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VW to stage world premiere of ID. Buzz on 9 Mar; two versions to be sold in Europe

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The top speed is electronically limited at 145 km/h (90 mph). By way of comparison, the wheelbase of the new ID. This technology opens up a whole new spectrum of possibilities, such as the ability to store excess power from a home’s solar panels in the ID. Official figures for range are not yet available. in) of the ID.

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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In comparison, the first-gen Mirai was FWD, and the larger stack was placed under a raised section of the passenger compartment floor. Like a Toyota hybrid vehicle, the FC also sends electricity to be stored in the battery, and the battery is also charged by the motor-generator during deceleration.

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Kreisel Electric expanding capacity with construction of new Li-ion battery plant

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Kreisel says that it leverages assembly and thermal management techniques to deliver 20% more usable capacity available in comparison to the products of its main competitor. The generated solar power will be stored in stationary Kreisel batteries (1,000 kWh) to secure the continuous power supply for building and charging stations.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces latest E 200 Natural Gas Drive and E 220 BlueTEC BlueEFFICIENCY Edition

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The natural gas is stored in three containers—one behind the rear backrest and two under the floor of the trunk. seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph). kg of natural gas per 100 kilometers in comparison to the predecessor model. seconds and reaches a top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph). Together they hold 121.5

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Audi to introduce entry-level e-tron model with smaller battery pack, less range

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By comparison, the 55 quattro features a 95 kWh battery with up to 255.4 lb-ft) of torque, and are capable of propelling the electric SUV from 0 to 62 mph in 7.0 miles of range in the WLTP cycle. The entry-level model also features e-quattro all-wheel-drive delivered by an electric motor mounted on each axle.

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nanoFLOWCELL to present new QUANT F flow cell EV at Geneva

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With a total tank capacity of 500 liters—2x 250 liters in two tanks accommodated separately in the QUANT’s substructure—the QUANT F has a projected range of 800 km (497 miles)—a 30% increase in comparison to the QUANT E from 2014. Side view of the new QUANT F. Click to enlarge. —Nunzio La Vecchia.

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Audi provides overview of its 4 distinct EV platforms

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The high-voltage battery stores up to 95 kWh of energy and can recover up to 30% of energy used to drive the vehicle during regenerative braking applications. By comparison, an asynchronous motor’s rotor rotates slower than a synchronous speed. seconds and 124 mph in just over 12 seconds in production form.

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