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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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liter, 98 hp (73 kW) VVT-i gas engine, a 60 kW (80 hp) electric motor, a generator, a high performance NiMH battery, a power control unit, and a power split device which employs a planetary gear set to combine and re-allocate power from the engine, electric motor and generator according to operational requirements.

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Mercedes-Benz to Show S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Concept at IAA; Likely Included in Next Generation of Production S-Class

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The concept vehicle has an all-electric range of up to 30 km (19 miles). Combined with the CO 2 bonus for the battery-electric driving mode, the vehicle achieves a certified consumption of 3.2 One system-specific attribute is the presence of an additional clutch integrated between the combustion engine and the electric motor.

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Prius v first member of expanded family to go on sale in US; 58% more cargo space than original Prius, with 42 mpg combined

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The Hybrid Synergy Drive system in the Prius v uses two high-output motors, one 60 kW (80 hp) unit that mainly works to power the compact, lightweight transaxle and another smaller motor that mainly works as the electric power source. Maximum motor drive voltage is 650 volts DC. Spaciousness. Connectivity.

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Volkswagen Introduces BlueMotionTechnologies Umbrella Brand for Fuel-Efficient, Low-Emissions Technologies; Previews Touareg Hybrid

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The term BlueMotionTechnologies does not define a fixed set of technologies but a range of continually evolving solutions, currently including systems such as a new stop-start system, regenerative braking, SCR catalytic converter and the NO x storage catalytic converter, electric drive and hybrid systems. All-electric drive mode.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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The hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle re-fuels in 3–5 minutes, travels up to 300 miles (482 km) on a full tank, and will be available to customers in California beginning in fall 2015. Electricity generation efficiency has been enhanced through the use of 3D fine mesh flow channels. Electric traction motor and battery.

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Prius c hybrid goes on sale in US with entry MSRP of $18,950; new transaxle, motor technology

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Ah NiMH battery and a variable-voltage system in which a boost converter boosts the operating voltage of the system to a maximum of 520 V DC. Too, the electrically driven water pump allows coolant flow rate to be controlled with greater precision based on vehicle conditions for better fuel efficiency. Battery pack.

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Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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The 2012 hybrid system produces a combined 200 hp (149 kW)—a 7% gain over the older model—and varies power between the gas engine and electric motor, or combines both, as needed. In the new transaxle, which has less electrical and mechanical losses than its predecessor, peak MG1 speed remains high at 13,000 RPM.