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Porsche, Customcells plant to start production in 2024 with 100 MWh/year; Si anode, BASF HED NCM cathode

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The new high-performance cells will use silicon as the anode material and BASF HED NCM cathode active materials to contribute to high-performance battery cells for fast charging and high energy density. Taycan Turbo S 800-volt system. Earlier post.). The cooperation with BASF is a win-win situation for all parties involved.

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

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BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept Neue Klasse models will also feature faster charging than current BMW EVs thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture, and they’re at the leading edge of a battery shift for the company. “This lowers electricity costs and helps stabilize networks.” federal tax credits.

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

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BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept Neue Klasse models will also feature faster charging than current BMW EVs thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture, and they’re at the leading edge of a battery shift for the company. “This lowers electricity costs and helps stabilize networks.” federal tax credits.

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Hyundai introducing 48V mild hybrid system with 1.6L diesel in Europe

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The technology comprises a 48-volt battery, a Mild Hybrid Starter Generator (MHSG) and LDC converter (Low Voltage DC/DC). The system was developed at Hyundai’s European Technical Center in Germany and Hyundai’s R&D Center in Namyang, Korea. In addition to the 2.0-liter liter CRDi diesel engine. depending on the vehicle specification.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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Porsche completely re-engineered the hybrid powertrain components in the Cayenne E-Hybrid as compared to the Cayenne S E-Hybrid of the previous generation. E-Charge: In “E-Charge” mode, the gasoline engine generates more power than is needed to move the car. Using a 230-volt, 32 amp connection and the optional 7.2

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Nissan’s Killer EV App, the Plug-In Car That Puts the Nail in GM’s Coffin

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Nissan is about to drink GM’s milkshake with a breakthrough, affordable, next generation electric car that will be beat the Chevy Volt to market, cost half as much and work twice as well. You might as well call most of the cars they’re selling “future clunkers.&# Plus it looks ten times cooler. Really Ford?

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DAF Putting LF Hybrid Truck Into Production; Eaton Hybrid System

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Energy released during braking is stored in the lithium-ion batteries for re-use during acceleration. Depending on the degree of charge of the lithium-ion batteries, a central computer determines when the diesel engine provides the drive and when and to what extent the electric motor is used. Volt cells.

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