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APRIL 22, 2017

At the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show, Jeep unveiled the new plug-in hybrid Yuntu SUV Concept (without giving much detail about the powertrain itself). SUVs are the fastest-growing segment in China; Jeep said that the Yuntu Concept showcases the potential for the Jeep brand to keep expanding in the country. GAC FCA) Changsha plant in 2015.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2011

The FCV-R concept. Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) will stage the world premiere of the FCV-R, a practical sedan-type next-generation hydrogen fuel-cell concept vehicle, at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. Toyota calls this concept model “ a highly practical fuel-cell vehicle ” that is planned for launch in about 2015.

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MARCH 11, 2014

Toyota Motor continues to lay the foundation for the introduction of its production fuel cell hybrid vehicle in 2015; the company began work on fuel cell technology in 1992. An electric vehicle is suitable for short-distance commuting, because of its short cruising distance and long charging time.”. “We —Yoshikazu Tanaka.

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DECEMBER 8, 2015

Diess will use the CES stage to launch an all-electric concept car while focusing his remarks on electric mobility driving the automotive market. Herbert Diess was appointed Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG and Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Passenger Cars in 2015.

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BMW introduced the Concept Touring Coupe at the 2023 Villa d'Este Concorso d'Eleganza in Italy. That makes the new concept based on the current G29 Z4 roadster extremely curious. While technically a one-off, the concept is made from parts the automaker already uses. It’s powered by the familiar turbocharged 3.0-liter,

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DECEMBER 22, 2014

At the 2015 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January, Schaeffler will show the second phase of its concept car that meets 2025 CAFE requirements, including its mild hybridization with a 48-volt system. The vehicle is based on a modern, all-wheel-drive, midsize SUV with an automatic transmission.

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OCTOBER 12, 2015

Mitsubishi will unveil a new concept car at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show that may preview a future all-electric production crossover. The Mitsubishi eX concept is a small crossover utility vehicle that's similar in size to the current Outlander Sport--which is due for replacement soon.

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APRIL 20, 2015

Chevrolet unveiled the Chevrolet-FNR autonomous electric concept vehicle at Shanghai GM Gala Night. The concept was joined by the all-new Malibu, Bolt EV concept and the 2015 Captiva, which made their China debut. All-New Chevrolet Malibu. Autonomous driving China Electric (Battery)'

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APRIL 4, 2014

Making its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show 2014 will be the updated 2015 BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle, which will include the X3 xDrive28d, the first BMW Advanced Diesel X3 model for the US. All prices include $925 Destination & Handling fee. BMW Concept X5 eDrive. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 4, 2014

The G-Code is powered by two individually controlled drive cores: a compact, turbocharged hydrogen-fueled combustion engine which solely drives the front wheels, and an electric motor which drives the rear axle and transmits its power selectively to the two wheels via a dual multi-disc clutch. The 2+2-seater SUC measures about 4.10

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JANUARY 28, 2015

Renault Energy F1-2015 Power Unit. Renault Sport F1 has unveiled its 2015 power unit for Formula 1 racing, which incorporates a number of changes compared to its 2014 predecessor ( earlier post ). The 2015 power unit project was started six months before the 2014 units took to the track, ie. Renault Energy F1-2015 Power Unit.

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

Infiniti unveiled the Q80 Inspiration concept car at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, it what it called a signal of its intent to break into the top tier of the premium sedan category; the concept will lead to a future model. Drivers can manually opt to stay in all-wheel drive too. L/100 km (42.8 Q80 Inspiration. Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 28, 2019

For anyone who appreciates electric cars and their potential to transcend existing boundaries, the Porsche Taycan—originally called the Mission E concept—was a rock star from the start. In concept form in 2015, its propositions included 600 horsepower, 0-62 mph acceleration in 3.5

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OCTOBER 21, 2017

Diseases caused by pollution were responsible for an estimated 9 million premature deaths in 2015—16% of all deaths worldwide—three times more deaths than from AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined and 15 times more than from all wars and other forms of violence.

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JULY 13, 2015

Audi ran the latest generation of its Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept at the Sonoma Raceway in California, surpassing prior performance. Whether braking, steering or accelerating, the piloted car controls all driving functions fully autonomously. The RS 7 took just 2:01.01 minutes to complete the 4,050-meter (2.5 mi) circuit.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV on stage in LA. MMNA) gave the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV ( earlier post ) plug-in hybrid its North American debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. l/100 km), and the all-electric range is more than 53 miles (85 km). Click to enlarge. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. System configuration.

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JUNE 6, 2016

American Manganese has contracted Kemetco Research to perform proof-of-concept testing of the company’s proprietary hydrometallurgical process for the recycling of cathode materials of Li-ion batteries from electric-drive vehicles (EDVs). —Norman Chow, President of Kemetco Research.

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AUGUST 19, 2016

Designed as an electric car, the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6, which measures almost six metres in length, features all-wheel drive provided by its four compact permanent magnet synchronous electric motors. At Monterey Car Week, Mercedes unveiled the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6. The output of the drive system is 550 kW (750 hp).

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APRIL 18, 2017

Audi is unveiling a new battery-electric e-tron concept in Shanghai: the Audi e-tron Sportback. The production version will come in 2019 as Audi’s second battery-electric offering, following the introduction of the production version of the Audi e-tron SUV ( earlier post ) in 2018. miles) (NEDC). miles) (NEDC).

