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MARCH 6, 2018

It will be available in California beginning in September 2018 where significant vouchers for fuel cell vehicles and infrastructure exist. Both the all-electric and the zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell range extender are available for heavy-duty Transits with a 10,360-pound gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).

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Ford Range Fuel Lithium Ion 236

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

In the Toyota Mirai, compressed hydrogen fuel is stored in three 10,000-psi carbon-fiber-reinforced high-pressure tanks: one mounted longitudinally in the center of the car; another mounted transversely under the rear seat, and a third below the battery. Cooling air for the battery is silently pulled in from the cabin.

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Toyota Design Electric Vehicles Fuel 448

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MARCH 30, 2023

Carbon fiber, produced via artisan craftmanship in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, is the principal structural element within the new car, used not only in the monofuselage and frame but also for many elements of the bodywork. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbon fiber front structure.

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DECEMBER 9, 2011

Turbo ecoFLEX natural gas version has been fitted with gas tanks made of composite material including carbon fiber. CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Turbo ecoFLEX delivers 110 kW (150 hp) with 210 N·m (155 lb-ft) of torque and reaches a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). The new Zafira Tourer 1.6 Click to enlarge.

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Gas Miles Range Carbon Fiber 236

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APRIL 28, 2013

The racer can reach a top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph); two lithium polymer batteries with a combined capacity of 8 kWh support a range of 22 km (13.7 Until now, a battery system was able to provide only as much energy as was available in its weakest cell. Seuffer GmbH & Co.KG The challenge lies in optimizing cell utilization.

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Battery Batteries Carbon Fiber Italy 271

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AUGUST 18, 2017

Audi’s two latest natural-gas alternatives in the midsize category—the new A4 Avant g-tron ( earlier post ) and the new A5 Sportback g-tron—are now available for order in Europe. mph) (A4 Avant g-tron: 223 km/h (138.6 mi) available. Both models are powered by a bivalent 2.0 TFSI engine developing 170 hp.

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Audi Gas Available Standards 150

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APRIL 1, 2012

The BMW i8 Concept Spyder accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in five seconds on the way to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Intelligent control electronics ensure that the optimum drive configuration is available for the situation at hand. mpg US) in the European test cycle.

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Concept BMW Plug-in Hybrid 303

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NOVEMBER 2, 2013

Altran and Quimera will initially focus on their respective teams and capacities in the research and development of bespoke technologies and solutions, and the innovative application of available technologies to be tested in a motor sport environment. Top speed is 300 km/h (186 mph), with acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds.

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Vehicles Carbon Fiber Electrical Electric 252

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 2, 2014

The driver can choose the Hold and Charge modes in the MMI to influence the operating strategy, e.g. if the driver wants to ensure that sufficient electrical energy is available for the final kilometers to the destination. The brake calipers grip large, carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs, and the tire size is 285/30 R 21.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 310

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MARCH 9, 2009

The car will average 100 miles to the gallon and will be able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than six seconds. The car will also be available in a three-door four-seat car, and the drivetrain technology will be made available in a fleet vehicle retrofit called a Hybrid Retrofit System (HRS) in mid-2010. no transmission.

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Denver Hybrid Auto Carbon Fiber 170

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NOVEMBER 9, 2017

In addition, the BMW M3 CS—featuring significant new work in lightweighting via carbon fiber—will make its world premiere, and the BMW X7 SAV Concept and the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo will make their North American premieres. seconds, has a top speed of 120 mph with a range of 373 miles. showrooms in November, 2017.

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BMW Electric Vehicles Los Angeles Vehicles 150

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

A choice of three modes is available. Top speed is 305 km/h (190 mph). The doors and fenders are made of aluminum, and the roof, the engine hood and the rear hatch are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer. The brake calipers grip large, carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs, and the tire format is 285/30 R 21.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 257

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JULY 22, 2020

at 160 mph. The hood is made of organic composite fibers, a lightweight alternative to the carbon fiber that comprises the rest of the vehicle. billion in electric vehicles worldwide, with the first global vehicle, Mustang Mach-E, available to order here now. Downforce is targeted at more than 2,300 lb.

