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Opel Monza Concept at Frankfurt features CNG extended range electric vehicle powertrain with new 1.0L 3-cylinder engine

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A variety of sustainable powertrains based on increasing electrification of the automobile are conceivable, Opel noted. For the Monza Concept displayed at the Frankfurt show, engineers conceived an electric drive with a CNG (compressed natural gas) range extender—a further development of the Ampera’s technology.

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Fisker Karma Makes Public Driving Debut

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The Fisker Karma plug-in extended range electric vehicle ( earlier post ) made its public driving debut over the weekend, 19 months after being introduced as a concept. Combined with two electric motors, these components make up the Q-Drive powertrain exclusive to all Fisker automobiles.

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Quantum Introduces Advanced High Performance All-Wheel Drive Diesel Hybrid Electric Drive System

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Our innovative diesel hybrid electric all-wheel drive system provides high performance, acceleration and extended range, resulting in significant advantages for the US Army in communications, surveillance, targeting, and reconnaissance missions. Alan Niedzwiecki, President and CEO of Quantum. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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How Much More Does It Cost To Repair A Crashed Chevy Volt?

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Extended range electric automobiles like the 2011 Chevrolet Volt are at the cutting edge of automotive technology. When something goes wrong, there are often twice as many systems to consider, which can make repairs more complex than with a conventional gasoline powered or or a battery-electric car. As Kicking Tires.

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Schaeffler highlights latest version of UniAir electrohydraulic valve control at Vienna

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The latest generation of UniAir also now allows vehicles in the upper-class automobile market to operate more economically and with lower emissions. UniAir controls the engine valves based on cycles and offers an extended range of strategic options for matching engine operation to specific situations and requirements.

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Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Fleet Passes 1M-Mile Mark In Project Driveway

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More than 50,000 gallons of gasoline have been saved so far by the fuel cell Equinoxes, more than 100 of which are part of Project Driveway. The Equinox fuel cell is part of Chevrolet’s plan for the electrification of the automobile which continues next year with commercial production of the Volt extended-range electric vehicle.

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GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

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Describing its product goals and tracking progress toward its 2020 manufacturing priorities in its 2012 Sustainability Report , General Motors reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce the energy used and the environmental impacts of building and operating an automobile. Earlier post.).

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