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INFINITI says new gasoline-generated EV system (Nissan e-POWER) central to electrification strategy

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These include fully-electric systems, as well as a gasoline-generated EV system (known as e-POWER at Nissan, earlier post ) in which a gasoline engine generates electrical power stored in a battery (series hybrid), which can then be delivered to all four wheels through a pair of high-output electric motors. kWh depending on model.

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ACEEE ranks i-MiEV as “Greenest” car in US, Civic Natural Gas ties for second with LEAF

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Mitsubishi’s i-MIEV battery electric vehicle took the top spot from the Honda Civic Natural Gas on the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy’s (ACEEE) 14 th annual environmental ranking. The natural gas Civic had held first place for 8 years running. Honda Civic Natural Gas. ACEEE 2012 “Greenest” Rankings.

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Nissan to launch 23 new electric models, 15 new EVs by 2030

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In the world of global automotive development, companies that have long relied on gas-powered motors are announcing new plans to transition to electrification on a nearly daily basis. ” Building an effective electric fleet goes well beyond putting battery packs in newly-designed vehicles.

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Kia shows Forte LPG Hybrid Concept at SEMA

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liter four-cylinder engine fueled by liquefied petroleum gas (propane) and lithium polymer battery with accentuated design characteristics, including body panel enhancements and a lowered stance. On the inside, interior panel treatments feature custom enhancements, while a 1200 watt Infinity audio system will entertain passengers.

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Nissan to begin production of Pathfinder hybrid in Russia; importance of Russian market

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liter gasoline engine and an electric motor paired with a compact Li-ion battery. The 15 kW electric motor and gas engine work in tandem to provide performance similar to the conventional Pathfinder. For the hybrid version, Pathfinder’s standard 3.5-liter liter V6 is replaced by a new supercharged 2.5-liter

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Oversold Lithium could be about to rally

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The commodities market endured yet another annus horribilis , with just four commodities—natural gas, uranium, cocoa and wheat—recording any uptick at all. Source: Infinity Lithium company presentation. It’s been a decade of lows for commodities after posting 7 declines in 11 years, but we’ve seriously underestimated lithium.

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Hyundai introduces US market version of Kona Electric at New York show; 250-mile range

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The Kona Electric powertrain employs a high-efficiency 150 kW (201 horsepower) permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor supplied by a high-voltage 64 kWh lithium-ion battery. The battery system is liquid-cooled and operates at 356 volts. Battery pack energy density is 141.3 Battery pack energy density is 141.3

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