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Geely supporting Danish initiative on e-methanol with vehicle trials in Aalborg

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Through Power to X (PTX), the conversion of renewable energy to other usable forms, green e-methanol is an optimal solution for Denmark to store excess renewable power, stabilize its national power grid, and produce a sustainable carbon neutral renewable fuel. Both have their own advantages and together complement each other, Geely says.

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Volkswagen CES2017 show app previews emerging Volkswagen digital Ecosystem

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Volkswagen has developed a special app for CES 2017, available now at the App Store ( iOS ) and at Google Play ( Android ). All settings are stored online. Data stored in the app is transferred to the Volkswagen Group of America IT systems in order to run the app and provide the ecosystem experience.

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Tesla’s ‘Drive on Sunshine’ feature is close: Here’s a first look

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Tesla’s “Drive on Sunshine” feature aims to allow owners to charge their all-electric vehicles with excess energy generated by residential solar arrays and stored in their Powerwalls. Now that the feature is close to a wide rollout, we’re getting our first looks at the feature in the Tesla App.

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Infineon introduces first Trusted Platform Module specifically for automotive cybersecurity

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The TPM likewise generates, stores and administers further security keys for communication within the vehicle. It is available now available and manufactured in security-certified production facilities of Infineon Germany and the Philippines.

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Lightning Hybrids’ lightweight composite accumulator for hydraulic hybrid systems

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In the hydraulic hybrid system, hydraulic pumps and the lightweight accumulator store braking energy; upon acceleration the stored energy provides torque to the wheels. Inside the vessel is a nitrogen-filled rubber bag, called a bladder, which is compressed when hydraulic fluid gets pumped into the accumulator. Click to enlarge.

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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

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Although CNG is stored at high pressure, (approximately 200bar), the storage tanks are built and homologated to withstand more than twice their maximum working pressure. SEAT’s most efficient compact car has been upgraded to deliver 130PS of power versus the 110PS previously available. seconds to reach 100km/h from a standing start.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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In “Sport” mode, the battery charge is always maintained at a minimum level to ensure that sufficient boost reserve capacity is available when needed. Power is stored in a 14.1 Sport Plus” mode is all about maximum performance. In addition, the battery is charged as quickly as possible to ensure maximum performance.

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