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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. By optimizing the placement of the high-voltage hybrid battery, Hyundai engineers were able to increase trunk capacity by 2.5 Solar roof system.

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Flash Drive: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

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The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a purpose-built performance EV, based on the Ioniq 5. N stop The Hyundai sub-brand of high-performance cars gets the N moniker. Til Wartenberg, vice president and head of N brand and motorsport at Hyundai, says N is about “Having fun and bringing a youthful element and the wild side to Hyundai.”

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Hyundai reveals redesigned 2022 Kona and Kona Electric SUVs

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Hyundai provided details for its significantly redesigned and enhanced 2022 Kona and Kona Electric SUVs for the US market. Kona plays a key role in Hyundai’s broader electrification strategy, combining electrified powertrains with a stylish sub-compact SUV body configuration. 2022 Kona Electric.

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Tech: How do Hybrid & Plug-in Hybrid Batteries Recharge? Do I Need to Plug a Hybrid In?

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Regular Hybrids Regular hybrids recharge their onboard nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion battery packs by reclaiming energy through a process called regenerative braking. As for plugging in to charge the battery, there are four options: Standard 120-volt household outlet with a charging time of three to eight hours, depending on vehicle.

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Hyundai presents Kona Electric crossover and NEXO fuel cell SUV

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Hyundai presented its new 2019 Kona Electric crossover (introduced in March at the New York Auto Show, earlier post ) and 2019 NEXO fuel cell SUV (showcased at CES in January, earlier post ) to US media at a driving introduction in Los Angeles. The battery system is liquid-cooled and operates at 356 volts. kVA per liter.

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New Hyundai Tucson in Europe features 48 V mild hybrid diesel powertrain

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The New Hyundai Tucson for Europe, which enters production this month, will be equipped with a fuel-efficient 48 V mild hybrid powertrain. —Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, Vice President Marketing and Product at Hyundai Motor Europe. During in-gear deceleration and braking, energy is recuperated to recharge the battery.

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Hyundai introduces US market version of Kona Electric at New York show; 250-mile range

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Hyundai introduced the US-market version of its Kona Electric crossover at the New York Auto Show. Kona Electric rides on an all-new CUV platform and is Hyundai’s first compact electric crossover for the US market. It joins Hyundai’s successful new Kona, Tucson and Santa Fe in a full line-up of Hyundai crossovers for the US market.

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