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nanoFLOWCELL to present new QUANT F flow cell EV at Geneva

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The new car features a new drive system with a two-speed automatic, and delivers top speed of more than 300 km/h (186 mph). In this connection, I would expressly like to point out that we researchers are not interested here in pumping up hp/kW figures, but rather in realising what is technically feasible. This is unique.

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2015 VW Jetta TDI: a more refined, powerful and efficient diesel within a nicely redesigned model line

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In order to counteract engine vibration and maintain smooth operation, the EA288’s crankshaft is connected to two gear-driven counter-rotating balance shafts that spin at twice engine speed. Volkswagen raised the fuel injection pressure on the base engine from 1600 to 2000 bar. SE with Connectivity and Navigation, 1.8T

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Peugeot Shows Two HYbrid4 Concepts, New BB1 EV Concept at Frankfurt

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Everything is managed electronically—there is no mechanical connection between the front and the rear. The power electronics act as an inverter and converter. The converter converts the 200V from the battery pack to 12V to supply the on-board vehicle systems. seconds, and top speed is 209 km/h (130 mph).

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Fiat Launches New 1.8L Gasoline Direct-Injection Turbo in Lancia Delta

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Di TurboJet, the Lancia Delta can reach a maximum speed of 230 km/h (143 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 Due to the direct control of fuel, it is possible to avoid some of the gasoline getting directly to the exhaust manifold during the scavenging with negative effects on the catalytic converter’s functionality.

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Best speakers ever

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Founding EVA chapter connects with entrepreneurial stars. Val Miftakhov , also a member of the chapter, founded Electric Motorworks , where he first converted BMWs to electric and then moved onto manufacturing JuiceBox charging stations. I got a thrill ride in the X1 at a chapter meeting,” said Pohorsky.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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The Mirai uses the Toyota Fuel Cell System (TFCS), which features both fuel cell technology and hybrid technology, and includes proprietary Toyota-developed components including the fuel cell (FC) Stack, FC boost converter, and high-pressure hydrogen tanks. seconds and delivers a passing time of 3 seconds from 25–40 mph.

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New Gen4 smart electric drive; electrification of all smart models

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kWh Li-ion battery pack, the electric drive has a range (NEDC) of approximately 160 km (99 miles); maximum speed is electronically limited to 130 km/h (81 mph) to maximize the range. In overrun mode or when braking the vehicle’s kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy. Powered by a 17.6 kWh/100 km.