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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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With the increase in performance from the additional electric motor, the development team was also able to improve the efficiency of the entire vehicle and achieve lower emissions as well as lower consumption. The power of the electric motor is applied immediately with full torque, a characteristic of the design. 13,500 rpm.

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Porsche presents more efficient Gen 2 919 Hybrid LMP1 racer for 2015

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Porsche has presented the second generation of its Le Mans Prototype 919 Hybrid race car. The new racer will compete in the 8 MJ category (8 MJ of recovered energy per race lap)—the highest of the current four energy categories in the LMP1 class. Earlier post.) Cooperation with production development specialists.

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Audi unveils redesigned R18 diesel hybrid Le Mans racer for 2016 season

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The energy stored by the system is generated by an MGU (Motor Generator Unit) at the front axle. Because of the 300 kW limit at Le Mans, the energy from the hybrid system will be available for a longer period of time. By opting for the 6-megajoule class, Audi has presented its most powerful MGU so far.

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