Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2017

ElectriPlast recently fulfilled an initial order for a separate Tier 1 for a different global auto platform. Two million electric vehicles were on the road globally in 2016; that number is estimated to be as high as 70 million by 2025.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2012

Audi is presenting the Audi A6 L e-tron concept at Auto China 2012 in Beijing. In designing car bodies, developers will intelligently use new combinations of materials, including carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). The A6 L e-tron PHEV concept. Click to enlarge. The first product will be the A3 e-tron in 2014.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 18, 2024

Joint R&D includes carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) parts. While many rivals push back EV plans, Hyundai’s US boss says the company is “all in” on electric cars. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. Hyundai said the new materials partnership plays a “key role in the Group’s future mobility strategy.”

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Baua Electric

APRIL 18, 2024

Joint R&D includes carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) parts. While many rivals push back EV plans, Hyundai’s US boss says the company is “all in” on electric cars. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. Hyundai said the new materials partnership plays a “key role in the Group’s future mobility strategy.”

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2011

Evonik, three other industrial partners (Johnson Controls GmbH, Jacob plastics GmbH and Toho Tenax Europe GmbH) and the University of Aachen (Institute for textile technology [ITA] and Automotive Institute [IKA]) are developing a novel lightweight construction concept for auto bodies that partially replaces both steel and lightweight metals.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2011

For the first time at the event, Evonik Industries will demonstrate a wide range of applications for cars at the 14 th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2011) from April 21 to 28 in Shanghai, China. China’s overall auto sales rose 32.4% million units in 2010.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Hyundai introduced its refreshed IONIQ car lineup in a North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. IONIQ Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid and Electric cars all receive refreshed exterior and interior designs, added infotainment technology and new Hyundai SmartSense active safety features and driving assistance systems.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2022

The all-new Kia Niro CUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. kWh lithium-ion polymer battery in under three hours. Intelligent regenerative braking enables a variety of regeneration levels to easily slow the car and recuperate kinetic energy to maximize driving range. The Niro PHEV pairs the 1.6-liter

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 30, 2012

There is significant potential for the expansion of bio-based automotive parts and components manufacturing in the US Great Lakes region, according to a newly-released study conducted by the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), a nonprofit research organization based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Bio-based materials background. Commercialization.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

Kia Motors Corporation premiered the hybrid version of its new Optima sedan ( earlier post ) at the Los Angeles Auto Show. As vehicle speed rises, the Hybrid Starter motor/Generator (HSG) starts the gasoline engine and the clutch is closed, allowing the engine to take over the task of propelling the car. Kia Optima Hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 18, 2020

The 2021 Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions, including a Sensuous Sportiness design identity, hybrid-electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. These minor changes dramatically changed the shape of the car but had limited impact on cabin space. We’ve sold more than 3.4

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2012

However, they noted, there are also many challenges associated with the use of biobased parts in the auto industry. In 2007, Mazda announced the development of a new fabric made entirely from plant fibers to be used for seat covers and door trim in the Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid car.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 9, 2024

But now it says it will rely heavily on hydrogen fuel cells generated from plastic, food, and organic waste to power a whole new generation of EVs, from passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks. Rather than plugging in the vehicle as you would for a battery-electric car, hydrogen fuel cells rely on compressed hydrogen.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2013

More details about the Soul EV’s powertrain, range/MPGe, packaging and go-to-market strategy will be announced at an upcoming major US auto show. The Soul is one of KMA’s best-selling vehicles; an all-electric variant is a natural extension of the Soul’s urban-friendly place in the brand’s lineup, the company said.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2019

As of its launch in 2016, IONIQ was the world’s first car planned from the start to offer three electrified powertrains: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric. PS (32 kW) with maximum torque of 170 N·m, powered by a lithium-ion-polymer battery with 1.56 kWh lithium-ion-polymer battery. New Hyundai IONIQ Electric.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 4, 2024

Gore & Associates (Gore) have today signed an agreement at the Mabuk Eco-Friendly R&D Center, Korea, to collaborate on the development of advanced polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) for hydrogen fuel cell systems. Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Corporation and US-based W.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2017

The new Kia Stinger fastback sports sedan makes its European premiere, alongside the all-new Kia Picanto city car, which makes its global debut. kWh high-capacity lithium-polymer battery pack. An optional Towing Pack—rare amongst cars in the hybrid class—allows owners to tow braked loads of up to 1,300 kg.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 16, 2024

Currently, Blue Solutions produces solid-state batteries for Daimler electric buses, but the deal should help the company adapt the technology for passenger cars. If you’re an electric vehicle owner, charge up your car at home with rooftop solar panels. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. Get started here.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Hyundai introduced its all-new 2011 Sonata at the Los Angeles Auto Show, marking the North American debut of the latest version of the midsize sedan. liter Hybrid Blue Drive model featuring Hyundai’s lithium polymer battery pack. Details about these powertrains will be announced at the 2010 New York Auto Show.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

