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FEV to show compressed natural gas light-duty concept engine with ATAC combustion system at 2011 SAE World Congress

Green Car Congress

FEV) a leading developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, will exhibit a lean burn engine concept at the SAE 2011 World Congress that has been modified to run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). Stommel (2000) Fuel Efficient Natural Gas Engine with Common-Rail Micro-Pilot Injection ( SAE 2000-01-3080 ). FEV Inc.,

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Has Nissan just cracked the code to cheaper EVs?

EV Central

Nissan says a new manufacturing process will deliver price parity between EVs and ICE cars sooner rather than later, with the brand promising its e-Power technology will cost no more than a petrol option by around 2026. In the UK, a like for like 2WD comparison sees electrification add around 2000 pounds to the sticker price.

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Kia surprisingly tops Hyundai in market value with affordable EVs rolling out

Baua Electric

The Hyundai Motor Group was formed in 2000 after buying out Kia. Kia EV lineup from left to right: EV6, EV4, EV5, EV3, EV9 (Source: Kia) Kia is launching price-competitive electric models, including the EV3, EV4, and EV5. Kia EV5 electric SUV (Source: Kia) Kia’s new “EVs for all” vision includes models priced from $30,000 to $80,000.

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The Race for the Next-Gen Space Station

Cars That Think

Since November 2000, there has always have been a select few people living apart from the rest of us—the astronauts and cosmonauts on the International Space Station. based Northrop Grumman has proposed a space station concept that features elements in development for other projects. It has made more than 123,000 orbits in 21 years.

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Maruti Suzuki’s hits and misses | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Its dynamic concept car-like design, peppy performance and agile handling redefined Maruti’s image, attracting a younger, more dynamic audience. Maruti Wagon R | 1999-present A common sight on our streets today, the popular Wagon R didn’t quite set sales charts on fire when it arrived in the year 2000.

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False Starts: The Story of Vehicle-to-Grid Power

Cars That Think

The concept behind V2G had gained traction in the late 1990s after California’s landmark zero-emission-vehicle (ZEV) mandate went into effect and compelled automakers to commercialize electric cars. Some observers thought V2G could prevent the kinds of price spikes and rolling blackouts then plaguing the Golden State.

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The Real Reason for USA based Economic Recessions.

DIY Electric Car

There have been 5 recession since then until now and I wanted to see if Oil had anything to do with them, because deep in my heart, I knew the most recent recession was directly caused by the oil price spikes that started in 2007 and peaked in 2008. For more information about the concept of Peak Oil please visit [link].

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