Baua Electric

APRIL 17, 2024

Lucid adds a heat pump and subtracts charging time for its range-leading Air electric sedan. Mercedes-Benz might not see what Ram sees in a plug-in range-extended vehicle. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. And why is each EV still losing thousands to full-line automakers?

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2013

Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. gasoline-powered range-extender generator. Earlier post.) V-6 in the SRX. The 2012 Chevrolet Volt produces 273 lb-ft/370 N·m.). Powertrain.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2011

Roland Matthé, GM technical manager for the Voltec battery system, provided an overview of GM’s views on the requirements and challenges for batteries specifically for extended range electric vehicles—i.e., Tahoe two-mode) Plug-in hybrid (announced) EREV. Pure battery-electric range. Mild Hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2013

2012 US sales of plug-in vehicles by major OEMs. GM was the US sales leader among the major OEMs for plug-in vehicles in December, and for 2012. GM sold 2,633 units of the Volt extended range electric vehicle in December, up 72.2% Total GM passenger car sales in 2012 increased 14% compared with 2011.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

Velozzi, a Los Angeles-based car designer and manufacturer, will integrate Capstone Turbine’s C65 and C30 microturbines into its electric supercar and a crossover vehicle, respectively. In November 2009, Capstone introduced a prototype range-extended electric supercar using one of its 30 kW C30 microturbines as the generator unit.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2015

Cadillac will add a Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) propulsion system to its upcoming range-topping CT6 sedan, to be manufactured at the new Shanghai GM Cadillac plant, Pudong Jinqiao, China. miles) of all-electric range, and pairs with Cadillac’s 2.0-liter per 100 km (141 mpg US) based on China testing standards. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2009

The SOLO is an extended range electric vehicle equipped with a combination of supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries for energy storage and a multi-fuel micro-turbine for the range-extending genset. Velozzi says it has 17 global OEM suppliers engaged in building the Velozzi super car and the SOLO.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 20, 2017

The project, supported by Transport for London, features a 12-month trial of 20 new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Transit Custom vans that reduce local emissions by running solely on electric power for the majority of city trips such as deliveries or maintenance work. million (US$5.8-million) million) grant from the Advanced Propulsion Centre.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Opel will unveil the Flextreme GT/E mid-size concept car at the 80 th Geneva Motor Show (4-14 March). The minimal front intake improves airflow around the nose of the car and the underbody sweeps up, venturi-like, at the rear to further reduce drag. Tags: Electric (Battery) Europe Hybrids Plug-ins. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2010

V-6 Direct Injection gasoline engine paired with a plug-in two-mode hybrid system. The XTS Platinum concept’s plug-in hybrid electric propulsion system (PHEV) builds on the experience Cadillac has gained with the Escalade Hybrid and Escalade Platinum Hybrid flagship models (which also feature the two-mode system). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Hybrid” plug-in hybrid system—the last offering all-electric trips of up to 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). Meanwhile, the notion of such a car being produced in large numbers within the next 10 years was dialed into the plan from the start. Background. Hybrid system. For the EOLAB prototype, the Z.E.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 26, 2015

Today, we''ve got our updated Diesel Car Guide, first details on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 550e plug-in hybrid, and an explanation of why we''re calling the 2016 Chevrolet Volt a plug-in hybrid and not an extended-range electric car. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Today in Car News'

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Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2011

Volvo is taking the next step in its electrification strategy by producing test electric vehicles with range extenders. Battery cost and size mean that all-electric cars still have a relatively limited operating range. —Derek Crabb, Vice President Powertrain Engineering at the Volvo Car Corporation.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2016

Honda announced that the upcoming Clarity Fuel Cell ( earlier post ) will be joined by two additional electrified variants, the Clarity Electric and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid, launching in the US in 2017. Hyundai’s IONIQ platform comes with hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric variants. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Building on its previously seen XIV and KEV design concepts, SsangYong Motor Company is showcasing the e-XIV (electric - eXciting user Interface Vehicle) ‘range extended EV concept at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. e-XIV concept extended range electric vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 25, 2013

Fletcher is responsible for the Extended Range Electric Vehicle propulsion system in the Chevrolet Volt as well as the propulsion systems in GM’s upcoming line-up of Plug-In Hybrid Elecrtic Vehicles. GM estimates it will save a driver of a larger car about $1,850 a year in fuel. But no focus on “conventional” hybrids.).

