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Three fire trucks with Volvo Penta electric drivelines heading to Berlin, Amsterdam and Dubai to begin customer testing

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A two-speed gearbox ensures that the full torque is available even when starting off on hills, and that there is enough traction for steep gradients. With this tandem, the RT becomes a fully integrated power plant that is able to automatically recharge its batteries when more energy is consumed than they store.

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Jaguar provides some details on its concept hybrid C-X16 to be introduced at Frankfurt

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Charged through a brake energy regeneration system, the batteries allow the motor to provide an additional 95 PS (94 hp, 70 kW) and 173-lb ft (235 N·m). The battery pack is predominantly charged through a rear axle electro-hydraulic brake energy regeneration system.

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BMW shows future drive technoliges; 2 Series PHEV prototype, direct water injection in 3-cyl. engine, and fuel cell eDrive

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Flexibility: the high-voltage battery can be recharged from conventional domestic power sockets, the BMW i Wallbox or at public charging stations. The power electronics, including the charging generator, can be found next to the electric motor above the rear axle. Accelerator kickdown brings the combustion engine into play.

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