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BorgWarner supplying dual inverters and iDM220 integrated drive module to Chinese OEMs

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The dual inverters will be featured on both hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) versions of the Great Wall Motor (GWM) LEMON platform, and the other major Chinese OEM will utilize the technology on its own HEV and PHEV passenger car models.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter Note: The Escape PHEV is rated by the EPA to have 37 miles of all-electric driving range. kWh battery is charged, there is no sound upon pressing the start button as the Escape PHEV defaults to electric mode. 72 miles, with 35.3 Level 2 240V 3.5

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Ricardo Software adds new advanced electrification features to software suite with release 2019.1

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release provides significant enhancements in integration and functionality across the full product range, helping to enable cleaner and more fuel-efficient products to be brought to market more quickly—including a range of new features for the development of vehicles featuring electrified powertrains. With the 2019.1

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New to the World of Electric Cars?

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Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs): PHEVs combine an electric motor with a gasoline engine. PHEVs offer a limited all-electric range and can switch to hybrid (combined gas and electric) mode when needed. Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs): Unlike PHEVs, HEVs cannot be charged externally.

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Fuel-cell Honda CR-V review, Genesis GV60 test, Fisker Ocean price cut: The Week in Reverse

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Which automaker outlined an all-of-the-above electrified approach for the near future, including hybrids, PHEVs, and a 3-row electric SUV? In many places, daytime EV charging is cleaner as utilities load up on renewables like solar. Which luxury brand teased radiant cabin heat for a future electric SUV? kwh battery pack.

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California ARB receives VW’s 1st $200M, 30-month ZEV investment plan

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liter Partial Consent Decree to be spent by California on replacing older, dirtier heavy-duty vehicles and equipment with cleaner vehicles and equipment. These stations will focus on 150 kW and 320 kW DC fast chargers; each station will have 5 plugs on average. VW California ZEV Investment Plan: Cycle 1.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

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2 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs): PHEVs combine an electric motor with an internal combustion engine. PHEVs can operate in electric mode for a certain distance before switching to the internal combustion engine or can combine both power sources for improved efficiency. #3 8 When was EV first made?