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Study projects future EVs to have 30-70% lower environmental impacts that current EVs when changes to electricity generation are considered

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The first is changes to driving patterns due to the introduction of autonomous and connected vehicles. The second is the impacts of changes to the electricity sector on the environmental burdens of producing and recharging future EVs. Credit: ACS, Cox et al. Click to enlarge.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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The latest Porsche plug-in hybrid includes the third new hybrid powertrain from Porsche since 2017. Using a 230-volt, 32 amp connection and the optional 7.2 kW onboard charger, it is possible to recharge a fully depleted battery in 2.3 Using a 230-volt connection with 10 amps and the standard 3.6

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EEA: Walking, cycling and public transport in cities remain greener mobility options than electric scooters or car ride-hailing

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While the use of shared e-scooters generates few direct environmental impacts, their green credentials can be questioned by the substantial negative impacts associated to their materials, their manufacturing and their frequent collection for recharging purposes. in 2017 to 8.1% Transport emissions were 29% above 1990 levels in 2018.

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Penn State team devises new control strategy to enhance EV battery performance when driving in cold temperatures

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The two pieces of nickel foil are connected in parallel with their total resistance of 39 milliOhm at 20 °C. One end of the nickel foils are connected to the negative terminal of SHLB cell while the other end extends out of the cell as an activation terminal (ACT). The added weight and cost due to nickel foils are about 1.5%

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Why the Next Microgrids Will Be Well Connected

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In September 2017 , Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. People, Power, and the Sun: Honnold Foundation x Adjuntas, Puerto Rico Although most microgrids today operate independently, one way to get the maximum benefit from them is to connect them, letting them share resources wherever and whenever possible. percent to 2.8

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Volkswagen’s ID.3 debuts for the European market

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With its fast charging capability, at a charging output of 100 kW it is possible to recharge the ID.3 It has been externally provided with renewable energy generated by hydroelectric power stations since 2017. With App-Connect, you can also connect the ID.3 The Saxon Volkswagen plant is the pilot factory for the ID.3.

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Audi unveils Q8 sport concept with 48V mild hybrid system (mHEV); drive system coming to “many” Audi models

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At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Audi is presenting the Audi Q8 sport concept, a new performance-oriented take on the Q8 concept study introduced at the 2017 Detroit Motor Show. Route data from the navigation system and Car-to-X services from Audi connect are also taken into account. Equipped with a 3.0

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