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2020 Ford Escape to offer hybrid and PHEV variants

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The standard hybrid with front-wheel drive targets best-in-class EPA-estimated range of more than 550 miles. The plug-in hybrid variant, available on every trim level except S and SE Sport, projects a best-in-class EPA-estimated range of at least 30 miles in electric-only mode. and Evasive Steering Assist. Active Park Assist 2.0

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BMW Group and Samsung SDI expand partnership on electric drive batteries; i3, i8 and additional hybrid models

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Similarly, the 20 Ah-class cells (26 Ah and 28 Ah) offer the highest volumetric power and energy density. One important factor in the BMW’s choice of Samsung SDI was that the company considers the suitability of lithium-ion battery cells for environmentally-friendly production and subsequent recovery of materials during product development.

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Honda launching new Fit and Fit Hybrid in Japan

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Atkinson cycle DOHC i-VTEC engine; 7-speed DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) with internal high-output motor; and IPU (Intelligent Power Unit) with internal lithium-ion battery. First introduced in June 2001, the Fit series has passed the two million units sold milestone in Japan as of 30 April. The hybrid model features a 1.5L

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Odyne Systems introduces new plug-in hybrid system for medium- and heavy-duty work trucks

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The new parallel plug-in hybrid system features a Remy HVH250 electric motor ( earlier post )—80 hp continuous, 110 hp peak—and a choice of 14 kWh or 28 kWh lithium-ion battery packs. In January 2009, Odyne’s assets were acquired by the parent company of DUECO, Inc. Earlier post.).

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U-M and Shanghai Jiao Tong University fund 6 energy and biomedical projects; batteries, policy and fuels

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The goal os this project is to explore the potential of new classes of materials for making electrochemically superior, environmentally friendly, and affordable electrodes for lithium-ion batteries that may be used in such applications as electric vehicles. Principal investigators: David H.

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Tesla says Model S comes out on top in US-NCAP crash testing with lowest Vehicle Safety Score

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Side crash rating results were added with 1997 model year vehicles and rollover assessments with 2001 models. Since NHTSA selects vehicles for testing on the criteria noted above, there are, however, some competitive gaps in the data: no testing for Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8 or BMW 7-Series, for example.

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