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Lucid Motors says Lucid Air to be the fastest charging EV yet; 900V+ architecture, up to 20 miles/minute charging

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Lucid Motors announced the Lucid Air will be the fastest charging electric vehicle yet offered with the capability to charge at rates of up to 20 miles per minute. For owners charging their Lucid Air in real-world conditions on the road, that can translate into 300 miles of range in just 20 minutes of charging.

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Wärtsilä installs first hybrid energy storage solution on LNG-fueled offshore supply ship

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The new energy storage solution will improve engine efficiency, generate fuel savings and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. There is significant potential to save fuel through improved engine efficiency, as the operating profile of supply vessels is highly variable.

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Wärtsilä providing HY hybrid modules for Swedish port tug; first vessel operating with Wärtsilä HY solution

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It will be capable of operating on battery power when in transit. These include ship assist with a bollard pull of up to 55 tons, or 90 tons on two main engines in diesel-mechanical mode. —Giulio Tirelli, Director, Marine Engineering, Wärtsilä Marine Solutions.

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EVs & Camping: How Well They Go Along ?

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Quiet and Peaceful EVs are known for their quiet operation, allowing you to experience the tranquillity of nature without the noise pollution of a traditional combustion engine. Sometimes your engine noise might be irritating for your fellow campers on the campsite. It is best to make sure your EV is fully charged before your journey.

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Kia launching new diesel 48V mild-hybrid powertrain in 2018 on Sportage; more models to come

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The new “EcoDynamics+” powertrain supplements acceleration with electric power from an additional 48-volt battery and extends combustion engine ‘off time’ using a new Mild-Hybrid Starter-Generator unit. Battery power can also be used to provide a new Moving Stop & Start function.

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Sion Li-S battery pack powers electric UAV on 11-day flight

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Sion Power announced that its proprietary lithium sulfur (Li-S) batteries played a critical role in the Airbus Defence and Space Zephyr 7 prototype High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) aircraft completing a southern hemisphere winter weather flight of more than 11 days duration controlled by satellite communications.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review: Plug-in SUV saves money, comes at a cost

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litre combustion petrol engine allied with twin electric motors, a 20kWh lithium-ion battery pack and all-wheel-drive. Home charging a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire. It optimises electric and petrol-electric hybrid drive depending on torque demand and the battery state of charge. Is it good value?

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