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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. Fuel economy would be more than 65 mpg US (3.6 Click to enlarge. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. System configuration. Click to enlarge.

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Mitsubishi PHEV Concept Lithium Ion 252

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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 Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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North America Mitsubishi PHEV Concept 150

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FEBRUARY 18, 2016

This enables frequent use of LU and allows the engine to run on low revs for best fuel economy. PowerPulse takes fresh air via the air filter, compresses it and stores it in the tank. In the T8 Twin Engine variant, paddles shifters enable downshifting. This variant has a unique engine-braking mode.

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Volvo PHEV Range Miles 150

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MARCH 4, 2018

A recent study prepared for the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism found that since 2015, China has been far the main market for electric cars (battery-electric and plug-in hybrid) followed by the EU and the US. Global sales of electric cars (M1+N1), by year (BEV and PHEV). in China in 2016. Click to enlarge.

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China Energy Batteries Battery 225

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APRIL 22, 2016

PHEVLERs are defined as PHEVs with sufficient battery capacity for all electric driving of twice the average daily distance. [ That is, PHEVLERs can store electricity whenever sun and wind-generated electricity is plentiful, and then can send stored power back into the smart grid at times when more electric power is needed.

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JULY 2, 2015

This application of BMW eDrive technologies features the first PHEV system with a front/transverse-mounted. The company also showcased the use of direct water injection to enhance the efficiency of combustion engines at higher performance levels while also significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions in key driving cycles.

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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. When the gasoline engine alone is powering the vehicle, the concept car is purely front-wheel drive to achieve excellent fuel economy. “E-Mode”.

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