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BMW presenting three new PHEV 3-Series models, two new 48V MHEV M diesels at Geneva show

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At the upcoming 2020 Geneva International Motor Show, BMW will present three new plug-in hybrid models for the premium mid-range—all in the 3 Series. The powerful drive of the new BMW M automobiles is combined with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, model-specific suspension technology and intelligent all-wheel drive.

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Porsche Project X, Ford Mustang GT3: Automobile Information Headlines

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The automobile appears each trendy and unfashionable on the similar month, and month it’s unmistakably a Porsche, it additionally pushes the logo’s design language in a unutilized a route. Ford has observable a Mustang race automobile evolved alongside GT3 specs and that includes a unutilized 5.4-liter

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Tesla Style S ‘Ring report, Lexus LBX: Automobile Information Headlines

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Video presentations all the run, which was once carried out utmost presen via the “Tesla Plaid racing team.” You’ll to find those tales and extra in these days’s automobile information, proper right here at Motor Authority. Lexus has expanded its lineup with a fresh access within the subcompact branch.

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Chengdu Auto Display: JAC QX PHEV begins receiving aimless orders

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As introduced previous, JAC Motor opened aimless orders for the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model of its QX SUV. QX, this is all set to begin deliveries in September, used to be a part of Sehol logo, which worn to be a fix challenge between Volkswagen and JAC Motors till the German automobile maker pulled out. The orders are to be had for 9.9-999

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Fraunhofer, KIT study finds CO2 mitigation potential of higher-range PHEVs greater than expected

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In an open-access paper published in Scientific Reports , a team from Fraunhofer ISI and KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) has presented the first systematic overview of empirical findings on the electrification of vehicle mileage based on on actual PHEV (plug-in hybrid) and BEV (battery-electric vehicle) usage for the US and Germany.

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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) Chrysler Brand will launch two plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) over the next several years, said Al Gardner, President and CEO of the Chrysler Brand, during the FCA Investor Day presentations at Auburn Hills, Mi. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements.

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BMW exploring heat pumps and infrared for BEV and PHEV cabin heating systems

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In battery electric vehicles (BEVs) or automobiles using plug-in hybrid technology (PHEVs), the Efficient Dynamics strategy is aimed primarily at increasing the electric range. Through the use of heat pumps in BEVs and PHEVs, about 50% of the energy needed to heat the interior can be saved, BMW says.

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