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UPS-led SEUL consortium switches on smart-grid fleet charging solution in London; maxing out on EVs without expensive grid upgrades

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A UPS-led consortium has deployed new smart-grid charging technology in London that overcomes the challenge of simultaneously recharging an entire fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) without the need for the expensive upgrade to the power supply grid. in 2016.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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For increased recharging, there is an “L” button on the gear selector wheel. The Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is available, but it’s only sold in select areas of California. Hybrid options in this category include: Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee.

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Road Test: 2022 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic S Mild Hybrid

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The mild hybrid electric motor boosts the gasoline engine when accelerating and helps with fuel efficiency, using a 48V lithium-ion battery that is replenished through regenerative braking. There is no plug on the F-Pace to recharge the mild hybrid system. Using 91 octane fuel, the 3.0-liter Road Test: 2019 Jaguar I-Pace EV.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Mazda CX-90

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The rechargeable 17.8 Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. The 48-volt mild-hybrid system with both 3.3L Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV): 2.5-liter

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Road Test: 2019 BMW i8 Roadster. The former just introduced the XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge, while the latter has a limited edition Polestar 1 PHEV and the more affordable Polestar 2 that we’ve tested and came away very impressed. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class.

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Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2

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For more affordable EVs, the Volvo brand has big plans to expand its lineup, and already offers the XC40 Recharge crossover. Road Test: 2019 Jaguar I-Pace. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Story by Steve Schaefer. Photos by Steve Schaefer and Volvo.

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From EV Range Anxiety to Range Confidence

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As stated in research conducted by Volvo Car USA and The Harris Poll in 2019 , while 58% of drivers cited running out of power as a barrier to buying an EV, “65% [of EV drivers] say they had range anxiety when they first purchased an EV, but it went away after a few months.” Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center , the U.S.

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