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Chinese automakers bring hybrids and plug-ins to Detroit, Geneva auto shows

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The Trumpchi 4x4 hybrid is the first mass-produced full hybrid sedan with all-wheel-drive feature in China, independently developed by GAC Engineering based on its mid-high class vehicle platform. The 35 kWh Li-Ion battery pack is mounted low for vehicle stability and is controlled by a dedicated battery management system.

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Daimler Unveils F800 Style Research Vehicle; Plug-in Hybrid or Fuel Cell Drive Again Highlights Modular Approach

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We set a course on the large touring sedan segment in 2007, when we presented the F 700. The lithium-ion battery with a storage capacity of >10 kWh can be recharged either at a charging station or a household power socket. Li-ion pack capacity (kWh). >10. s, and the vehicle has a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

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Volkswagen introduces new MQB-based Tiguan at Frankfurt; plug-in hybrid concept

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million units of the first generation version since its introduction in 2007. In this class, Volkswagen provides a turbocharger, direct injection, stop-start system and battery regeneration as standard. The lithium-ion high-voltage battery supplies the electric motor with energy. Volkswagen has sold some 2.6 seconds.

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Driving the VW e-Golf; strategy, assembly in Wolfsburg, Braunschweig battery plant

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Volkswagen is electrifying all vehicle classes. kWh, 323V Li-ion battery pack—318 kg (701 lbs), or 21% of the e-Golf’s DIN unladen body weight—with the component 25 Ah cells and modules (6-cell and 12-cell) provided by Panasonic. The e-Golf reaches a speed of 60 km/h (37 mph) within 4.2 Click to enlarge.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

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The MiEV runs on a lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged in seven or so hours on a 240-volt line. The electric car features three different battery options, two different Lithium-based (LI) systems – A123Systems and Enerdel as well as a Sodium-Nickel battery Zebra (Mes-Dea). safety requirements.