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DECEMBER 13, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual Automotive Trends Report , which shows that model year (MY) 2021 vehicle fuel economy remained at a record high—but flat with MY 2020 fuel economy—while CO 2 emission levels reached a new record low. Estimated real-world fuel economy and CO 2 emissions.

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MARCH 17, 2021

Hyundai is adding Plug-in Hybrid and N Line models to its 2022 Tucson line-up. Tucson N Line and Plug-in Hybrid SUV models will be produced in Ulsan, Korea and be available spring and summer, respectively. Hyundai had already announced a hybrid version of the 2022 Tucson. 2022 Tucson Plug-in Hybrid.

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JULY 20, 2021

Bipolar nickel-hydrogen batteries. The all-new Aqua is the first vehicle to use a high-output bipolar nickel-hydrogen battery as an electric drive battery. Compared to non-bipolar nickel-hydrogen batteries, bipolar versions consist of fewer current collectors and other parts, enabling them to be made more compact.

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JANUARY 5, 2021

BNSF Railway Company and Wabtec began testing battery-electric locomotive technology in revenue service between Barstow and Stockton, California. As BNSF seeks ways to further reduce its environmental impact, the advancement of battery technology offers some possible solutions. —Alan Hamilton, Wabtec vice president, Engineering.

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MARCH 22, 2023

On this basis, and of Pareto efficiency, Emissions Analytics argues, until battery-electric vehicles can reach certain performance characteristics, government and industry support should switch immediately from EVs to full hybrids to create maximum welfare. By switching to FHEVs we can create a ‘no harm’ intervention, unlike BEVs.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

The 2023 Toyota Crown for the US market is coming with standard AWD and the choice of two electrified powertrains: the standard Toyota Hybrid System (THS) or Hybrid MAX. Hybrid MAX is Toyota’s all-new performance hybrid that puts out a manufacturer estimated 340 net horsepower and a net 400 lb-ft of torque. liter engine.

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JULY 16, 2020

With the refresh for 2021 Camry models, Toyota is introducing the first XSE Hybrid grade, combining the Camry’s most fuel-efficient powertrain with its highest expression of the sport and luxury blend. 2021 Camry XSE Hybrid. Four hybrid grades – LE, XLE, SE, XSE (new). Toyota Hybrid System. Five 4-cyl.

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AUGUST 25, 2021

SAE International has released J2464: Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicle Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS) Safety and Abuse Testing , a revised recommended practice for establishing safe battery systems. —Bob Galyen, chair of the SAE Vehicle Battery Standards Steering Committee.

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APRIL 17, 2021

The Volkswagen Group Components plant in Braunschweig is significantly expanding its production of battery systems for the latest electric vehicle generation. Following the first expansion stage with a maximum capacity of 250,000 battery systems, the second expansion stage has started up with the same capacity.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America. The Sonata Hybrid is equipped with a Smartstream G2.0

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Under the terms of the agreement, XL Fleet and Curbtender will jointly develop a series of battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial trucks for use in waste management applications. XL Fleet Corp. Curbtender Quantum. The Quantum is the US Waste Industry’s #1 selling small rear loader.

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JULY 19, 2013

achieved fuel economy of 36.4 l/100 km) over the JC08 cycle on the new Fit Hybrid—a 35% improvement over the preceding model and the highest among all hybrid models (excluding plug-in hybrids) in Japan, according to Honda research. Sport Hybrid i-DCD. Honda Motor Co., mpg US, 2.7 Earlier post.)

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APRIL 6, 2017

Improving battery power to such as level would further enable hybridization to near-HEV levels as well as engine downsizing, thereby enabling fuel economy improvements beyond the current 10-15% MHEV limit. The BISG is connected to a 48 V (nominal battery) and also typically to a 12V powernet via a DC/DC convertor.

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JULY 7, 2018

Honda’s latest addition to its PCX series of scooters is the PCX HYBRID, the world’s first mass-produced motorized scooter (125cc or less) equipped with a motorcycle hybrid system. The PCX HYBRID’s idling stop system has a shorter start time than the PCX, and contributes to quietness while stationary and improved fuel economy.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The all-new Honda Jazz features efficient and responsive performance delivered by e:HEV hybrid technology as standard. For the first time, the Jazz will be sold exclusively across Europe with an advanced hybrid powertrain. The hybrid system produces CO 2 emissions from 102 g/km (WLTP) and fuel economy of 4.5

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JUNE 9, 2020

The new Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid, with a fourth-generation technology system, offers a best-in-class EPA-estimated economy rating of 100 MPGe combined and an EPA-estimated 37 miles of all-electric driving range. The Escape Plug-In Hybrid starts under $35,000 MSRP. Escape Plug-In Hybrid’s liquid-cooled, 14.4

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APRIL 23, 2018

liter Dynamic Force ( earlier post ) four-cylinder Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) with 650V electric motor (A25A-FXS) and Continuously-Variable Transmission (CVT). Avalon HV continues to be the only full hybrid vehicle in the segment. The four-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine is mated to an all-new Toyota Hybrid System II powertrain.

