54 kWh battery (51 kWh usable) in the form of 102 cells in 17 modules powering the front wheels. The total output is a healthy 156 hp and 270 Nm of peak power and torque. This battery pack enables a decent range of 416 km on the WLTP cycle and the top speed is limited to 170 km/h. With a 100 kW DC faster charger, the battery can be topped up to 80% in just 30 mins. There will be driving modes on offer – Eco, Normal and Sport. Vauxhall (Opel) Astra Electric Specs Drivetrain FWD Battery 54 kWh Range 416 km (WLTP) Power / Torque 156 hp / 270Nm 100 kW DC Fast Charging 30 mins (0-80%) Top Speed 170 km/h Specs You might also like: Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia EV6 – Specs, Price Comparison Dimensions and Storage The ICE version of the Astra has been in production for decades now. Hence, the dimensions won’t be much different than that model even in the all-electric avatar. It is 4.37 m long and has a decent wheelbase of 2.67 m. In the Sports Tourer guise, the boot capacity is a cool 516 litres with all seats up and a colossal 1,553 litres with all seats folded. Vauxhall (Opel) Astra Electric Dimensions Length 4,374 mm Width 1,860 mm Wheelbase 2,675 mm Boot Space (Sports Tourer) 516 litres Dimensions and Storage You might also like: Are Chargers at DC Fast Charging Stations Bad For EVs? Interior and Features The inside of Astra Electric has been meticulously designed. For instance, the Active Sports upholstery has been designed by Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V. (AGR; Campaign for Healthier Backs) for excellent lateral stability with tons of electrical adjustments, optional Alcantara material, two 10-inch Touchscreen Displays, E-HUD (Heads Up Display), Natural Voice Recognition, 18-inch Alloys, a new Intelli-Drive 2.0 System for ADAS functions like Drowsiness Detection, Front Collision Warning with the Automatic Emergency Braking System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Active Lane Keep Assist and Semi-Automated Lane Change and more. Vauxhall (Opel) Astra Electric – Price The prices will be announced closer to the launch in the Spring of 2023. However, we could expect them to be around €35,000 in Europe.

Abarth 500e Electric Hot Hatch – Specs, Range, Features & More

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While most EV players are heading toward efficiency, and for the right reasons, Abarth has gone in the opposite direction revealing its 500e hot hatch recently. Now, with electric powertrains, the convention is to maximize the range. However, one must not forget that EVs have an inherent trait of instant torque as well. You might also like: GWM Ora Funky Cat – Specs, Features, Price & More Leveraging that, Abarth has developed its first electric car in the form of 500e. The commercialization of the 500e is planned for February 2023. Interestingly, there will only be 1,949 units produced of the Scorpionissima Limited Edition. It will have an exclusive side sticker and a numbered certificate of authenticity. Abarth 500e Hot Hatch – Specs The electric hot hatch comes with a 42 kWh Lithium-ion battery that supplies energy to an electric motor driving the front wheels (FWD). The total output is 153 hp and 235 Nm of peak power and torque. Using a 3 kW AC home charger, you could charge the EV from 0-100% in 15 hours and 15 mins, while the quickest way to charge it is via an 85 kW DC fast charger that can fill it up from 0-80% in just 35 mins. Abarth 500e Specs Drivetrain FWD Battery 42 kWh Power / Torque 153 hp / 235 Nm 85 kW DC Fast Charging 35 mins (0-80%) Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h) 7 secs (w/ Battery SOC>90%) Top Speed 155 km/h Specs You might also like: Microlino Urban Mini EV – Specs, Range, Price & More Abarth 500e Hot Hatch – Dimensions Abarth 500e is a compact hatchback that is just over 3.62 m and has a wheelbase of just over 2.32 m. We have taken these dimensions from the regular Fiat 500 electric on which the Abarth 500e is based. Abarth 500e Dimensions Length 3,632 mm Width 1,683 mm Height 1,527 mm Wheelbase 2,322 mm Dimensions You might also like: VW e up City EV – Specs, Range, Features, Price & More Interior and Features Just like the dimensions, the interior layout of the Abarth 500e resembles the Fiat 500 Electric. However, there are tons of customisation options. In the regular trims, the 500e comes with a large 10.25-inch Touchscreen Display with Uconnet, a 7-inch Driver’s Instrument Cluster, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Driving Modes (Turismo, Scorpion Street and Scorpion Track), Alcantara Upholstery, a Sound Generator to mimic the exhaust note of the ICE-powered version, Premium Audio System, ADAS Functions (Autonomous Emergency Brake, Lane Keeping Assist, Drowsy Driver Detection, Traffic Sign Information, Urban Blind Spot, Cruise Control and E-call assist) and more. Expected Price and Deliveries With commercialization plans in February 2023, we can expect the hot hatch to arrive at the dealerships for deliveries sometime in mid-2023. Considering the prices to be significantly higher than the regular Fiat 500 Electric, one must be prepared to shell out around £35,000 (approx $42,100 US) for this compact EV.

