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ZF presents EVbeat concept vehicle with prototype of new 800-volt electric drive; compact, lightweight and efficient

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The EVSys800 used in the concept is a modular 800-volt drive and consists of SiC power electronics, the electric motor and a reduction gearbox. Despite its extremely compact design and light weight, the EVbeat does not skimp on performance. E-Motor Stator with new braided winding. This saves around 10% copper.

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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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The electric motor draws its energy from a lithium-ion battery, which can be charged from a conventional 110 volt power outlet as well as a 220 volt electric vehicle charger, and sends its power to the front axle. They generate a pure-white, extremely bright light that is pleasant to the eye. Click to enlarge.

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Bright’s Plug-In Car: Aerodynamics Are Key

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Andy Frank makes the observation that parallel hybrids (Toyota Prius) are cheaper than series hybrids (Chevy Volt). The car will go 30 miles on batteries before the gas engine kicks in and be street-legal. The Chevy Volt is based around a series hybrid design and so is the Karma coming later this year from Fisker Automotive.

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Tesla acquiring ultracap maker Maxwell Technologies for ~$218M; new 3.0V platform

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DLA Piper, LLP (US) represented Maxwell as outside legal counsel, and Barclays Capital Inc. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati represented Tesla as outside legal counsel. volt (3.0V) product platform. volt product line and can significantly cost-optimize their system designs by using fewer ultracapacitor cells or modules.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The current 12-volt electrical system and, above all, the new 48-volt system offer many ways of making driving even sportier, more comfortable and more efficient. Alternatively they can serve as buffers for renewables such as wind and solar power—whether as part of the grid or as home installations. Audi Q7 e-tron 3.0

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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The use of lightweight, durable and crash-safe CFRP on this scale is unique in volume car production, BMW emphasized, underscoring its commitment to developing the material as an advanced, light-weight option for vehicles. (At All the electricity used to produce the BMW i models at the Leipzig plant is wind-generated.

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Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX covers more than 621 miles on single charge

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North of the Alps there was light rain and further south a gentle headwind blew in the sunshine. At times, the VISION EQXX sliced through the wind at speeds of up to 140 km/h (87 mph). At times, the VISION EQXX sliced through the wind at speeds of up to 140 km/h (87 mph). However, it has 50% less volume and is 30% lighter.

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