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MARCH 18, 2020

Hyundai officially launched its all-new 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid in West Hollywood, CA. The 2021 Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions, including a Sensuous Sportiness design identity, hybrid-electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Elantra Hybrid.

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MARCH 27, 2013

2014 Pathfinder Hybrid. Nissan introduced the 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. The new hybrid—which uses Nissan’s new FF hybrid system ( earlier post )—will be available in three fully equipped trim levels when it joins the lineup in late summer 2013. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy results Source: NREL. The NREL team collected and analyzed in-service fuel economy, maintenance, and other vehicle performance data on 11 hybrid (P100H) and 11 conventional diesel (P100D) step vans operated by the United Parcel Service (UPS) in Minneapolis. Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 26, 2022

Oshkosh Defense, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, unveiled the first silent drive hybrid-electric Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV), the eJLTV. The eJLTV charges the battery while in use, fully recharging the lithium-ion battery within 30 minutes. —John Bryant.

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AUGUST 27, 2021

is now offering its hybrid electric drive system for Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy duty pickup trucks. XL Fleet’s newest product represents the fourth OEM platform on which its electrification systems are compatible, which also includes hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric drive solutions for Ford, General Motors and Isuzu fleet vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The fresh pipeline of new SUV products will include new and refined internal combustion, hybrid, plug-in, BEV and N performance models. Tucson gasoline and hybrid models will begin availability for the US market in spring 2021, with plug-in models available in summer 2021. Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Powertrains.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Cadillac is upgrading the XT5 and XT6 SUV lineups in China with a 48V mild hybrid system for improved fuel economy and better driving performance. The 48V mild hybrid technology includes a 48V motor, power battery, power management module and hybrid control unit. liters/100 kilometers (33.6

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

A Primer on Hybrid Battery Care This article may contain affiliate links. When the first gasoline-electric hybrids vehicles began arriving in 1999 and 2000, early adopters did their research and were quite knowledgeable about the then-new and revolutionary transportation mode. Here’s a brief overview.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Roy Hill , the largest single iron ore mine in Australia, has purchased Wabtec’s FLXdrive battery-electric locomotive, the world’s first 100% battery-electric, heavy-haul locomotive ( earlier post ) for the region and the mining industry. —Gerhard Veldsman, CEO of Roy Hill. It is an upgrade from the 2.4-MWh Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Galaxy light electric concept At the launch ceremony, Geely Auto also unveiled a number of new electrified technologies including the new Aegis battery safety system, NordThor Hybrid 8848 powertrain, and latest smart vehicle operating system Galaxy N-OS. Pure electric battery range will be announced in due course.

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OCTOBER 16, 2021

MOBIUS will use the funds to scale-up battery module production to support electric aircraft customers through a subscription model including maintenance and salvage services. MOBIUS’ standard product—the Husky 2P45e module—can power many different types of electric aircrafts: all-electric, hybrid-electric, VTOL, CTOL, and others.

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MARCH 5, 2022

They also found that the benefits of electrification remain significant with increased battery size, reduced BEV lifetime, and across a variety of drive cycles and decarbonization scenarios. For battery-electric vehicles and internal-combustion-engine vehicles, the breakeven time is 1.2 Woody et al. years for sedans, 1.4

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OCTOBER 25, 2022

The Ford Escape Hybrid takes a sportier-looking turn. GM has recalled the Hummer EV over battery-pack sealing. And the Avalon’s all-hybrid, all-wheel-drive replacement gets pricing and fuel economy numbers. Rivian is getting U.S.-built built motors. This and more, here at.

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MAY 29, 2014

Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km), tying the smaller Honda Civic Hybrid and falling below the top-performing and smaller Toyota Prius hatchback by only 4 mpg. Earlier post.).

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MAY 8, 2024

Hyundai Motor reportedly plans on using preexisting investments slated for its new EV facility in Georgia to pivot toward hybrid vehicles, as all-electric models haven’t seen the kind of adoption rates that would warrant an entire factory — let alone the plant that will become its largest outside of South Korea.

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APRIL 8, 2019

liter CRDi 48V diesel powertrain introduced in the New Tucson in 2018, Hyundai Motor has now combined its efficient and responsive 48V mild hybrid technology with the 100 kW/136-PS 1.6-liter The technology comprises a 48-volt battery, a Mild Hybrid Starter Generator (MHSG) and LDC converter (Low Voltage DC/DC).

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota is introducing the Corolla Hybrid to the US market at the LA Auto Show. The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected). suite of active safety systems comes standard on the hybrid. The new hybrid system combines a 1.8-liter

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JULY 16, 2022

Toyota will bring the Crown to the US in three grades—XLE, Limited and Platinum—with the choice of two different hybrid powertrains: HYBRID MAX (exclusive to Platinum) or the fourth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS). liter Hybrid Model). HYBRID MAX combines a 2.4-liter 2023 Toyota Crown Platinum.

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MARCH 25, 2015

GM will introduce a strong hybrid version of the next-generation Malibu. Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Lithium-Ion Battery System, 1.8L

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai introduced the Hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. Sonata Hybrid will be built at Hyundai’s Asan, South Korea assembly plant and will go on sale early this summer.

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