2023 Audi Q8 e-tron – Specs, Range, Features, Price

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Audi has opened bookings for the 2023 Q8 e-tron. The flagship electric SUV and crossover from the Ingolstadt-based luxury car marque offer a few aesthetic updates along with performance enhancements. The market launch for Germany and other prominent European markets will be at the end of February 2023, while it will reach the US market at the end of April 2023. You might also like: BYD Seal Deliveries to Begin in Europe; To Rival Tesla Model 3 2023 Audi Q8 e-tron – Specs The dual-motor AWD configuration will be standard across the board, while the tri-motor AWD setup is reserved for the top-of-the-line SQ8 e-tron and SQ8 Sportback e-tron trims. In the boost modes, the power and torque range from 335 hp / 664 Nm to 496 hp / 973 Nm. The range varies from 491 km to 600 km as per WLTP. The base Q8 50 e-tron will offer a maximum of 150 kW DC fast charging, while the Q8 55 e-tron and SQ8 e-tron versions support up to 170 kW DC fast charging. Using the latter, the big (114 kWh) battery could be charged from 10-80% in 31 mins under ideal conditions. Using standard 11 kW AC charging, the big battery can be fully charged in 11 hours 30 mins. 2023 Audi Q8 e-tron Specs Drivetrain AWD Battery (gross) 95 & 114 kWh Range 491 – 600 km (WLTP) Power 335 – 496 hp Torque 664 – 973 Nm 170 kW DC Fast Charging 31 mins (10-80%) Drag Coeff. (Sportback) 0.24 – 0.26 Drag Coeff. (SUV) 0.27 – 0.28 Specs You might also like: Hyundai Ioniq 7 – Expected Specs, Range, Features & More Dimensions and Storage Being the flagship electric SUV in the stable of the German luxury carmaker, the Q8 measures 4.91 m in length and has a wheelbase of 2.93 m. The SUV offers a generous boot capacity of 569 litres, while the Sportback is good for 528 litres. An additional 62 litres is available in the “frunk”. 2023 Audi Q8 e-tron Dimensions Length 4,915 mm Width 1,937 mm Height 1,619 mm Wheelbase 2,920 mm Boot Space (Frunk) 569 litres (62 litres) Dimensions and Storage You might also like: Polestar 3 Electric SUV – Specs, Range, Price & Features Interior and Features The interior of the electric vehicle is finished in various sustainable materials including carbon fiber structure, wood and aluminium. Apart from that, there are 2 touchscreen displays at the centre – a 10.1-inch on the top and an 8.6-inch lower down replacing almost all physical buttons. Then there is the Audi Virtual Cockpit display for the driver’s instrument cluster, Natural Voice Control, MMI Navigation Plus, WiFi Hotspot, Heads-Up Display, Air Purifier, 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control, and Powered Seats with Massage Functions among others. 2023 Audi Q8 e-tron – Safety and Price In terms of safety equipment, the EV is loaded to the gills. This includes 40 ADAS functions which are guided by 5 Radar Sensors, 5 Cameras and 12 Ultrasonic Sensors and analysed by Central Driver Assistance Ccontrol Unit. The starting price of the electric car in Germany will be €74,400 ($78,844 US).

