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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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Harris AutoTECHCAST Study Finds US Vehicle Owners Currently Would Choose Lower-cost, Higher Fuel Economy Gasoline-Engined Vehicles Over Higher-Priced Alt Fuel Engines or Electric Vehicles

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According to Harris Interactive’s 2010 AutoTECHCAST study, conducted between 6-26 April 2010, there is currently greater demand among US vehicle owners for technologies that deliver improved fuel economy of existing gasoline-driven engines at a lower initial cost, rather than for higher-priced alternative-fueled engines.

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Pennsylvania invests $7.9M in 21 alt-fuel projects

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million in 21 alternative fuel projects in the state. Awards include (ranked by amount): PHL Taxi Management LLC —$900,000 – to purchase and deploy 50 new CNG taxis in Philadelphia that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and to build a publicly accessible CNG fueling station in the city.

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Axial Vector Energy Corporation Develops Hybrid Electric Drive Train Featuring Axial Engine and New Electric Clutch

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The recharging system can also operate when the vehicle is in neutral or parked. The balance of approximately $800,000 will be used to finance the go to market cost of licensing our Green and Clean family of multi fuel engines, generators, electric motors and gensets. AVEC project engineer Douglas Hahn. 10 per unit.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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The Niro has an EPA rated fuel economy of between 49 and 53 miles per gallon, depending if equipped with 16-inch or 18-inch wheels, which delivers a driving range of up-to 588 miles. Kia Connect provides access to vehicle systems including remote start, and connects to a smartphone app for Apple and Android operating systems.

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Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range

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Recharging One-pedal driving with regenerative motor braking converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery. Big screen and good connections The horizontal 10.2-inch inch, vertical touchscreen handles the Sync 4 connectivity system that includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Ford+Alexa, and Waze navigation.

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT

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Regenerative braking uses the motors to recharge the battery when slowing or coasting, converting kinetic energy into electric energy, which is stored in the battery. Bluetooth connection for up to two devices, wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi hotspot complete the technology. Kia shines with its development of one pedal driving.

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