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Ford Motors Motoring Motor 243

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

In a new departure, the A5 Sportback is also available as a bivalent g-tron, which customers can run on either Audi e-gas ( earlier post ), natural gas or gasoline. The third glass fiber layer helps to visualize any external effects. miles) available. mph) in just 8.5 Audi S5 Sportback g-tron. Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 5, 2022

With Sport Mode engaged to unleash 610 bhp and Launch Control activated to release all 811 lb-ft of instantaneous torque, the BMW iX M60 will hit 60 mph from a standstill in 3.6 This makes it possible to achieve a particularly significant increase in peak power, which is available up to high speeds and enables typical BMW M power delivery.

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BMW Motors Motoring Motor 243

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JULY 1, 2020

The rolling road accommodates full-size vehicles, with air and rolling road speeds coordinated up to 180 mph. Air is moved through the massive circuit at a maximum rate of 47,500 cu ft per second by a 5,100 hp motor and 29 carbon fiber blades that are 22 feet in diameter.

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Industrial Industry Carbon Fiber EV1 243

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2014

Aluminum sheet alloys from 5xxx and 6xxx series are finding increased use in vehicle structures; however the maximum available strength from these alloys limits their applications on the vehicle. AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M)

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Emissions Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber 252

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Such fuels should be currently available, or have the potential to become, commercially practical within the next 10 years. The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles.

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Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Fuel Economy 231

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Stelvio features extensive use of ultra-lightweight, hi-tech materials including carbon fiber for the drive shaft and aluminium for the engines, suspension systems, hood, wings, doors and the tailgate. Diesel reaches a top speed of 215 km/h (134 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 liter diesel. The Stelvio 2.0

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SUV Carbon Fiber Diesel Gasoline-Electric 150

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NOVEMBER 26, 2012

The top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph). Electric range is 130 km (81 miles) under a variety of road conditions and 200 km (124 iles) at a constant speed of 60 km/h (37 mph). There are three charging modes available: immediate charging, time delay charging, and time delay and rate charging.

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General Motors 2020 2012 Green 240

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OCTOBER 20, 2014

With only a 15 kW motor, the vehicle reaches a maximum speed of 120 km/h (75 mph). The passenger compartment consists of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, while aluminum is used in the front, rear and room frame. In very cold weather, an ethanol bruner provides range-neutral heating is available. Click to enlarge.

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Miles Range Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion 236

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AUGUST 20, 2022

With this vast power and the enhanced delivery afforded by the twin rear-drive unit, Lucid Air Sapphire will accelerate from a standstill to 60 mph in less than two seconds, from zero to 100 mph in less than four seconds, and the standing quarter mile in under 9 seconds.

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Motors Motoring Motor Carbon Fiber 195

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OCTOBER 10, 2018

Combined output is 155 kW, with peak torque of 365 N·m; top speed is 160 km/h (99 mph). Two carbon-fibre-encased tanks built into the vehicle floor hold 4.4 The GLC F-CELL, which features an excellent scope of equipment as standard, will be available solely in the form of a full-service rental model (€799/US$919 per month).

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Mercedes SUV Fuel PHEV 314

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MAY 16, 2013

To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer. The Porsche Speed Charging Station (DC) is available as an optional extra. Electric power is thus available even with several very fast laps.

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Porsche Plug-in Hybrid Plug 259

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APRIL 2, 2020

While specifications for the e-tron GT are subject to change, the e-tron GT concept is estimated to reach 62 mph from standstill in 3.5 seconds and 124 mph in just over 12 seconds in production form. The technology offered in PPE is similar to that of MEB and with a number of powertrain and battery options that will be available.

