The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 5, 2024

Lutz was a staunch supporter of GM’s plug-in hybrid of the time, the Cruze-based Volt. & And the batteries would definitely need charged often, as the VTRUX line was claimed to have around a 35-mile range on battery power. The trucks could power tools on a job site with standard 120- and 240-volt outlets.

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Silverado 2014 Gasoline-Electric PHEV 90

Cars That Think

MARCH 31, 2022

They reach out from their exhibit case to spark conversations with visitors: “I remember Grandma having a slide rule like that.” A 9-volt battery powered the Texas Instrument TMS0975NL integrated circuit and the eight-digit LED display. Objects that evoke resonance, on the other hand, are more relatable and more familiar.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 19, 2009

Two Toyota Prius hybrids have been converted with the Hymotion L5 Plug-in Conversion Module from A123Systems. The 5 kWh L5 pack, built with A123Systems’ nanophosphate Li-ion batteries, supports fuel economy of up to 100 mpg for 30-40 miles within the electrically assisted driving range.

Virginia 150

Virginia Plug-in Hybrid Plug 150

Cars That Think

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Fortunately, another technological revolution is well underway, in the automotive industry, which is being transformed by advances in power electronics, electric motors, and energy storage. It also converts AC back to DC, in order to store electrical energy in the battery.

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Hybrid Engine Commercial Power 99

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

The current 12-volt electrical system and, above all, the new 48-volt system offer many ways of making driving even sportier, more comfortable and more efficient. The Q7 e-tron quattro features a six-cylinder TDI engine and quattro drive that deliver 275 kW (373 hp) of system power and 700 N·m (516.3 Audi Q7 e-tron 3.0

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Audi PHEV Diesel Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 28, 2011

Proper design and architecture could lead to Mg-based batteries with energy densities of 400 - 1100 watt hour per kilogram (Wh/kg) for an open circuit voltage in the range of 0.8 - 2.1 volts, which would make it an attractive candidate for electrical grid energy storage and for stationary back-up energy, NETL says.

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Energy Storage Grid Energy Ni-Li 207

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

The electric motor draws its energy from a lithium-ion battery, which can be charged from a conventional 110 volt power outlet as well as a 220 volt electric vehicle charger, and sends its power to the front axle. lithium-ion battery powering the motor is centrally mounted underneath the floor of the vehicle.

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

EV Adoption

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

But GM also had the number 2 (Bolt EV – 23,297) and number 5 (Volt – 20,349) best-selling EVs. GM has been telling a great story the last 12 months and investing heavily in everything from factories – the Hamtramck conversion, Ultium Cells plant – to designing new EVs – Hummer, LYRIQ, and Bolt EUV.

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GM Market Cadillac Acura 116

Plug In Partners

AUGUST 4, 2006

Plug-in hybrid vehicles can be plugged into the electric grid – such as a normal 120 volt household outlet - to boost mileage. This will allow the vehicles to operate on emissions-free battery power, reducing the amount of fuel utilized and significantly decreasing the release of harmful pollutants, including greenhouse gases. . *

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New York Alternative Fuels PHEV Renewable 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Several after-market companies have done PHEV conversions of the Ford Escape hybrid and one has done a retrofit of the F-150 pickup -- see Where PHEVs Are and ICE-Conversions.) General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Newsweek ).

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Reply ↓ ↑ report 6 CaramelZappa 3:20AM (4/23/2009) Yea, you COULD convert a lotus for $10k but the conversion wouldnt be terribly satisfying. link] This guy has a very nice looking conversion, he managed to do it for about 25k. Not to mention the parts you most definitely could sell from the running gear. Its a Lotus.

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Dodge Circuit Dodge Electric Cars Chrysler 45

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Postal Service Minivan - Click above for high-res gallery Chrysler is celebrating Earth Day today by unveiling the first four of what will be a fleet of 250 battery-powered minivans for the U.S. Postal Service. The USPS will be using the vans for a variety of duties at locations around the country – including daily home delivery.

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Minivan Chrysler Dodge Circuit 2009 46

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

BYDs plug-in, called the F3DM (for "dual mode"), goes farther on a single charge - 62 miles - than other electric vehicles and sells for about $22,000, less than the plug-in Prius and much-hyped Chevy Volt are expected to cost when they hit the market in late 2010. Near the end of our conversation, I ask Wang about the company name.

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BYD 2009 Companies Electric Cars 62