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Volkswagen introduces new Coasting 2.0 micro hybrid system and new natural gas engine at Vienna Motor Symposium

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Volkswagen is also highlighting its spectrum of efficiency and electrification solutions all the way to further optimized battery-powered propulsion as in the new e-Golf and the coming new MEB-based electric vehicles exemplified by its series of I.D. seconds and its top speed has gone up by 10 km/h to 150 km/h (93 mph).

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Are You Plugged In?

Revenge of the Electric Car

Plug-in hybrids differ from hybrids on the road today in that they can go longer distances on battery power and can be recharged via electrical outlets. Which electric-car developer counts former U. Match the auto maker with its electric car: A. Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson as an investor? Bright Automotive.

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Electric dirt bikes buyer’s guide and best models

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Electric dirt bikes: Pros and cons. When shopping for electric dirt bikes, there are several advantages and disadvantages you have to weigh. Some may find the shortcomings of battery-powered dirt bikes deal-breakers, while others will fall in love with these green machines. The electric dirt bike weighs about 137 lbs. (62

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Mercedes-Benz Vans reveals SUSTAINEER electric van technology demonstrator for sustainable urban mobility

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The fully electric van—based on the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter—combines a variety of innovative solutions designed to improve the quality of life in cities; to conserve resources and protect the climate; and to better the health and safety of the driver and other road users.

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Volkswagen Group shows 3 hydrogen fuel cell concepts at LA Show: Audi A7 Sportback h-tron; Golf Sportwagen HyMotion; Passat HyMotion

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kWh Li-ion battery in the h-tron is adopted from the Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid. Both the front and rear axles have no mechanical connections for the transmission of power. On battery power, the Audi A7 Sportback h-tron quattro covers as much as 50 kilometers (31.1 Hydrogen fuel cell system. Bottom left.

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Lotus to Introduce Plug-in Series Hybrid Evora 414E Performance Concept at Geneva

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The 414E Hybrid accelerates from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in less than 4 seconds. A Lithium Polymer battery pack provides 17 kWh of energy storage capacity. The battery pack is optimized for energy density, efficiency and high power demand, with more than 100 kW discharge capability. A conventional Evora. Click to enlarge.

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Daimler buys stake in Tesla

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Later this year the smart assembly plant in Hambach, France, will start production of up to 1,000 units of the second-generation smart fortwo with electric drive, which will initially be used for mobility projects such as e-mobility Berlin or e-mobility Italy. In 2010 the company will introduce its first battery-powered Mercedes-Benz.

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