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Audi SUV Concept All-Electric 300

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FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Audi is presenting the second generation of its high-performance R8 sports car at the upcoming Geneva show, featuring new V10 engines, newly developed quattro drive, and a new multimaterial Audi Space Frame (ASF) combining aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP). mph) or 250 km/h (155.3 The R8 e-tron 2.0

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Audi Li-ion MPH Range 150

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).NEDC The bodyshell features lightweight hybrid construction with a high proportion of fiber-reinforced plastics and an intelligent mix of carbon-fiber, aluminum and high-strength steels, which allows a significant weight reduction while offering a further considerable improvement in safety.

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Mercedes Hydrogen Plug-in Fuel 334

Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2013

With the launch of the production BMW i3 battery-electric vehicle (also available with a range extender) looming, the BMW Group provided more details about the first series-produced model from its new i brand, offering customers electric mobility in a premium small car package. Earlier post.). eDrive unit and battery pack. Range extender.

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Connect Connected BMW Electrical 316

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JULY 18, 2024

second 0-60 mph time for the Turbo S E-Hybrid, making it two-tenths quicker than its Turbo counterpart. It improves on the standard Turbo’s top speed by seven mph, reaching 202 mph flat out, and the car sports a carbon fiber body kit that bumps downforce by 132 pounds. Porsche claims a 2.8-second

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Porsche Carbon Fiber MPH Kits 104

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Initial prototypes were then made available at the IAA Mobility 2021 for visitors to experience in action as shuttle vehicles. The hydrogen needed to supply the fuel cell is stored in two 700-bar tanks made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). Earlier post.) Filling up the hydrogen tanks only takes three to four minutes.

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BMW Hydrogen Fleet Lithium Ion 259

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

The passenger cell forms the core of the Life module, which is built from carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP). Not only is the accelerator mapping modified, maximum speed is also limited to 90 km/h (56 mph). Power delivery to the rear wheels is via a single-speed transmission. BMW i3 Concept Coupé. Click to enlarge.

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BMW Connect Connected Concept 225

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JULY 21, 2014

Now, however, given all the market drivers facing the auto industry (regulations, fossil fuel availability, societal changes, etc.), One of the challenges for the battery team was working through the volumetric geometry of the pack and the orientation of the modules to fit the space available in the e-Golf in adherence with the MQB approach.

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Battery Batteries MPH All-Electric 356

Baua Electric

MARCH 20, 2024

In the world of electric bikes, the words “carbon fiber” usually means big bucks. That means carbon fiber electric bikes have always commanded premium prices – at least, until now. It will still take you up to 28 mph – it sure did for me. But just because it’s a lower-cost bike doesn’t mean it’s cheap.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 25, 2023

The list of available upgrades includes a custom instrument panel badge, a Goodwool car cover, carbon fiber parts, a Jay Leno detailing kit, and more. second 0-60 mph time make it the quickest production car. That said, its specs are impressive: 1,025 horsepower, 945 pounds of torque, and a 1.66-second

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Dodge Carbon Fiber Kits MPH 98

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MARCH 7, 2017

lb-ft) is available at approx. mph) in just 8.5 They are optimized for the available space, and each is specifically sized. The second layer, a composite winding of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP), provides for maximum strength. Its top speed is 223 km/h (138.6

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 29, 2024

GM quotes a 215-mph+ top speed and a sub-ten-second quarter mile time. An available carbon fiber aerodynamics package brings more than 1,200 pounds of additional downforce, and Magnetic Ride dampers keep the car in check during cornering. Its twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter

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Building Carbon Fiber Buy Chevrolet 104

The Truth About Cars

JULY 26, 2024

The car is targeting a more than 215 mph top speed and a sub-ten-second quarter mile time. The optional ZTK performance package adds a higher-downforce aero package with a new rear wing, front dive planes, and other carbon fiber body components.

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Chevrolet Carbon Fiber MPH Dealers 104