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APRIL 21, 2016

Honda announced that the upcoming Clarity Fuel Cell ( earlier post ) will be joined by two additional electrified variants, the Clarity Electric and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid, launching in the US in 2017. In addition to the Clarity series, a reengineered 2017 Accord Hybrid will go on-sale this spring. Earlier post.). Accord Hybrid.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. kWh Lithium Ion Polymer battery is located underneath the rear seat. Niro is targeting a combined fuel efficiency rating of 50 mpg (4.7 Optima Hybrid.

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DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid also excelled on two other fronts.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

At a “Go Further with Ford” event in Amsterdam, Ford Motor Company detailed plans for an aggressive product acceleration in Europe, targeting opportunities for growth in the large car, SUV and commercial vehicle segments while emphasizing fuel economy and enabling technologies such as the EcoBoost engines. liter EcoBoost engine.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 10, 2018

Classification society DNV GL has launched a Joint Development Project (JDP), designed to advance the understanding of the use of lithium-ion batteries in the shipping industry. The JDP officially kicked off at the end of 2017, with major tasks defined as follows: Safety Model Development and Assessment Based on Prior Knowledge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2015

Johnson Controls is expanding its manufacturing operations in China by beginning production of advanced lead-acid batteries for Start-Stop vehicles to help automakers meet increasingly strict fuel economy and emission regulations. The 12V Lithium-ion battery can increase fuel economy efficiency by up to 8%, according to the company.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Equipped with lithium ion batteries and a range-extender engine, these trucks will deliver significant fuel economy equivalency gains, approximately four times the fuel economy of a gasoline powered vehicle. Earlier post.). The trucks, manufactured by Workhorse Group, Inc.,

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MARCH 8, 2017

The model follows on the world premiere of the twin-turbo gas V6-powered LS 500 at the 2017 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January. The LS 500h is fitted with a compact, lightweight, lithium-ion hybrid battery. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) liter V6 gas engine and two electric motors.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 6, 2016

Toyota intends to deploy these new powertrain units in a rapidly broadening range of vehicle models, starting in 2017. mph) and approximately 20% better fuel economy. Acceleration time is 10% shorter than the current system (2AR-FXE + THS II) and fuel economy (JC08) is 20% better. Dynamic Force Engines.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2012

A123’s Engine Start Battery is designed as a replacement for absorbent glass mat (AGM) and other lead acid batteries, providing a lighter-weight, longer-lasting solution for micro-hybrid functionality that enhances vehicle performance, improves fuel economy and lowers total cost of ownership. billion market for energy storage devices.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

MD/HD HEV Truck Sales as percentage of ICE trucks, World Markets: 2011 and, 2017. million by 2017. million by 2017. between 2011 and 2017 to reach 100,746 trucks, or about 2.1% between 2011 and 2017 to reach 100,746 trucks, or about 2.1% The Li-ion market is expected to reach 3.6 Source: Pike Research.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2017

The 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan arrived at the beginning of August in select dealerships in California and Oregon. kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The Clarity Electric has an EPA fuel economy rating of 126/103/114 MPGe (city/highway/combined)3 and an EPA range rating of 89 miles on a full charge.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

The latest Porsche plug-in hybrid includes the third new hybrid powertrain from Porsche since 2017. EPA fuel economy figures and electric range are unannounced at this time. The liquid-cooled battery consists of eight modules with 13 prismatic lithium ion cells each. kWh when compared to the preceding model.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2016

The 2017 BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) is in production and will arrive at US dealerships in August starting at $89,100 plus $995 Destination and Handling. Combined fuel economy of 64 MPGe and an all-electric range of 14 miles is possible (EPA official figures). High-voltage lithium-ion battery.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 5, 2018

The New Tucson also offers a major design update and wider range of advanced technology and convenience features to continue the model’s success story across the region, having been the best-selling Hyundai in Europe in 2016 and 2017. Under acceleration the MHSG supports the engine with up to 12 kW and thereby reducing fuel consumption.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

CEO, Takanobu Ito, outlined the product, technology and business developments and direction planned to drive Honda’s growth by fiscal year 2017; among these are a plan to introduce three hybrid systems, Ito said. kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion battery pack, and total system output is 196 hp (146 kW). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2012

