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2026 Ineos Fusilier showcases rugged 4WD tech with full electric drivetrain – and it’s designed to get seriously dirty

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READ MORE: Why electric cars will be more capable off-road The Fusilier will also have the option of a range-extender hybrid system that uses electric motors to drive the wheels and a small petrol engine as an onboard generator. It’ll no doubt offer better performance than the BMW-sourced six-cylinder engines in the Grenadier.

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Magna begins production of modular eDecoupling unit to support multiple BEV programs

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Due to the compact design of the unit, we’ve successfully minimized added package space and weight in both axial and radial direction, which has helped ensure that it can be scalable for use across electric and hybrid vehicles from B segment up to SUVs and LCVs.

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Borgward BX7 plug-in hybrid SUV wins Plus X Awards

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German automaker Borgward received Plus X Awards for its BX7 plug-in hybrid series SUV in the categories of Design, High Quality, Ergonomics, and Functionality. Equipped with an innovative AWD system, the plug-in hybrid drive systems has a combined maximum output of 190 kW (105 kW combustion engine + 85 kW traction motor.).

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ElringKlinger and VDL to partner on fuel cells

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Another cooperation partner is ElringKlinger Fuelcell Systems Austria GmbH (EKAT), which has expertise within the area of complete fuel cell systems. These will be used in mobile and stationary applications such as gensets, hybrid vehicles or vehicles with range extender. Earlier post.).

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BMW eDrive Zone function now available in several PHEV models in Europe

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BMW eDrive Zones trigger an automatic shift to all-electric operating mode as soon as the vehicle enters a designated area, such as a low emission zone. BMW eDrive Zones are now available in various BMW plug-in hybrid models. BMW eDrive Zones test vehicle automatically switches into electric driving mode.

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VW brings Golf GTE Sport Concept plug-in hybrid to LA Auto Show

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will show the Golf GTE Sport concept plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) for the first time in North America at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Unveiled at the annual Wörthersee festival in Austria earlier this year, the concept features a carbon fiber body and a three power unit, all-wheel drive system.

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Hyundai and Kia select Infineon HybridPACK 1 power module for current hybrid vehicle generations

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Infineon Technologies AG announced that Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation have selected Infineon as supplier of power modules for their current hybrid car generations, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Kia Optima. The HybridPACK 1 is a power module designed for mild hybrid applications for a power range up to 30 kW.

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