Chery unveils next-gen “Rhino” battery with target range of 1,500km
Chinese automotive group Chery unveils its next generation ‘Rhino’ battery which boasts ultra-fast charging and a targeted total driving range of more than 1,500 km.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
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