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 6, 2011

Enterprise Rent-A-Car will be the first to offer Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicles (EVs) for daily and weekly rentals later this month. The Volt vehicles will be available at the Mark Christopher Auto Center in Ontario, Calif., along with a new charging station.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Porsche has increased the electric range of all its Cayenne plug-in hybrid models. kWh, which boosts the electric range by up to 30%. All Cayenne E-Hybrid models therefore meet the current range criterion that entitles owners to an “E” number plate and reduced company car tax in Germany. kWh rather than 14.1

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

BMW is recalling more than 19,000 i3 REx extended-range electric cars due to concerns over the potential for fires to be started by fuel vapors. The REx uses a small gasoline engine to charge its battery pack, offering a longer range than the all-electric i3 when both gasoline and electric power are used.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2015

Cadillac has greatly enhanced the performance of its ELR extended range electric vehicle (plug-in hybrid) ( earlier post ) for the 2016 model year, and is also cutting the MSRP by $9,005, bringing the starting price down to $58,495 net after the $7,500 US federal tax credit (MSRP = $65,995). 2016 Cadillac ELR. 2016 Cadillac ELR.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

Today, Renault believes the cost of complying with emissions standards will lead to the disappearance of diesel cars from the mass market, SUV sales eat into sales of mid-size sedans, and an extended-range electric Nissan Note may go on sale in Japan soon. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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EV Central

APRIL 26, 2024

That’s because, thanks to its wild plug-in hybrid twin-turbo V8 powertrain it can launch from 0-100km/h in just 2.8 Where the thoroughbred AMG ONE hypercar does claw back an advantage is when it comes to top speed, topping out at an impressive 352km/h, compared to the lowly 320km/h the plug-in hybrid-powered AMG GT can only manage.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 4, 2018

GM's discontinuation of the Chevy Volt plug-in hybrid—sorry, extended-range electric vehicle—technology last month came as a blow to many plug-in car fans. For all intents.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

When the battery charge status drops below a certain limit, the combustion engine is activated (Range Extender mode). When the car goes into production, remote checking and remote configuration of the vehicle will be possible by means of the Vehicle Homepage. At higher speeds—e.g., Concept B-Class E-CELL PLUS.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

After four years, an economic crisis, an industry meltdown, and plug-in cars becoming politically problematic, the 2012 Fisker Karma is on the streets at last. And it's a real car. We're still sorting out what we think about the Karma, an extended-range electric.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2023

Over the past year, Consumer Reports (CR) sought to answer the question of the effect of temperature on electric vehicle range by conducting seasonal testing on popular new all-wheel-drive EVs: the Ford Mustang Mach-E extended range, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Tesla Model Y Long Range, and Volkswagen ID.4 The Mach-E and ID.4

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Electric Vehicles India

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Electric cars are gaining popularity in India due to the increasing awareness of environmental issues and the availability of government incentives for purchasing electric vehicles. As we move into 2023 , there are several new electric car models that are expected to hit the Indian market. A 15 A plug point takes at least 9.4

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2022

Volvo Car USA is bringing a new, improved Recharge plug-in hybrid powertrain is coming to the US in its 90 and 60 Series models, significantly extending electric range while lowering carbon dioxide emissions, increasing performance, and improving drivability. By 2030, it plans to become a fully electric car company.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 31, 2011

According to Reuters, General Motors has canceled work on the planned plug-in hybrid version of its Cadillac SRX crossover sport utility. The canceled SRX plug-in would have been the second GM car, after the 2011 Chevrolet Volt extended-range.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 18, 2011

When the Cadillac ELR extended-range plug-in car goes on sale, probably in 2013 as a 2014 model, it's a given that it will cost more than the 2012 Chevy Volt. But how much more?

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

The final stage of work on the new EV technology demonstration platform within the LCVTP will see the vehicle developed into a range-extended electric vehicle (RE-EV) architecture incorporating an advanced auxiliary power unit (a gasoline engine integrated with a generator) developed within the project, for on-board battery recharging.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 27, 2012

So you got yer gasoline cars, and yer electric cars. And yer extended-range electrics, and yer plug-in hybrids. How about an electric car with a gasoline engine you can swap in and out as you need it? Sure, old news, been there, done that.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 24, 2017

Buick announced that it will shortly launch the Velite 5, its first extended range electric vehicle (EREV), in China. Leveraging GM’s proven EREV technology as shown in the Chevy Volt and the Cadillac CT6 Plug-In, the Velite 5 also offers advanced connectivity and safety technologies. seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km/h.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2010

The purpose of the paper (which Richard Wallace, CAR’s Director Transportation Systems Analysis Group announced during a session exploring the same topic at the Business of Plugging In 2010 conference in Detroit) is threefold. CAR defines three levels of connectedness: Simple transportation energy planning and mapping.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Overall winner of the second annual Brighton to London RAC (Royal Automotive Club) Future Car Challenge on 5 November was former Formula 1 designer Gordon Murray and his T.27 This is the only event in the world that demonstrates real cars, in real conditions, that is measured independently and in the public eye. 27 electric vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The City of Indianapolis will upgrade 425 non-police-pursuit sedans in its muncipal fleet to plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles by early 2016, cut the size of the fleet by 100 vehicles, and save $8.7 million over ten years. The Indy fleet would be the largest municipal fleet of electrified vehicles in the US.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2009

Among the highlights of the brief summaries was the conclusion that while the Chevy Volt extended range electric vehicle holds promise, “ it will likely be too expensive to be commercially successful in the short-term. ”. For example, of its top 20 profit contributors in 2008, nine were cars.

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