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Nile Bijoux14:16, May 06 2021 SUPPLIED Ford has increased its investment in Solid Power, a Denver-based company that is developing sulfide solid-state battery technology. Ford NZ has joined Drive Electric to help push electrified vehicles into the mainstream, ahead of Auckland’s Eworld conference this weekend. “As a volume brand we see our products and technology as a key enabler of de-carbonising the transport sector through effective and targeted renewal of New Zealand’s ageing vehicle...

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Called the ‘SM17’, the ultimate Mustang for the ultimate McLaughlin fan packs quite a punch. There’s still a 5.0-litre V8 under the bonnet but now it rocks a supercharger that pumps power up to a feral 578kW and 810Nm, while the chassis gets significant upgrades as well, including adjustable anti-roll bars. Supplied More power than a GT500 but for less money. The special ‘SM17’ Ford Mustang has been priced at $149,500. It will be available with a choice of either Ford’s 10-speed ...