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Tesla Supercharger Station Lego Set Needs Your Support

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5 days ago

March 19, 2023

Can you really say you’ve burst into pop culture if you don’t have a Lego set of your own? Although Lego has offered dozens if not hundreds of automotive-themed sets over the years, not a single one has been a Tesla. That could be changing thanks to an adult Lego fan (commonly referred to as AFOLs) who submitted an amazing Tesla Supercharger Station set of his own creation to the Lego Ideas platform. The set includes three Superchargers, four vehicles (a Model Y, Cybertruck and two Model Ss), two minifigures and a Tesla Store where the vehicles are sold and serviced.

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lego ideas This is how regular people get their “my own creations” (MOCs) turned into official sets. Anyone can upload an original set idea to the platform and the community will vote on it. Any set that reaches 10,000 votes is then considered for production in the company’s popular Ideas theme. Included some popular idea sets from the past Medieval blacksmith (21325), tree house (21318) and globe (21332).

It is not easy for a submitted idea to reach production, even if it receives 10,000 votes. You will note that the three examples above are generic objects that do not require a license to be developed and sold by Lego. These types of sets generally have an easier time getting through all the Lego hoops. However, some sets that require licensing will be approved as Lego already has an established relationship with this company. That reminds me of Disney’s Steamboat Willie set (21317), which has since been discontinued. Unfortunately, Lego has no formal relationship with Tesla at that time and even turned down a Cybertruck set which reached 10,000 votes in the past.

The Supercharger Station set was created by Ideas user Airbricks95, whose real name is Aurelien French. After his idea profile Seite, he lives in France and has been building Lego MOCs for 15 years. As you can see from his profile, he is quite prolific and his work is generally of high quality.

However, his Tesla themed set is his most popular, having just passed his Springfield Elementary School from The Simpsons set by 2,685 to 2,614 votes. Yes, the French Tesla set still has a long way to go to reach 10,000 votes, but that kind of exposure should help. In order to vote, you must sign up for a Lego Ideas account. I already had one so my vote is in it.

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Quick Charge Podcast: March 23, 2023

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57 mins ago

March 24, 2023

Tyler Dennis

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BGauss B8 Electric Scooter Price, Variants, Design & Range

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59 mins ago

March 24, 2023

Tyler Dennis

BGauss B8 electric scooter

Mr. Hemant Kabra is the founder and CEO of BGauss. BGauss started selling electric vehicles in 2020 and produces exclusively in the electric vehicle segment. The head office is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. BGauss B8 is one of the two electric scooters that the company launched in July 2020. In this post, you will learn more about the features and specifications of this electric scooter.

appearance and design

BGauss B8 includes a multi-color digital display, 360-degree chrome plating, an aerodynamically optimized design and a UV-protective coating on the outside. This scooter weighs 76.5 kg and has a height of 1285 mm. It has a trunk volume of 18 liters and a payload of up to 130 kg.

variants

There are two different versions of the BGauss B8 electric scooter depending on the substances used in the battery. These two variants are lithium-ion and LF.

Colors

It is available in 6 different options, named:

mint green
fog grey
pearl white
silk red
Sparkling blue
Zed black

Price

The ex-showroom price for the lithium-ion variant is 82,999 and for the LF variant it is 88,999.

specifications

mileage	70km/charge
top speed	50km/h
engine	800w
Top performance	1900w
battery	104.5kwh 57.6v
peak torque	94.6 nm
guarantee	3 years
Breaks	Front and Rear – Disc

This electric scooter features a BLDC hub motor which is IP 67 waterproof. A double piston is installed on the front brakes. In addition, it has three speed settings: 36 km/h, 42 km/h and 50 km/h.

This scooter takes about 3 to 4 hours to be fully charged.

characteristics

Alongside a host of notable features, it has side stand sensors, an anti-theft alarm, anti-theft device, Find Your Car, 120mm water wading capacity and a USB port.

In addition, it includes LED lighting in turn signals, daytime running lights, taillights and headlights.

Diploma

The best advice we can give is that while BGauss delivers a lot of great features at a fair price, there are many other scooters on the market that can offer the same features at a much lower price. But if you keep buying it, it will remain a good investment for you.

Continue reading:- BGauss C12 electric scooter launched for Rs. 97,999

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Charged EVs | Ford reveals electric Explorer to be built in Germany

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3 hours ago

March 24, 2023

Tyler Dennis

Americans crave electric SUVs — but automakers dream of a slow and orderly transition to e-mobility. Unfortunately for us Americans, this means that new EV models are usually launched in China and/or Europe first.

ford has unveiled a new all-electric Explorer, designed and built in Germany, as part of a strategy to “reinvent the Ford brand in Europe.”

The electric Explorer will be the first electric vehicle to be built on a large scale at the new Ford Cologne EV Center in Germany. Ford says it will offer an all-electric portfolio of passenger cars in Europe by 2030.

Ford isn’t offering any technical details of the new Explorer at this time, but says it will be available in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants and will be outfitted with the latest electronic goodies and amenities.

The SYNC Move infotainment system has a 15-inch articulating touchscreen that slides up and down to suit the driver (Tesla, note), plus wireless compatibility with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. There is storage space for a laptop and another with a wireless phone charger.

Other bells and whistles include heated front seats and steering wheel, a massaging driver’s seat, individual climate controls, a kick-activated tailgate and multiple driver assistance features.

“Explorer is a precursor to a new generation of exciting Ford electric vehicles. Infused with our American roots but built in Cologne for our customers in Europe, it’s ready for the big adventures and packed with everything our customers need for their everyday drives,” said Martin Sander, general manager, Ford Model e, Europe .

Orders will be accepted “from the end of this year” and prices are expected to start at “less than €45,000”.

Source: ford