Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

German manufacturer Schaeffler sees an opportunity: it is introducing a new generator at the heart of a smart drivetrain concept that some observers are calling bike-by-wire. The partners had a prototype on display in Munich (and the previous week at Eurobike) with a robust cargo three-wheel e-bike made by Bayk.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2010

The Honda 3R-C, a new one-person battery electric vehicle concept, will make its world debut in Geneva alongside the EV-N concept, previously shown at the Tokyo Motor Show ( earlier post ), which will be displayed for the first time in Europe. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

BUZZ CARGO concept—the first commercial vehicle to be based on the new I.D. BUZZ CARGO concept is positioned in the size class beneath the Crafter. The payload of the concept vehicle is 800 kg; the I.D. The flow of high-voltage energy between the motor and the battery is controlled by the power electronics.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2011

Aptera Motors, the developer of an all-electric, three-wheeled lightweight aerodynamic vehicle ( earlier post ) is shutting down. The concept of this vehicle had been in place since the very beginning of Aptera, and we had been wholly focused on its development for the last year.

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Green Cars News

MAY 6, 2014

An electric sports car has to be the ultimate motoring thrill. Able to make the most of the instant torque of a battery drivetrain, we’ve seen a few electric roadster concepts in recent years. Over in Tennessee, in the US, one new concept has caught our eye. Revealed at last month’s EarthFest in K[.]. Electric cars'

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2019

At the Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen is showcasing two concept electric scooters to address the need for micromobility solutions: the compact Cityskater, a production-ready surfer for the last mile of a journey, and a larger e-scooter, the Streetmate. The new Volkswagen concepts Streetmate (left) and Cityskater (right).

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Lithium Ion Electric Electrical Miles 207

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 23, 2017

Entrepreneur Paul Elio's concept for a simple three-wheeled car that would cost only $6,800 has now been with us for eight years.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2015

Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 100 km) three-wheeled vehicle with a target date of 2016, unveiled its engine prototype: a 0.9-liter, —Paul Elio, President and CEO of Elio Motors. Recently, Elio Motors and Altair simulated a belted occupant and driver airbag in a frontal crash.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2010

The new SR1 hybrid concept indicates the Marque’s style direction. Peugeot launched a comprehensive new Marque plan, with the objectives of moving up three places in the world car market by 2015 (it is currently in 10 th place); establishing Peugeot as a benchmark for style; and becoming the leader in mobility services. Earlier post.).

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Electric Auto Association

JUNE 2, 2022

3-wheeled EVs $500 and it works? A very inexpensive three-wheeled EV is coming onto the market from Alibaba in China with positive reviews. GM Trick heating GM’s new electric vehicle (EV) heat pump captures warmth generated from the motor and battery, and even from individuals inside the vehicle. VW Scout EV rendering.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 30, 2011

Last fall, the Peugeot EX1 Concept lit imaginations on fire when it debuted at the Paris Motor Show. Is it a three-wheeled bike? It's got four wheels, but the rear track is narrower than the front track. Something totally different? I suppose the last option is the closest to correct.

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Green Cars News

MARCH 4, 2013

Every motor show needs its share of wackier concepts, and this year, Toyota is delivering the goods for the Geneva Motor Show. Unlike the four-wheel Renault Twizy, Toyota’s model rides on only three wheels and [.]. Meet the i-Road.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

It used to be called the Tokyo Motor Show, but in the new-speak 21st century automotive industry it is now the Japan Mobility Show. Whatever the name, the verdict is this was the best motor show of the post-pandemic era as the Japanese auto giants delivered a series of stunning electric concepts. Lexus LF-ZC Lexus LF-ZC.

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Concept Motor Motors Motoring 52

Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

At the Milan International Cycle and Motorbike Show, the company unveiled a three-wheel drive hybrid scooter concept known as the Hybrid3 Evolution. The Hybrid3 Evolution is a high powered version of the Hybrid3 Compressor that was originally unveiled at the 2008 Paris Motor Show.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

At the Milan International Cycle and Motorbike Show, Peugeot is presenting a three-wheel drive hybrid scooter concept: the HYbrid3 Evolution. The HYbrid3 Evolution is a roofless—and higher-powered—version of the HYbrid3 compressor, presented at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Engine and rear wheel.

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Green Cars News

DECEMBER 5, 2011

The Californian firm, known for its kooky three-wheel electric concept, had plans for a four-door saloon type car, that was projected to get in the equivalent 190 miles to the gallon. Electric car maker Aptera has had to close its doors for the final time after failing to secure investment. The company had hoped to [.].

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Aptera Three Wheeled Concept Miles 46

Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Honda is to unveil a ‘revolutionary’ one person battery electric vehicle concept at the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show. Set to debut alongside the EV-N concept, the three wheeled wonder uses an electric drivetrain mounted low in the chassis to give the vehicle a low centre of gravity and increase its stability.

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Honda Three Wheeled Concept Electric 39

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Electric motor efficiency targets within the FOA. Such engines may incorporate novel thermodynamic cycles, but should not simply involve regurgitation of existing concepts (e.g., AOI 5: Advanced Power Electronics and Electric Motors (APEEM) Technologies. Click to enlarge. Miller Cycle). Click to enlarge.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 20, 2009

Here is the full text of the blog post, and the Press Release from Aptera Motors: [link]. Source: Aptera Motors]. During the past 12 months, the company’s initial offering – the aerodynamic Aptera 2e, an all-electric, three-wheeled two-seater that gets the equivalent of 200-plus mpg – has evolved from concept to near reality.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2013

i-ROAD concept showing Active Lean in action. Toyota unveiled the new i-ROAD three-wheeled electric personal mobility vehicle (PMV) concept at the Geneva motor show. Driving range is around 30 miles, after which the battery can be fully recharged from a conventional domestic power supply in three hours.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2018

—José Muñoz, chief performance officer, Nissan Motor Co., It includes three unique systems—Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control and Vehicle Dynamics Control—similar to those found on the flagship Nissan Maxima sedan. New standard 2.5-liter liter 4-cylinder engine.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Credit: GM) General Motors and Segway plan to take a two-wheel concept vehicle for a spin around New York City on Tuesday. The Piaggio MP3 is a three wheeled maxi-scooter already being sold in the USA! The rest of the world has been enjoying the advantages of scooters and motorbikes for years. Big everything.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 13, 2009

The alternative motor vehicle credit is not allowed against the alternative minimum tax. A credit is also available for each qualified plug-in electric drive motor vehicle placed in service—qualified being a four-wheel, on-road vehicle equipped with a grid-chargeable battery pack of at least 4 kWh capacity.

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