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Mystery new tease could be incoming electric Alfa Romeo Tonale as Italian icon goes green

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When it arrives next year the Tonale is tipped to be Alfa Romeo’s first-ever EV, if you ignore the battery-powered version of the ultra-exclusive 33 Stradale supercar. Finally, an all-wheel powertrain could gift the Alfa Tonale up to 240kW and 509Nm, plus a 525km range courtesy of its 73kWh battery.

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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 system is controlled by an advanced Electronic Control Unit (ECU), which calculates the most efficient use of the available energy, and adjusts accordingly, taking into account the amount of charge remaining in the car’s batteries. Battery power can also be used to provide a new Moving Stop & Start function.

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EVs & Camping: How Well They Go Along ?

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Whether you’re cruising through scenic routes or setting up camp, the peaceful ambience of the great outdoors remains undisturbed when you are using an EV. #3. Charging an EV can be more affordable than refuelling an ICE car, saving you money during your camping adventures. Let us look at the considerations one by one. #1.

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Renault and Opel join the electric camper van party

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The recipe includes pure battery power, reasonable range, sleeping for two or four, and embarrassingly daft (sorry, fun lifestyley) model names. Not enough to take you deep into the wilds, but adding 170km through optimal charging – it’s able to DC recharge up to 80kW – should take only 30 minutes.

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Toyota: Prius PHEV Fuel Economy Not Yet Available

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They are very early “converted” prototypes using double nickel-metal hydride batteries. Most importantly, these vehicles are not representative of the lithium-ion battery-powered next-generation Prius PHVs that will be delivered to lease-fleet customers later this year.

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Personal: I Built the Ultimate Checklist for a Successful Road Trip

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Headlamps and other types of flashlights : If you’re going camping or need to do any driving at night, it’s imperative that you bring along some kind of light source , such as a headlamp or a flashlight. Insect Repellent : Mosquitoes and other insects can be a real pain, especially if you’re camping out in the wilderness.

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Tier 1 HELLA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for 48V mild hybrid vehicles

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Micro hybrid vehicles are traditional gasoline- or diesel-powered cars with automatic, battery-powered stop-start systems that shut off the engine while the vehicle is at rest and restart it upon re-engaging the gas pedal. Earlier post.).