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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive priced at $41,450 for US; 85-mile range

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Customers may be eligible for federal tax credits (which run up to $7,500) or state/local tax credits. Since the launch of the first B-Class version in 2005, Mercedes-Benz sold more than 1 million units. The lithium-ion battery is housed in the “Energy Space” in the underfloor of the vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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Nissan launches new luxury Cima in Japan with one-motor two-clutch hybrid system

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The new Cima achieves both a 20% improvement in fuel economy (JC08 mode) over 2015 standards and SU-LEV certification, emitting 75% fewer exhaust emissions than 2005 standards.

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Nissan launches new X-Trail Hybrid in Japan

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All the grades will achieve fuel economy-based tax exemptions in Japan. In addition, the new X-Trail Hybrid will have Forward Emergency Braking as standard equipment, expanding its safety technology features. Nissan is planning to introduce Forward Emergency Braking as standard on major models in Japan, by the end of autumn 2015.

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Toyota launches Prius in Japan; forecasts delay in deliveries of the new model

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The Prius α is available in two interior configurations: a five-seat, two-row model and a seven-seat, three-row model, the latter’s third row enabled by a space-saving lithium-ion drive battery—a first for a Toyota-brand mass-produced hybrid vehicle—in the center console. Prius α powertrain.

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NRC report concludes US LDVs could cut oil consumption and GHGs by 80% by 2050; reliance on plug-ins, biofuels and hydrogen; strong policies mandatory

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Projected rates of fuel consumption improvement under different scenarios relative to past experience and the 2016 and 2025 CAFE standards. The statement of task specifically asks how the on-road LDV fleet could reduce, relative to 2005, petroleum use by 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050, and GHG emissions by 80% by 2050. Source: NRC.

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Profile: Li-ion Battery and Pack Supplier Valence Technology

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a provider of lithium-ion batteries, modules and packs. Valence differentiates its lithium-ion products through its cathode (positive terminal in discharge) material, a lithium iron magnesium phosphate (LiFe 1-x Mg x PO 4 ). The two companies have had a relationship since 2005. ton trucks. “ Mark Donaghy.

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News: 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV

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A fairly conventional look Through a chemical process, the fuel cell uses hydrogen and oxygen to create electricity to power the motor and charge the lithium-ion battery. Safety All CR-V models come standard with active and passive safety features such as front and side air bags. seconds in 0-60 mph runs.

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