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MAY 7, 2015

As part of its introduction of the lifecycle freshening for all 3 Series Sedans and Sports Wagons, BMW announced that it will launch the BMW 330e plug-in hybrid in 2016. The BMW 330e will accelerate from 0–60 mph in approximately 6.1 seconds (preliminary) and have a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h) (preliminary).

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APRIL 19, 2012

The exact location for the new plant, which will manufacture an SUV model starting in 2016, will be chosen by AUDI AG later this year. It will be possible to supply customers worldwide with cars built in Mexico to Audi’s renowned standard of quality. The car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.2

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OCTOBER 17, 2015

Toyota gave its Prius c—the smallest of the brand’s eight hybrid models—a major styling and interior upgrade for 2015; for 2016 the big enhancement is the available Toyota Safety Sense C (TSS-C), which equips the car with an array of driver-assist technologies: Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Assist, and Automatic High Beams.

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AUGUST 5, 2015

US prices for the 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid electric vehicle ( earlier post )—the first of many Audi e-tron models destined to come to the US—will begin at $37,900. The 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron features a 1.4 Purchasing customers may qualify for applicable state and federal incentives and tax credits.

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APRIL 29, 2015

The Jaguar US lineup will expand in 2016 with the addition of the all new, aluminum-intensive Jaguar XE compact sports sedan in 20d (diesel) and 35t models each in Premium, Prestige and R-Sport trim levels and available in RWD or AWD. seconds, with top speed electronically-limited to 155 mph (249 m/h). 0-60 mph (sec).

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MAY 26, 2015

Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 The 2016 Sonata PHEV features a 9.8 kWh Li poly pack.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. The 2016 Prius uses smaller, lighter hybrid components, including a new lithium-ion hybrid battery that replaces the nickel-metal hydride battery (excluding the Prius Two non-Eco grade) in most models.

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MARCH 30, 2018

and China facilities, enabling them to share data and learnings in real-time to improve production and maintain quality standards. On the other hand, its investment in big data and IT technologies connects the company’s U.S.

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating. turning circle for easy maneuverability.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, l/100 km, respectively) for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

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Model year (MY) 2016 vehicle fuel economy was 24.7 The average weight for new vehicles produced in MY 2016 was 4,035 pounds (1,830 kg), which was unchanged from MY 2015 although the weight of an average new car fell by 23 pounds (10.4 The average 0-to-60 mph acceleration time was the same in MY 2016 as MY 2015.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

kW on-board charger is now standard on both SE and SEL Premium trims, which enables the battery to be charged in less than six hours at a 240V charging station. When equipped with DC Fast Charging (optional on SE, standard on SEL Premium), the battery can be charged to 80% within an hour at a 50 kW DC fast charging station.

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APRIL 16, 2019

Hazard Light Alert and Slippery Road Alert were first introduced in 2016 on Volvo’s 90 Series cars in Sweden and Norway. They come as standard on all new model year 2020 Volvos and can be retrofitted on selected earlier models. From 2020, all Volvos will be speed-limited at 180 km/h (112 mph).

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APRIL 6, 2016

Mapscape provides an NDS ( Navigation Data Standard ) map database with comprehensive road geometry data that provides more detailed information for objects and pinpoint locations than standard map information. With a maximum speed of 40 km/h (25 mph)—25 km/h (15.5

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APRIL 15, 2015

Cadillac has greatly enhanced the performance of its ELR extended range electric vehicle (plug-in hybrid) ( earlier post ) for the 2016 model year, and is also cutting the MSRP by $9,005, bringing the starting price down to $58,495 net after the $7,500 US federal tax credit (MSRP = $65,995). 2016 Cadillac ELR. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 3, 2017

million in Q2 2016. This vehicle will offer a range of 310 miles and a 0-60 mph time of 5.1 The standard Model 3, starting at $35,000 with 220 miles of range and a 0-60 mph time of 5.6 The company’s net loss grew to $336.4 million in the second quarter, increasing from $293.2 a year earlier.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2020

First introduced in 2016 on 90 Series cars in Sweden and Norway, Hazard Light Alert and Slippery Road Alert now come as standard equipment on all model year 2021 Volvo cars sold in the US. From 2020, all new Volvo cars are speed-limited at 112 mph. Waycare has plans to expand to other areas in the future.

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JUNE 23, 2017

Tesla setting industry standards in EV technology, in-car connectivity, and semi-autonomous driving technology.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2016

In a detailed presentation at SAE 2016 Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technologies earlier this year on the design of the RWD PHEV system for the CT6, Tim Grewe, GM’s General Director of Electrification, called it a “Volt on steroids.” ( Earlier post.) All-electric range for the CT6 Plug-In Hybrid is an estimated 30 miles. kW) of power.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2015

The locomotives will be delivered at the end of 2015 and the end of 2016. The diesel generator meets the requirements of exhaust gas standard stage IIIB1. The H3 locomotive can operate safely at speeds up to 100 km/h (62 mph) whereas most shunters in this class are designed to run at 80 km/h (50 mph) maximum.

