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Peugeots Diesel 3008 Hybrid4

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A selection knob on the center console enables the driver to choose between four different operating modes: “Auto” mode: the electronics automatically control the entire system, including transitions between the HDi diesel engine and the electric motor. High-voltage NiMH battery pack. Sanyo is the provider of the NiMH batteries.

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ARPA-E awarding $36M to 22 projects in RANGE program for transformative EV storage

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Long-Life Rechargeable Alkaline Battery for EVs. Rare-Earth Free NiMH Alloy for EV Batteries. BASF will develop metal hydride alloys using new, low cost metals for use in high-energy nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. If successful, EnZinc’s zinc-air technology could reduce electric vehicle battery cost by more than half.

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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As promised ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled the Sonata Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. Sonata’s hybrid system stores its electrical charge in a 34 kW lithium polymer rechargeable battery (5.3Ah/270V) from LG Chem. The Sonata Hybrid system. Click to enlarge. System net power [hp]. Hybrid system. Power split.

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VW Chief Executive Says Company Will Introduce EVs Based on the Up! New Small Family in 2013; Cautions Against Electro-Hype

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VW, Daimler subsidiary Daug and Varta developed a NimH battery in the early 90s, and the VW group put the Audi duo hybrid on the road in 1997. However, Winterkorn said, VW, and the German auto industry in general, abandoned the early advantage and work in electromobility. And the auto industry doesn’t hold back on announcements.

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Mixed Outlook for Mainstream Consumer Adoption of PHEVs

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Bubble chart of plausible mainstream PHEV buyers’ battery requirements (light and dark gray circles) and experts’s requirements overlaid on a Ragone plot of NiMH and Li-ion batteries. Market for PHEVs: Anticipating Consumer Awareness, Recharge Potential, Design Priorities and Energy Impacts ( UCD-ITS-RR-08-22 ) Ken Kurani.

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First discounts on new Goal Zero power stations, $500 off GoTRax Everest e-dirt bike, and more

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All three have been given fast-charging capabilities via a wall outlet, with the Yeti 300 recharging in 50 minutes, the Yeti 500 in 90 minutes, and the Yeti 700 in under 2 hours. All three can be hooked up to a solar panel with a max input level of 200W, with recharging ranging from 1.7 hours to 4 hours, depending on your model.

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Save $600 on Juiced RipRacer e-bike at $899, Snow Joe electric snow blower now $300, more

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It is joined by Snow Joe’s 24V 21-inch Electric Snow Blower for $300 , as well as a notable sale on a few Amazon Basics rechargeable battery packs, with the 12-pack of AAA batteries leading at $14. They can each be recharged up to 500 times, and offer a shelf-life of 2 years for everyday use.

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