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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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During a driving event at the Miramas proving grounds in southern France, BMW presented future drive technologies, including the prototype of a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with plug-in hybrid drive. prototype at last year’s Innovation Days event. Direct water injection. Bosch and water injection. Earlier post.)

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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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The truck was officially launched at an event in Austria. The extinguishing water pump can be operated either electrically by means of a generator or by the range extender (diesel engine). The RTs will now be sent to fire departments in Berlin, Amsterdam and Dubai to begin real-world customer testing.

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