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Volkswagen outlines a range of near-term technologies for reducing fuel consumption and emissions; stop-start 2.0, 10-speed DSG

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This can significantly improve fuel economy when the driver adopts an anticipatory style of driving. In addition, the mild hybrid systems enable energy recovery in braking phases; productive use of this energy results in further fuel economy benefits. The start-stop 2.0 10-speed DSG. 10-speed DSG. Earlier post.).

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

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Lucid set-up a mini drag strip, where after some expert instruction on how to use the launch control, we did 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds and hit 88 mph before lifting. Speed, captured Charging and Regeneration There are three charging speed options for the 92 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery. Don’t blink.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

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kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery. We turned very fun 0-60 mph times of about 3.7 In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals. Charging and Regeneration. The magic button.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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kWh Li-ion polymer that can recharge in less than three hours with a Level-Two charger. Combined fuel economy (mpg). kWh Li-ion polymer pack, the HEV a 1.62 EV mode, or all-electric battery charge depleting mode, can handle speeds up to approximately 75 mph (121 km/h). Maximum EV speed (mph). 40 93 MPGe.

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Hyundai prices 2018 Ioniq PHEV starting at $24,950; 29 miles all-electric range

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kWh lithium-ion polymer battery. EPA combined fuel economy. The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid’s 45 kW (60 hp) electric motor can operate at speeds up to 75 mph and delivers instantaneous torque at low speeds, with available power-assist at higher vehicle speeds. The PHEV has a 3.3 Ioniq Hybrid (Blue). Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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Hyundai’s 2019 IONIQ electrified line-up adds active safety features, voice recognition, remote charge management

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kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack positioned under the rear passenger seats. kW (60 horsepower) electric motor can operate at speeds up to 75 mph (121 km/h) and delivers instantaneous torque at low speeds, with available power-assist at higher vehicle speeds. kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack. In combination with the 1.6-liter

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