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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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At SEMA360, Chevrolet will showcase a 1977 K5 Blazer converted to all-electric propulsion. The K5 Blazer-E is a functional proof of concept of the upcoming Electric Connect and Cruise package Chevrolet Performance plans to sell in the second half of 2021. DC-to-AC power inverter to drive the electric motor.

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Leclanché expands marine electrification solution to include fast charger for ports, harbors and vessels; Damen 1st adopter

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It will carry up to 42 cars and 300 passengers and speeds of up to twelve knots and connect the mainland port city of Millhaven, Ontario with Stella on Amherst Island. The BESS, which will be charged by the harbor grid, is connected to the ferry charger via 1800 kW DC-DC converters. MWh Leclanché Battery System.

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks launches series-production model of eActros electric heavy-duty truck

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The low-voltage on-board electrical network with two regular 12-volt batteries is charged from the high-voltage batteries using a DC/DC converter. For example, special crash elements with an aluminum profile protect the batteries in the event of a side-on crash, while sensors integrated in these can detect a crash scenario.

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GM investigating ultracap-based Active Energy Recovery Buffer as low-cost mechanism to improve conventional vehicle fuel economy

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With the AERB, the kinetic energy of the vehicle during coast down events is used to charge the ultracapacitor either directly, or through a dc-dc converter, allowing the voltage to increase up to the maximum permissible level. on FTP composite drive cycle for a small crossover utility vehicle with a 4-cylinder, 2.4-liter

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Volkswagen’s ID.3 debuts for the European market

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The power electronics control the high-voltage energy flow between motor and battery and in this process, the system converts the direct current (DC) stored in the battery to alternating current (AC) for the drive motor. The 12 V DC electrical system is simultaneously supplied with low voltage by a DC/DC converter.

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Testimony: Why I like my electric vehicle

Electric Auto Association

Like many of the residents that come to our EV Ride & Drive events or email me for advice on what EV to buy, I appreciate the many advantages EVs have over internal combustion engine-powered ones. I love that my EV is so efficient: EVs convert over 77% of the electrical energy from the grid to power at the wheels.

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Audi showcases A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid at Geneva; 157 mpg US, 50 miles electric range

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The compact unit, with integral DC-DC converter to supply the 12V electrical system shares the same cooling circuit as the battery and charging device. The charging connection is located behind the four rings in the radiator grille; the charging socket, like the TFSI engine, sports an e-tron badge. kW charger.

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