Ford works closely with the Ontario government-funded project, which is seeking to advance the use of more plant-based materials in the auto and agricultural industries. Tags: Bio-polymers Materials Sustainability. The wheat straw-reinforced resin is the BioCar Initiative’s first production-ready application. Duratec engine.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Tata Toyo has adopted DuPont Zytel PLUS nylon ( earlier post ) for three hot- and cold-side charge air coolers used on four vehicles of a major Indian auto OEM across passenger car, UV (Utility Vehicle) and LCV (Light Commercial Vehicle) segment. —Patrick Ferronato, director of automotive, DuPont Performance Polymers.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

As promised ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled the Sonata Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. liter Theta II engine (169 hp/126 kW at 6,000 rpm and 156 lb-ft/212 N·m of torque at 4,500 rpm); a 6-speed automatic transmission; a 30 kW (151 lb-ft/205 N·m) electric motor; and a lithium-polymer battery pack. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2009

A Michigan State University (MSU) researcher and his students have developed a nanomaterial—xGnP Exfoliated Graphite NanoPlatelets—that makes plastic stiffer, lighter and stronger and could result in more fuel-efficient airplanes and cars as well as more durable medical and sports equipment and enhanced energy storage systems. Lawrence Drzal.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 16, 2024

N stop The Hyundai sub-brand of high-performance cars gets the N moniker. Hyundai N vehicles are aimed at performance enthusiasts wanting a street-legal car they can take to the limit on and off the track. Front: 258 lb. A very useful feature on the Ioniq 5 is one pedal and i-Pedal driving.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2009

Hyundai introduced its Nuvis concept crossover vehicle at the New York International Auto Show. Ah, 270V Li-ion polymer battery pack. Earlier post.). Hyundai’s proprietary parallel hybrid drive system mates the 2.4-liter liter Theta II gasoline engine to a 6-speed automatic transmission and a 30 kW (205 Nm) electric motor.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 4, 2010

Hyundai Motor America, currently the leading fuel economy auto manufacturer in the US according to EPA ratings, plans to achieve a corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) rating of at least 50 (mpg) by 2025 for its lineup of passenger cars and light duty trucks. The Sonata Hybrid incorporates a lithium polymer battery.

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Baua Electric

MAY 15, 2023

It’s a well-worn trail for battery startups suffering to fulfill the rigorous, years-long qualification procedure required to turn out to be an auto provider. Cast-state batteries change the traditional liquid electrolyte and the separator, which might be each flammable, with a stable separator made from ceramic, glass or polymers.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the Trail’ster e-AWD concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. The Trail’ster, based on Kia’s Soul urban passenger vehicle, is primarily powered by a 1.6-liter liter gasoline Soul. The Trail’ster’s electric propulsion system draws energy from a 1.2 Under normal driving, the rear electric motor assists the 1.6-liter

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2010

on a mid-sized car—plastics can replace steel in different applications such as battery housings, an approach that is already being taken with some auto manufacturers. Noryl resin is an amorphous polymer that can maintain its stiffness across a broad temperature range.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 8, 2015

Geely Auto has invested significant resources in the development and promotion of methanol-fueled engines and vehicles over a long period and has already made progress with this technology in China. Geely’s Englon SC7 sedan was the first methanol-fueled car to receive approval from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 25, 2009

The ISG (Idle Stop and Go) features an auto start-stop system for enhanced fuel efficiency and is a first for a Korean car. The Forte LPI hybrid car runs on both Liquefied Petroleum Gas—a popular fuel in Korea—and electricity. The Forte LPI hybrid uses lithium polymer batteries from LG Chem. Equipped with a 1.6

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2010

For example, the European Ford Focus uses recycled polymer in such components as the battery tray, wheel arch liners, seat fabric and carpets. Materials engineers are in the process of determining if recycled polymer can be used for similar components in the global Focus coming to North America and Europe in 2011.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

Hyundai will stage the world debut of the ix-Metro—a new hybrid-electric CUV concept for the European sub-B segment which promises CO 2 emissions of 80 g/km—at the upcoming Frankfurt Auto Show. liter gasoline engine.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

I like to get drive impressions from my wife for some of the cars I review. After driving the 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance AWD for about 40 miles, she emphatically said this is the car she wants. Starting in 2025 they will have no new internal combustion engine models, then by 2030 will only sell battery-powered cars and SUVs.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

The Chevrolet Volt isn’t the only range extended car on its way – now Capstone Turbine Corporation will introduce its own prototype at the LA Auto Show.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

system does not just deactivate the engine when the car is stationary at a red light; it already deactivates the engine at speeds below 7 km/h (4.4 In this area, Volkswagen has just adapted a sandwich construction method—two steel cover layers and a middle polymer-thermoplastic layer—from low-volume to high-volume production.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2022

By 2025 it will come out with no new internal combustion engine (ICE) models, then by 2030 will only sell electric cars and SUVs. kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery will replenish from 10-to-100% charge in under 7.25 As is to be expected on a luxury car, the G80 has power everything. Genesis adds an electric sedan.

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