BYD Seal Deliveries to Begin in Europe; To Rival Tesla Model 3

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BYD is planning to launch the Seal electric sedan (also known as Atto 4 in some markets) to rival the Tesla Model 3 in Europe. Having launched the Seal in the Chinese market in July this year (2022), the largest EV market in China aims to go global. In comparison to Model 3, it targets the audience with relatively affordable prices without compromising on performance. Seal is slated to be launched in Europe by the end of this year or beginning of the next year (2023). Thereafter, BYD wants to bring it to other markets like Australia, South America and the Middle East. You might also like: Are Chargers at DC Fast Charging Stations Bad For EVs? BYD Seal (Tesla Model 3 Rival) – Specs The EV is based on BYD’s e-Platform 3.0 with Blade Battery and LFP cells in two variants – 61.4 kWh and 82.5 kWh with 550 km (342 mi) and 700 km (435 mi) range respectively. There will be options of a single-motor RWD and a dual-motor AWD drivetrain. The power ranges from 201 hp to a colossal 523 hp. In its most powerful iteration, the Seal will be capable of achieving a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of just 3.8 secs. BYD Seal Specs Drivetrain RWD / AWD Battery 61.4 & 82.5 kWh Range 550 – 700 km (CLTC) Power 201 – 523 hp 150 kW DC Fast Charging Yes Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h) 3.8 secs Specs You might also like: Pravaig Defy Electric SUV – Specs, Features, Range & More BYD Seal – Dimensions Seal is marginally larger than the Model 3 in terms of exterior dimensions which also translates to the wheelbase. It is 4.8 m long and has a wheelbase of 2.92 m. It has the CTB (Cell-to-Body) architecture which means that the lower part of the body of the vehicle forms the top part of the battery pack. BYD Seal Dimensions Length 4,800 mm Width 1,875 mm Height 1,460 mm Wheelbase 2,920 mm Boot Space 320 litre Dimensions You might also like: Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia EV6 – Specs, Price Comparison Interior and Features On the inside is where the Seal differs significantly from the Model 3. While the latter has a completely futuristic and minimalistic layout devoid of physical buttons or knobs, BYD has adopted a more traditional approach. There is a massive 15.6-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System that can be switched between a Portrait or Landscape Orientation within seconds, a smaller Screen for the Driver’s Instrument Panel, a Heads-Up Display, 8-way Adjustable Driver’s Seat, with Lumbar Support, Heating and Ventilation with Memory Function, Air Purifier, Wireless Charging, and much more. BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 – Price BYD launched the Seal in July 2022 in China with prices ranging from CNY 209,800 ($30,084 US) to CNY 286,800 ($41,125 US) after subsidies. For comparison, the Tesla Model 3 retails between CNY 279,900 ($40,136 US) to CNY 367,900 ($52,755 US).

Tesla Semi Electric Truck Deliveries Commence

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Tesla has commenced the deliveries of its highly-anticipated Semi electric truck this month (December 2022). It aims to revolutionize the commercial electric vehicle market in the USA and eventually expand globally. Semi is the truck that belongs to Class 8. Tesla, fashionably, has been secretive about the exact specifications of the Semi. But there are a few stats that have been thrown up by the most popular EV maker in the world. You might also like: Are Chargers at DC Fast Charging Stations Bad For EVs? Tesla Semi Electric Truck – Specs In its top trim, the Semi is powered by 3 electric motors that offer a range of 500 miles (804 km). With a smaller battery pack, there will still be a healthy range of 300 miles (483 km). Tesla mentions that the energy consumption of the Semi is less than 1.7 kWh/mile which could mean that the battery pack could be around 600 – 900 kWh. Moreover, the electric truck features an operating voltage of around 1,000 V. The battery can be topped up to 70% in just 30 mins. But the most impressive aspect has to be the drag coefficient of just 0.36 which enables a 0-60 mph acceleration time of just 20 secs (fully loaded). This is around 3 times better than traditional diesel trucks which take around 60 secs for the same and have drag coefficients over 0.65. Tesla Semi Electric Truck Specs Drivetrain AWD Battery (exp.) 600 – 900 kWh Range 300 miles (483 km) or 500 miles (804 km) Power / Torque (exp.) 900 hp / 1,600 lb-ft (2,170 Nm) DC Fast Charging 30 mins (up to 70%) Acceleration (0 – 60 mph/96 kmph) 5 secs (unloaded) & 20 secs (loaded) Drag Coeff. 0.36 Specs You might also like: Pravaig Defy Electric SUV – Specs, Features, Range & More Tesla Semi Electric Truck – Design The Tesla Semi Class 8 all-electric semi-truck is known for its clean truck design. The front fascia of this vehicle has a giant wraparound glass which drops into the frunk. Also, the dropped door mirrors give the Tesla Semi aerodynamic benefits. Cameras are positioned at the extremes of the rear mirror which send the direct feed to the screen in the interior. The chin of the truck has a small passage for air intake so are to keep the battery cool and smoothly functioning. Tesla Semi projects a 6*4 tractor layout in which its rear part comes with the trailer bed and tow hitch. You might also like: Zeekr 009 Minivan (MPV) Launched – Specs, Range, Features & More Interior and Features The other area where the Tesla Semi is significantly more unorthodox than traditional trucks is in the cabin and features. The first thing you’d notice when you enter the cabin is the centrally-positioned driver’s seat offering great visibility outside. There are two additional seats that are positioned behind it. At the moment, there is no information about the sleeping cabin in the Semi. The cabin layout is something that we have seen in other Tesla cars. The pattern is minimalistic with two large 15-inch screens on either side of the steering wheel. On the right is where you would have the cabin settings like HVAC, infotainment, etc., while the left screen will have the information and settings related to the truck. Evidently, the layout is devoid of millions of buttons and switches that traditional trucks come with. You might also like: Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia EV6 – Specs, Price Comparison Price Yet another aspect with which Tesla aims to disrupt the market is its attractive prices. The prices start from $150,000 USD for the 300-mile variant and $180,000 USD for the 500-mile variant. But with the government incentives, these are reduced to $110,000 USD and $140,000 USD respectively.

