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Ford and Webasto unveil ultra-high-performance battery electric Mustang fastback prototype

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With more than 1,000 ft-lbs of torque and more than 900 hp instantaneously available, this Mustang amps muscle car performance to a new level and helps gauge the level of interest the next wave of performance customers have in lightning-quick performance that only fully electric powertrains can deliver. inch touchscreen display.

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Audi provides overview of its 4 distinct EV platforms

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The electrical system in the e-tron GT concept car runs at 800 volts, whereas most modern EVs currently operate at a capacity of 400 volts or less. The body and roof of the e-tron GT are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), and the car uses the same multi-material construction philosophy as other Audi vehicles like the A8.

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News: Dodge Reveals Charger Daytona SRT EV Concept

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Dodge did not provide details on the powertrain but did say it was based on the 800-volt system, which they have named Banshee. Carbon-fiber intakes on the front and rear lower fascias assist with aerodynamic performance, as does the sculpted hood. Pricing and Availability. No more stealth moves. The interior, with a 12.3-inch

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SLS AMG E-CELL electric super sportscar slated for production in 2013

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The 400-volt battery is charged using targeted recuperation during braking. The braking system on the prototype features AMG ceramic two-piece brakes, available as an optional extra on the series production model. inches at the rear and are made of carbon fiber reinforced ceramic composite material connected to aluminum hubs.

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A closer look at Audi’s new R8 e-tron EV and battery

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Available for order this year upon customer request, the new R8 e-tron uses a newly developed high energy density Li-ion technology optimized for a purely electric vehicle drive. Its exterior skin, painted in Magnetic Blue, combines body parts made of aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP), such as the front and rear lids.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer. The Porsche Speed Charging Station (DC) is available as an optional extra. Electric power is thus available even with several very fast laps.

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Audi unveils h-tron quattro fuel cell SUV concept at Detroit; MLB evo platform

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Depending on the load point, the stack operates in the range of 220 to 280 volts. The storage battery operates over the range of 220 to 460 volts—a 3-way DC/DC converter in the engine compartment equalizes the difference compared with the fuel cell’s voltage level. All available sensor information is processed by the zFAS.

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