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AUGUST 10, 2016

The new Mazda3 will come standard with G-Vectoring Control (GVC), an all-new, Mazda-exclusive technology that uses the engine in conjunction with the steering, throttle inputs and suspension to provide sharper chassis control. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. engine with start/stop.

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DECEMBER 18, 2016

The overall system output of 185 kW/252 hp and combined peak torque of 420 N·m (310 lb-ft) propel the BMW 530e iPerformance from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.2 seconds and enable it to reach a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). To do so, it uses the electric drive’s full power and can attain a maximum speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).

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FEBRUARY 24, 2017

seconds and reaches a top speed of 310 km/h (193 mph). After the successful début of the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, which uses a V6 engine together with an electric motor, at the 2016 Paris Motor Show ( earlier post ), Porsche is showing once again that hybrid technology has great performance potential. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 16, 2015

Audi is introducing two new models with plug-in hybrid drive systems to the market in China in 2016, both of which are having their world premier at Auto Shanghai 2015: the Audi Q7 e-tron 2.0 TFSI quattro accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than six seconds and consumes 2.5 TFSI quattro is the standard Audi virtual cockpit.

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JULY 18, 2016

The Mercedes-Benz Future Bus with CityPilot, which Daimler will showcase at the upcoming IAA 2016 in Hannover in September, is already making its first public journey on part of Europe’s longest BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) route in the Netherlands, linking Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport with the town of Haarlem. gigahertz (standard IEEE 802.11p).

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MARCH 23, 2016

Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. kWh pack—and to drive at speeds up to 84 mph (135 km/h). liter Atkinson-cycle, 4-cylinder engine—the same as in all 2016 Prius hybrid models—earns a 40%-plus thermal efficiency.

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AUGUST 30, 2016

For MY 2017, Audi has updated its A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for the US with improved technology offerings such as the available Audi virtual cockpit and standard driver assistance systems including Audi pre sense front. The e-tron accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 7.6

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FEBRUARY 28, 2017

standard: three gasoline power units (THP 225 S&S EAT8, THP 180 S&S EAT8, PureTech (twice voted engine of the year in 2015 and 2016) 130 S&S 6-speed manual) and two diesel units (BlueHDi 130 S&S—with a choice of 6-speed manual or EAT8—and the BlueHDi 180 EAT8). In standard mode, charging takes 4½ hours.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2016

liter TGI engine that fulfills the requirements of the new EU 6 emissions standard. The Caddy TGI as a city delivery van or passenger car has a top speed of 174 km/h (108 mph) with a manual gearbox and 172 km/h (107 mph) with DSG. The new Caddy TGI with DSG will arrive at dealerships at the beginning of June 2016.

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JANUARY 7, 2015

In high-speed challenges, V2V-enabled Audi vehicles equipped with the NXP RoadLINK chipset drove towards one another at relative speeds of up to 500 km/h (311 mph), communicating across distances of more than two kilometers (1.24 TEF510x – a high-performance dual-radio multiband RF transceiver for V2X applications.

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DECEMBER 3, 2017

engine, first unveiled at the 2015 LA Auto Show for the 2016 CX-9. The outside two cylinders can shut down when the vehicle is operated at steady speeds between 25 and 50 mph, but all four cylinders work instantaneously when needed for maximum performance. naturally aspirated engine and the turbocharged SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Mazda6’s 2.5-liter,

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Hyundai Motor is introducing a hydrogen fuel cell concept version of its H350 light commercial van at the 2016 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover. m 3 space—sufficient to accommodate five standard European pallets—or room for a 14-seat passenger compartment. Depending on wheelbase, the H350 provides 10.5 m 3 or 12.9

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Together with the soon-to-be-launched BMW X5 xDrive40e ( earlier post ) also on display at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW eDrive technology initially developed for BMW i cars will be available for BMW models spanning four different vehicle segments in 2016. The BMW 225xe, arriving in spring 2016, pairs a 100 kW/136 hp 1.5-liter

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MARCH 31, 2021

87 mph, when the maximum speed of the electric motor would be reached at approx. Development of the lithium-ion energy storage system began in 2016 and was inspired by technologies that have proven themselves in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. Belt-driven starter-alternator as standard.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2014

The “EcoEfficiency” models combined a number of measures available as standard for all Canter model variants. Previously optional, a start/stop function for the engine is now included as standard for all models. Emissions standards and testing. t comply with the Euro 5b+ emissions standard. Optimized emission control.

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OCTOBER 1, 2016

Porsche views “hybrid” as being as synonymous with performance as with sustainability, pointing to the victory of the 919 Hybrid in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 2015 and 2016. The all-wheel Porsche achieves a top speed of 278 km/h (173 mph) and delivers a system torque of 700 N·m (516 lb-ft) from stationary without hesitation.

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