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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The new V8 borrows technology from BMW Motorsport, and features a new exhaust manifold, external oil cooling, and further developed turbocharging. An optimized cooling strategy while DC charging is in progress further improves the durability of the high-voltage battery. The 760i xDrive combines the power of the 4.4-liter

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Mazda introduces series-hybrid plug-in version of MX-30 EV, with rotary engine genset

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The engine also adopts an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system to improve fuel efficiency. The MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV is compatible with single-phase and three-phase normal (AC) charging as well as fast (DC) charging methods. This also helps prevent the injection of excess fuel.

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2018 Honda Accord Hybrid features third-generation MMD two-motor system; no heavy rare-earth metals in motors

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When cruising at medium to high speeds, the high-efficiency Atkinson-cycle i-VTEC gasoline engine provides propulsion via a high capacity lock-up clutch, which connects the generator motor (always linked to the engine) and the electric drive motor, effectively sending motive power directly from the engine to the drive wheels.

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ARPA-E announces $98M in funding for 40 OPEN projects; two opposed-piston engines projects receive $10M total

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In addition, Pinnacle will employ high rates of exhaust gas recirculation and a low temperature combustion strategy, which will improve knock tolerance and reduce heat loss, pumping work, and NO x emissions. Novel Polymer-enhanced Rechargeable Aluminum-Alkaline Battery Technology – $2,000,000. Georgia Tech Research Corporation.

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Audi’s mild-hybrid systems: 12V for 4-cylinders, 48V for 6- and 8-cylinders

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A heavy-duty V-ribbed belt connects it to the crankshaft. The 12-volt system is connected to the main electrical system via a DC/DC converter. Located in the luggage compartment, the lithium-ion rechargeable battery has about the size of a large lead battery. Controlled air cooling provides the thermal management.

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Göteborg Energi orders two Opbrid B?sbaar ultra-fast bus charging stations for HyperBus project

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The plug-in hybrid bus is based on the existing Volvo 7900 hybrid bus design, but with the addition of a larger, energy-optimized battery and the ability to connect to the Opbrid B?sbaar The hybrid offers up to 37% fuel savings compared to a diesel version and 40-50% lower exhaust emissions. sbaar ultra-fast charging station.

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Lexus NX compact utility arrives in North America

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liter turbocharged gasoline engine has a combination water-cooled cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold and twin-scroll turbocharger. To minimize turbo lag, the four-into-two exhaust manifold system pairs cylinders according to their expansion or compression stroke to reduce pumping losses and eliminate exhaust gas interference.