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Final Drive: 2021 Polestar 1 PHEV

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The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 2021 Polestar 1 is powered by a 2.0-liter, The three liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery stacks, with a total capacity of 34 kilowatt-hours (kWh), are charged through regenerative braking that converts kinetic energy into electricity when slowing or coasting, and by plugging in. Carbon Fiber Exterior.

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Audi presents A6 L e-tron PHEV concept at Auto China in Beijing

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The A6 L e-tron PHEV concept. Audi says that with its first e-tron technology study in the luxury class, it is showing what a locally produced New Energy Vehicle from Audi might look like. The liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery is located in a collision-protected space at the rear of the vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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Mercedes-Benz fuel cell SUV PHEV in production; first units of GLC F-CELL to be delivered by end of October

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Compared with the B-Class F-CELL, on the market since 2010 (fuel consumption: 0.97 The large lithium-ion battery delivers up to 51 km (32 miles) of range in the NEDC. Two carbon-fibre-encased tanks built into the vehicle floor hold 4.4 consumption 0.34 kWh/100 km) into series production. Earlier post.) kg of hydrogen.

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US DOE awards more than $175M to 40 projects for advanced vehicle research and development

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This project will investigate the use of ionic liquids as a new class of multi-functional (anti-wear and friction modifier) lubricant additives to allow the use of lower viscosity engine oils, to improve engine efficiency. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy.

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Audi provides overview of its 4 distinct EV platforms

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In the US, Audi has already introduced five production models: the Audi Q5 TFSI e, A7 TFSI e and A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) as well as the e-tron all-electric SUV and upcoming e-tron Sportback. Globally, by 2025, Audi is aiming to have 30 electrified models on sale, with 20 of those vehicles fully electric.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The lithium-ion battery comprises 168 prismatic cells and is liquid-cooled. The Q7 PHEV will arrive in dealerships in Germany in 2016, and will likely come to the US, although perhaps with a gasoline-engine variant. Its emphasis is on lithium-ion battery systems, which are put together using a flexible, modular concept.

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber. AOI 2: Lightweighting Materials. Subtopics include: Low-Cost Development of Magnesium.

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