A123 Systems introduced Nanophosphate EXT ( EX treme T emperature), a new lithium-ion battery technology capable of operating at extreme temperatures without requiring thermal management. We feel that we have erased the cold cranking deficit—the Achilles heel [for Li-ion] from a performance perspective against lead acid. ”

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fuel economy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fuel economy.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2017

The most recent GREET versions are the GREET1 2017 version for fuel-cycle analysis and GREET2 2017 version for vehicle-cycle analysis. Updated the fuel economy and vehicle weights of light duty vehicles. Also updated energy and water consumption for lithium-ion battery manufacturing.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

The LC is a new flagship 2+2 performance coupe for Lexus’ global model range, and will go on sale in the US in Spring 2017. Lithium-ion hybrid battery. The LC 500h is the first production Lexus to use a compact, lightweight, lithium-ion hybrid battery. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2018

Together with a lithium-ion battery the belt-starter generator forms the heart of the electrified drivetrain. We see 48-volt electrification as a key technology which in terms of improved comfort and fuel economy offers promising potential in all vehicle classes and in all markets. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fuel economy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fuel economy.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2016

Chrysler unveiled the all-new 2017 Pacifica minivan in both conventional and plug-in hybrid versions at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Pacifica Hybrid will deliver an estimated all-electric range of 30 miles from a 16-kWh lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. system with an 8.4-inch

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Kia Motors unveiled four new models. The Niro Plug-in Hybrid will go on sale across Europe during Q3 2017, pairing an economical 1.6-liter kWh high-capacity lithium-polymer battery pack. kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 21, 2013

We believe our evaluation will open up a lower cost product to our OEM customers interested in reaching the fuel economy gains offered by 48-volt mild hybrid systems. The market for micro hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles is on track to grow nearly eightfold to 39 million vehicles in 2017, driving a $6.9-billion Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro FE Hybrid. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid. The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. This engine provides better fuel economy and refinement than our current World Gas Engine.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery and a 60 horsepower, 44.5 Eco is the default setting where you want to be for the best fuel economy in the hybrid system, and the EV mode is good for up to 26 all-electric miles. The 2021 Niro PHEV provides impressive range and fuel economy. kW electric motor.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

The 39 kilowatt (kW) electric motor and the 56 kW/270-volt lithium-ion battery adds-in 29 hp and 151 lb.-ft. Smart mode will give you the best fuel economy while compromising slightly on performance. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The front-wheel drive Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The electric power comes from oxygen being introduced to a fuel cell filled with compressed hydrogen gas. Through a chemical process, electricity is created to power the motor and charge the lithium-ion battery (in Toyota’s case, not all FCEVs use battery storage). Road Test: 2017 Toyota Mirai.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2013

Therefore, Bohr said, Bosch aims to develop lithium-ion batteries that will at least double the range of current electric vehicles and at half the cost per kilowatt-hour. Bulander said that start-stop systems will be installed in 70% of all new cars in western Europe by 2017. Rolf Bulander.

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APRIL 12, 2024

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. Charging nightly and driving less than 29 miles will mean less need for hydrogen fuel, which is currently available at only about 50 stations in California.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The 2022 Bolt EUV has a 65 kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion battery powering a single 150 kW motor that produces 200 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque. In addition to the regenerative braking system, the lithium-ion battery pack, comprised of 288 individual cells, is charged by the standard 11.5 Powertrain.

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JULY 24, 2018

liter engine delivers greater efficiency and fuel economy. Combustion is made more efficient with the adoption of a new high-efficiency fuel injection system and revised valvetrain. kWh 48-volt lithium-ion battery, and engine-off time is extended with the adoption of a new Mild-Hybrid Starter-Generator (MHSG) unit.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

A spacious interior with a smooth comfortable ride, high fuel economy (we broke 50 mpg!), The undetectable and seamless transitions give the Camry Hybrid XSE EPA-rated fuel economy of 44 mpg city/47 highway with a combined of 46 mpg. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. A sleeker, more slippery Camry Hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

The pioneering use of a 48V system—which on Bentayga Diesel utilizes a new lithium-ion battery system to offer even greater reserves of power—results in silent, instantaneous responses to deal with all road surfaces. Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) is also featured on the Bentayga.

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APRIL 5, 2022

The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. Clean Fleet Report ran a few test loops to get a feel for real world fuel economy and electric range. Road Test: 2017 Ford Escape. 244 total miles, with 144 all-electric miles. 72 miles, with 35.3

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