Pravaig Defy Electric SUV – Specs, Features, Range & More

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Pravaig has launched the Defy electric SUV for the Indian market at Rs 39.50 lakh, ex-showroom (approx $48,500 USD). The brand was introduced in 2011 with the support of a France-based company Eren group. Back then, it used to make off-road buggies. Pravaig has been manufacturing batteries for a decade now and will use in-house batteries for its EVs. Bookings for the Defy have started at Rs 51,000 online. The deliveries of this EV are slated to commence in the second half of 2023. You might also like: Tata Motors Unveil Avinya EV Concept Stepping Into Electric Future Pravaig Defy Electric SUV – Specs The EV has a huge 90.9 kWh 5-module Lithium-ion battery pack that power two electric motors to set up an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration. It is based on a dedicated skateboard architecture that allows the battery to be positioned in the middle liberating acres of space for the luggage compartment and cabin for the passengers. The max power and torque stand at 402 hp and 620 Nm respectively and Pravaig claims a real-world driving range of around 500 km. The electric SUV can be charged using a 7.2 kW AC home charger or a 150 kW DC fast charger for which Pravaig has partnered with various charging companies in India. There are 18-inch wheels with optional “aero covers” for range enhancement. Pravaig Defy Electric SUV Specs Drivetrain AWD Battery 90.9 kWh Range 500+ km (real-world) Power / Torque 402 hp / 620 Nm 150 kW DC Fast Charging 30 mins (0-80%) Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h) 4.9 secs Drag Coeff. 0.33 Top Speed 210 km/h Specs You might also like: Hyundai Ioniq 7 – Expected Specs, Range, Features & More Dimensions and Storage Defy is a large electric SUV that is 4.94 m in length and has a wheelbase of 3.03 m. Its skateboard architecture allows this amount of wheelbase along with 680 litres of boot space. What would offer peace of mind to the customers is its 234 mm ground clearance, essentially indicating that you could take it anywhere. Pravaig Defy Electric SUV Dimensions Length 4,940 mm Width 1,940 mm Height 1,650 mm Wheelbase 3,030 mm Boot Space 680 litres Ground Clearance 234 mm Dimensions and Storage You might also like: GMC Hummer EV – Powerful Electric SUV & Pickup Truck Interior and Features Just like with the specifications, Pravaig aims to challenge the luxury carmakers with the type of high-end features in offers on the Defy. The cabin of the Defy is constructed using sustainable materials which is the trend with EVs these days. It has Vegan Upholstery, a colossal 15.6-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System, a 10-inch Customisable Digital Instrument Cluster, two Individual 15.6-inch Screens for Rear Occupants, 6-Way Power Adjustable Seats with Ventilation, 5G Connectivity, OTA, 3D Devialet Premium Sound System, 4-Seat Arrangement, Wireless Charging, Connected Car Tech, 360-Degree Camera, 77 GHz Solid State Radar, ADAS Functions, and more.

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