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SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The extinguishing water pump can be operated either electrically by means of a generator or by the range extender (diesel engine). For longer operations, the range extender is employed, which consists of a six-cylinder diesel engine with an output of 200 kW (272 HP) and a power generator.

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Volvo Automatic Recharge Electric Electrical 207

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MARCH 27, 2013

gallon fuel tank, the same as non-hybrid models, driving range is estimated at more than 526 miles (847 km). A regenerative braking system automatically recharges the battery by converting the vehicle’s kinetic energy that would be otherwise lost in braking. Estimated city fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4

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Fuel Economy 2014 Economy Hybrid 255

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AUGUST 27, 2014

Nissan launched its Pathfinder range in the Russian market at the Moscow Motor Show. A regenerative braking system automatically recharges the battery by converting the vehicle’s kinetic energy that would be otherwise lost in braking. Nissan now offers a full range of new products across every market segment.

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Russia Nissan Market Hybrid 300

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MAY 1, 2009

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have developed a Smart Charger Controller for plug-in vehicles that will automatically recharge vehicles during times of least cost to the consumer and lower demand for power. Widespread use of these devices could help advance a smart power grid.

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Smart Charger Grid Plug-in Plug 150

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JULY 2, 2015

Finally, BMW showcased a hydrogen fuel cell drive system as a future-focused variant of BMW eDrive (teased in a technical session during April’s SAE World Congress in Detroit) enabling all-electric driving with a high operating range and short refueling times. 1, optimizing efficiency in the low and medium throttle range too.

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Water BMW Engine Fuel 150