Remove Asia Remove Design Remove For Sale Remove Hybrid
article thumbnail

Volkswagen to offer refreshed Tiguan with new plug-in hybrid powertrain in Europe

Green Car Congress

Volkswagen will unveil a refreshed Tiguan SUV later in 2020, featuring new front and rear styling, a redesigned interior and new powertrains, including a plug-in hybrid version for the European market. Design sketch of the new Tiguan. inches, up to seven seats, and a bespoke design. Earlier post.).

Plug-in 307
article thumbnail

GKN Driveline Continues Rapid Growth in China; Developing Driveline Systems for EVs and Hybrids for the China Market

Green Car Congress

GKN Driveline continues its rapid growth in China with plans for a 12 th manufacturing facility; expansion of an existing research center; and the introduction of new low-cost and electric-hybrid technologies for the China market. Tags: China Electric (Battery) Hybrids Vehicle Systems. Stefan Magirius. Earlier post.).

China 186
article thumbnail

USABC awards Cobasys $8.4M for the development of high-energy density Li-ion cells and packs for EVs

Green Car Congress

Cobasys has been contracted for the design, development, delivery and validation of conforming design-intent cells, and through the design, development, delivery and verification of a 40 kWh technology demonstration battery pack. SB LiMotive was established in September 2008 as a joint venture between Bosch and Samsung SDI.

Li-ion 186
article thumbnail

Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

Green Car Congress

Virtually all major vehicle manufacturers and several start-up companies are offering—or are planning to offer soon—a PEV for sale in the US market. PEV offerings have also been announced throughout Europe and Asia. Early Adopters vs. Mainstream Car Buyers. Recharging Infrastructure.

Plug-in 218
article thumbnail

Volvo To Go All Electric By 2030 – EV Week in Review: Feb 23-Mar 1

EV Adoption

The Swedish carmaker said 50% of its global sales should be fully-electric cars by 2025 and the other half hybrid models. ” It is based on Volvo’s CMA vehicle platform and the first Volvo model in history designed as pure electric only. – March 1, via Reuters. – February 26, via BusinessInsider.

Volvo 95
article thumbnail

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?",

Plug-in 45
article thumbnail

Electric Car Makers: Oregon Wants You - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Last year Oregon had also aggressively negotiated with the Chinese carmaker, BYD , to manufacture its line of plug-in hybrids in the state for sale in the U.S.) Many of the first Prius hybrids that were released are still running strong on their NiMH batteries after 100,000+ miles.

Oregon 58