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Continental supplying 48-volt belt starter generator with integrated power electronics for Audi A8

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The system replaces a conventional starter pinion and is driven by a belt connected to the engine crankshaft. When coasting to a halt at a red light, the engine in the new Audi A8 shuts down at 22 km/h (14 mph)—much earlier than with a conventional stop-start system. Earlier post.).

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Audi unveils e-tron GT concept at LA Auto Show; production version in about 2 years

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A volume-production counterpart is set to follow in around two years. The performance subsidiary Audi Sport GmbH is responsible for subsequently transforming the car into a volume-production model. mph) in around 3.5 mph) in just over 12 seconds. mph) to maximize the range. The Audi e-tron GT concept has a 4.96-meter

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Continental puts first 48V hybrid assist system into production with Renault diesels

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From the end of 2016, diesel variants of the Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models will be equipped with Continental’s 48-volt hybrid drive—the first application of the 48V “Hybrid Assist” in production vehicles. The first production solution combines an efficient, water-cooled induction motor with an integrated inverter.

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RøhneSelmer in Norway places early repeat order for 100 more Transit Connect Electric vans

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Azure Dynamics Corporation announced that its Norwegian Ford dealership, RøhneSelmer, has signed an order for an additional 100 Transit Connect Electric vans. We sold 50 Transit Connect Electric vans before the first unit was delivered to us and we’re confident we’ll sell many, many more the remainder of this year and beyond.

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Tesla Cybertruck takes on Rivian R1T and Hummer EV in review

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Along with the Cybertruck including notable features such as its steer-by-wire handling, its 800-volt architecture , Powershare , and the option for a range extender , Cammissa starts with the R1T and Hummer drag races, emphasizing the truck’s impressive acceleration speeds. seconds and 11 seconds, respectively).

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Audi offering 12V mild hybrid versions of new A4; 48V MHEV for S4 TDI diesel

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g/mi), with a diesel V6 TDI under the hood for the first time, a 48-volt main electrical system and an electric powered compressor (EPC). For the market launch three engine variants will feature a mild-hybrid system (MHEV) based on 12 volts, which reduces fuel consumption while improving comfort. l/100 km (37.3 - 37.9 Earlier post.)

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

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For the four-cylinder engines they are based on the familiar 12-volt electrical system. The six-cylinder and eight-cylinder engines, as well as the W12 cylinder units, will receive a new 48-volt system generally serving as the main vehicle electric system. A heavy-duty V-ribbed belt connects it to the crankshaft. Earlier post.)

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