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Hyundai introduces enhanced IONIQ in Europe; BEV gets 38.3 kWh pack

Green Car Congress

Hyundai Motor is introducing connectivity and design enhancements for the new IONIQ in Europe. As of its launch in 2016, IONIQ was the world’s first car planned from the start to offer three electrified powertrains: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric. New Hyundai IONIQ Electric. New Hyundai IONIQ Electric interior.

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Top Factors Affecting EV Adoption

EV Connect

Industry experts predict that electric vehicles (EV) will account for 40% of car sales by 2030. Yet for all the optimism around the electric vehicle adoption rate, certain human, structural and environmental factors still dictate the pace. Of the 289 million cars registered on US roads, barely 2 million are electric.

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The First Things You Must Do After Purchasing a New EV

Clean Fleet Report

It is easy to overlook the importance of the legal side of owning a car when you see the open road in front of you. You should learn how to connect your phone via Bluetooth so you can stream music while taking hands-free calls; this will not only make your trip more exciting but keep you safe! It’s different and similar with EVs.

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New Gen 8 Volkswagen Golf offers five hybrid versions from 48V MHEV to PHEV

Green Car Congress

The powertrain range of the new Golf features gasoline (TSI); diesel (TDI); natural gas (TGI); mild hybrid (eTSI); and plug-in hybrid drives (eHybrid). All gasoline and diesel engines are turbocharged direct injection units. Gasoline engines (TSI). They generate 66 kW/90 PS; 81 kW/110 PS; 96 kW/130 PS; and 110 kW/150 PS.

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Pairing EV Charging with Solar Storage Opens a World of Possibility

Setec Powerr

The benefits of solar energy are numerous, including a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, increased energy independence, and lower electricity bills. EVs, or electric vehicles, are becoming increasingly popular due to their environmentally-friendly nature and cost-effectiveness.

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Safer and Self-Driving Cars Now on Roads

Clean Fleet Report

Most of these advanced vehicles will be electric or plug-in hybrids. Several of these firms confirmed their progress at Silicon Valley Connected & Charged Symposium, hosted by software giant SAP. According to a new report from Navigant Research, worldwide revenue from connected vehicle systems is expected to grow from $96.3

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Volkswagen Group invested €11.5B (US$12.9B) in R&D in 2014; ongoing focus on electromobility and digitalization of vehicles

Green Car Congress

Winterkorn pointed out that thanks to sensor technology and connectivity, the Group already has the largest networked fleet in the world on the road, adding that the automaker also has the world’s largest low-CO 2 fleet, with the present lineup including 57 model variants that already meet the 95 gram/mile target. —Martin Winterkorn.

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