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Fastcharge consortium presents prototype for 450 kW charging station; Porsche research vehicle charges at 400 kW

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The implementation of the funding guidelines is being coordinated by the German National Organisation Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology (NOW). It can already work with higher voltages of up to 920 volts, as expected in future electric vehicles. Initiated in July 2016, the Fast Charge research project has received €7.8 million (US$8.9

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BMW Group makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction

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The BMW Group is basing its goals on the guidelines of the recognized Science-Based Targets Initiative , which it will also join. The BMW Group also began utilizing its vehicles’ extensive connectivity to increase the amount of electric driving by plug-in hybrids this year. —Oliver Zipse.

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Road Test: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4matic

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A 240 volt/32 amp home charger will take 9.25 The LED digital headlights have the ability to project images onto the road, such as warning symbols of road work, no-entry, stop and yield, driving guidelines on narrow roads and several others. A fast charger Charging and Regeneration Using a 170 kW DC fast charger, the 90.6 kW charger.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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It is alarming to see comparisons of the Chevrolet Volt PHEV with battery electric cars when the comparison focuses only on the electric range and ignores the other important differences. The 2900 miles traveled by the Volt, drawing upon its combustion engine, produced far less CO 2 since the Volt uses a small and more efficient engine.

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Honda launches 2017 Accord Hybrid; 2nd generation two-motor hybrid powertrain

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When cruising at medium to high speeds, the high-efficiency Atkinson-cycle i-VTEC gasoline engine provides propulsion via a new higher 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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