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JUNE 25, 2014

Toyota Motor Corporation revealed the exterior design and Japan pricing of its hydrogen fuel cell sedan, first unveiled as a concept at the Tokyo Motor Show last year. The car will launch in Japan before April 2015, and preparations are underway for launches in the US and European markets in the summer of 2015. Earlier post.)

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Honda also used the venue to announce that it will offer several next-generation, advanced powertrain vehicles, including a new battery-electric model and plug-in hybrid model by 2018. Honda also announced plans to introduce new VTEC Turbo engines to be built in Ohio and debut later in 2015. Honda FCV Concept. Earlier post.)

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the Trail’ster e-AWD concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. The system also improves fuel economy over standard all-wheel-drive setups by operating only when needed and serving as an energy recovery mechanism. The Trail’ster’s electric propulsion system draws energy from a 1.2

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MARCH 3, 2015

Volkswagen is unveiling the Sport Coupé Concept GTE plug-in hybrid at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show, ushering in a new and progressive Volkswagen brand design language. Evolution and revolution come together in the Sport Coupé Concept GTE. The Sport Coupé Concept GTE adds a new facet to Volkswagen’s GTE philosophy.

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APRIL 16, 2020

Groupe Renault is setting a new strategy for China, based on Electric Vehicles (EV) and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV). With 860,000 electric vehicles sold in China in 2019, China is by far the largest EV market in the world. Ltd (eGT) and Jiangxi Jiangling Group Electric Vehicle Co. JMEV was created in 2015. Ltd (JMEV).

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OCTOBER 1, 2014

We''ve got September plug-in electric car sales figures, increased production of the 2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel pickup truck, and the newly-revealed Infiniti Q80 Inspiration hybrid concept. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Today''s news spans three kinds of powertrain.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

The particularly high geothermal energy means that the Earth’s heat can be converted to electricity cost-effectively and virtually CO 2 neutrally. —Hagen Seifert, Head of Sustainable Product Concepts at Audi. Its volcanic origin makes the country one of the world’s most potent geothermal regions.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Concept GC-PHEV. Mitsubishi staged the North American debut of its Concept GC-PHEV (“Grand Cruiser”)—a next-generation full-size crossover plug-in hybrid. The Concept GC-PHEV features a supercharged 3.0-liter The Concept GC-PHEV features a supercharged 3.0-liter Super All-Wheel Control. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 11, 2014

will debut a concept version of the latest SportWagen model featuring a 4MOTION all-wheel drive system and the new EA288 TDI Clean Diesel engine ( earlier post ) at the New York Auto Show. The concept previews the new Golf SportWagen that will go on sale in early 2015. Click to enlarge. Volkswagen of America, Inc.

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MARCH 10, 2014

The California Air Resources Board (ARB) staff has posted a Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Re-Adoption Concept Paper, which will be discussed during the LCFS workshop on 11 March 2014. The concept paper provides an overview of new elements being considered as part of the 2014 LCFS rulemaking effort.

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MAY 27, 2022

The BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture (BBA) has established a closed loop for reuse of the raw materials nickel, lithium and cobalt from high-voltage batteries that are no longer suitable for use in electric vehicles. China is the world’s largest market for electric vehicles. —Jochen Goller, head of BMW Group Region China.

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JUNE 4, 2013

Remember the 2015 Infiniti LE, the first all-electric mid-size sedan from Nissan''s luxury brand? Unveiled as a concept at the 2012 New York Auto Show, to rave reviews, the battery-electric LE was to be produced in the U.S. If you''re waiting to see the first LEs on the roads, don''t hold your breath.

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JANUARY 19, 2022

This includes promoting the electrification of all modes of transport (cars, commercial vehicles, buses and rail) as well as the development of charging infrastructure, research funding and the specification of the right framework conditions. million electric cars on the road in Germany. million vehicles at the end of 2021.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Today, we preview the green production and concept cars of the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, Nissan continues testing wireless inductive charging for electric cars, and the EPA says it all add on-road emissions testing for new diesel cars. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The latest E-Mobility Index from Roland Berger and Forschungsgesellschaft Kraftfahrwesen mbH Aachen (fka) for the third quarter of 2015 finds that the market share of electric vehicles in the seven leading automotive nations—Germany, France, Italy, the USA, Japan, China and South Korea—remains stubbornly low. “

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MARCH 6, 2018

At the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, Porsche presented the Mission E Cross Turismo, a concept study of an electrically-powered “Cross-Utility Vehicle.” The road-ready Mission E Cross Turismo is a continuation of the Mission E study that Porsche presented at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) in 2015. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 26, 2015

Today, we look at battery degradation of the course of the life of a Tesla Model S electric car, how Honda's fuel-cell vehicle could preview future battery-electric and plug-in hybrid models, and the first hint at Nissan's electric 2015 Tokyo Motor Show concept. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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OCTOBER 14, 2020

A small team at Merceds-Benz has created the all-electric EQC 4x4² off-road concept—a drivable technology platform on the basis of an EQC 400 4MATIC (combined power consumption: 21.3-20.2 The G 500 4x4² was actually built in series production from September 2015. kWh/100 km).

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