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BMW presenting three new PHEV 3-Series models, two new 48V MHEV M diesels at Geneva show

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l/100 km; combined CO 2 emissions: 153 – 143 g/km) feature an in-line 6-cylinder diesel engine with an output of 250 kW/340 hp and a mild hybrid system featuring a 48-volt starter generator. liter in-line 6-cylinder diesel engine and mild hybrid technology with a 48-volt starter-generator.

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EIA: California home to almost half of US plug-in electric vehicles

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Examples of incentives include the following: California offers rebates of up to $2,500 for EVs and $1,500 for PHEVs. However, the incentive does not apply to the purchase of PHEVs. While PHEV ownership is higher than that of EVs for the United States, the reverse is true in Washington. sales and use tax.

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Connecticut providing up to $3K cash rebate for buyers of BEVs, FCEVs, and PHEVs while funding lasts

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Malloy announced the Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate Program (CHEAPR). EVs covered by CHEAPR include battery electric (BEV), fuel cell (FCEV), and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. Vehicles in this category include the Chevy Volt, Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi.

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Volkswagen apprentices unveil 48V hybrid Golf GTI, enhanced Golf GTE PHEV at at Wörthersee meeting

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The Golf GTI First Decade combines a 410 PS (300 kW) gasoline engine driving the front wheels with a 48-volt electric motor that drives the rear wheels with a maximum output of 12 kW. During the creation of their dream GTI, our apprentices learn about the complexity and future challenges of automobile production.

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Road Test: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus Plug-In Hybrid

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Italian Under the Skin Scratch the surface of the 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T and you will find the Alfa Romeo Tonale, with Dodge and Alfa Romeo two of 16 Stellantis automobile brands sold throughout the world. seconds MPG: 21 city/29 highway/24 combined Small displacement, but dual power R/T Plus – Plug-in-Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) 1.3-liter,

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Hybrid hype: types, tech, and the road ahead

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Mild hybrids, which are typically found in 48 volt electric systems, do not require a plug to operate. Plug-in-hybrid While the aforementioned hybrids only charge their batteries internally, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) charge their batteries both internally and externally.

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Audi aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 30% over the vehicle lifecycle by 2025

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The brand is also continuing to develop conventional engines with a focus on universal mild hybridization and the 48-volt electrical system. This year, Audi will launch four more PHEV models, starting with the Audi Q5 55 TFSI e quattro, which has been available since summer. Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 2.4 – 2.1 97.9 - 111.9

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