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WiTricity working with GM to test wireless EV charging system at up to 11 kW rate

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and 11 kW charge rates, capable of charging both battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and extended range electric vehicles (EREVs), and is intended to comply with standards proposed by SAE International’s J2954 Committee. The prototype testing focuses on wireless charging systems at 7.7 Earlier post.).

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Simulation study suggests ORC waste heat recovery system could deliver potential 7% improvement in fuel consumption in a PHEV on highway

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They then designed a quasi-static thermodynamic model of an Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) optimized to fit the prototype vehicle. The OSU EcoCAR prototype vehicle features an extended-range electric architecture with a downsized 1.8L —Skarke et al. Skarke et al.Click to enlarge.

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GM China opens Phase I of Advanced Technical Center in Shanghai; focus on lightweight materials and battery cells for hybrids and PHEVs

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The ATC will serve as the home of four key GM technical and design organizations: the China Science Lab; Vehicle Engineering Lab; Advanced Powertrain Engineering Lab; and Advanced Design Center. When completed, the 65,000-square-meter ATC will include 62 test labs and 9 research labs. GM broke ground for the ATC in July 2010.

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Gordon Murray T.27 EV overall winner of 2nd annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge

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The event was organized in three different entrants classes and seven vehicle categories—from small passenger classes to light commercial vehicles. The event, which was inaugurated last year, challenges entrants to use the least amount of energy driving the 60-mile route. It is the first time we have showcased the T.27

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DOE awards $98M in tax credits to automakers and suppliers for clean technology manufacturing

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Lead organization. MAP is now producing plug-in hybrids, hybrids, EcoBoost, and full battery electrics for the global marketplace—all from the same assembly line. The awards are made through the Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit program (48C Program). Funded at $2.3 Description. Ford Motor Company. 30 million. 30 million.

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GM China to introduce more than 60 new models and upgrades over next 5 years; focus on electrification and sustainable mobility

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Later this year, GM China will offer the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle. Wale announced that this week the Volt and Electric Networked-Vehicle (EN-V) showcased at World Expo 2010 will participate in a ride and drive program organized by the Shanghai Municipal Government’s New Energy Promotion Office.

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GM Invests $336M In Detroit-Hamtramck Plant To Build Chevrolet Volt

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General Motors will invest $336 million in the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant to begin production of the Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle in 2010. This brings GM’s combined Volt-related investments in Michigan to $700 million, covering eight facilities. engine-generator from Flint. engine-generator from Flint. “We

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