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Mercedes-Benz to set up EV production in US, battery plant; $1B investment in Alabama

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The company plans to produce EQ-branded SUV models at MBUSI (Mercedes-Benz US International), its Tuscaloosa, Alabama facility. Final details of the plans are still being worked on in partnership with the State of Alabama. Mercedes-Benz will set up electric vehicle production in the United States.

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New Mercedes-Benz GLE features 48V active suspension system

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At a later stage a plug-in hybrid variant with a particularly long range will be added to the drive portfolio. Driving assistance systems take another step forward with Active Stop-and-Go Assist. The GLE will receive a completely new range of engines on market launch in early 2019. E-ACTIVE Body Control: 48 V suspension.

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Plug In 2008

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T he Plug in 2008 National PHEV Conference in San Jose by most accounts was a big success. Here's one of the announcements that came out of the conference : EPRI, GM, 34 Utilities Collaborate to Advance Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles PALO ALTO, Calif. That’s why this relationship with EPRI and the utility partners is so important.”

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Honda includes stop-start system in new 2016 Honda Pilot for improved fuel economy, new 9-speed

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Honda gave the all-new 2016 Honda Pilot SUV its global premiere at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. The 2016 Pilot, launching at Honda dealerships nationwide this summer, is the third generation of Honda’s three-row midsize SUV to be designed, developed and manufactured in the US. The 2016 Pilot features a new 3.5-liter,

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Flash Drive: 2023 Genesis GV70 EV AWD

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A major step to becoming a leader offering luxury EVs, Genesis started production in February 2023 of the Electrified GV70 in Montgomery, Alabama. Utilizing both 400 and 800 volt charging, the slowest is by a standard 120V household plug that delivers a full charge in about two and a half days. miles per kilowatt-hour (kWh).

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Sneak Preview: 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD

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The grille, now closed-off as air flow to a radiator is not needed, has an attractive grid pattern with a hidden door on the right front where the charge cord is plugged-in. Both GV70s share the same platform that was specifically designed for a gasoline engine and electric motors. Power and Powering-Up. Welcoming Interior.

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DOE ARPA-E awards $156M to projects to 60 projects to accelerate innovation in clean energy technologies

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The Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) has selected 60 research projects for up to a combined $156 million in funding from the Fiscal Year 2011 budget. Prior to today, ARPA-E has awarded $365.7 million in funds to approximately 120 energy projects within seven program areas. million in awards at ARPA-E.

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