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Bidirectional Charging Management (BCM) research project gets green light; tying in renewables

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Integrating as many electric vehicles as possible into the power grid in this way calls for innovations in terms of vehicle technology, charging hardware, charging management, communication interfaces with energy sector stakeholders and legal parameters. The legal and regulatory parameters are being evaluated, too.

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ZF presents EVbeat concept vehicle with prototype of new 800-volt electric drive; compact, lightweight and efficient

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Despite its extremely compact design and light weight, the EVbeat does not skimp on performance. The concept vehicle has a maximum torque of 5200 N·m available on the rear axle—and this with a uniquely high torque density for road-legal passenger cars with of 70 N·m per kilogram. This saves around 10% copper.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils EQS electric luxury sedan

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The very low wind noise level contributes significantly to this. Deceleration is also applied to detected vehicles ahead until they come to a standstill, for example at traffic lights. Available from launch: two special driving programs for young drivers and service staff, some little games and the demo program “The Best or Nothing”.

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Ride1Up Prodigy V2 review: An affordable Brose mid-drive e-bike for the common man!

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kg) Load capacity: 300 lb (136 kg) Frame: Aluminum alloy Brakes: Tektro quad-piston hydraulic disc brakes Extras: Brose color display, front and rear LED lights, included high-quality rack and fenders, 100mm air suspension fork, Maxxis tires, kickstand Even better than before! Both are available in a step-over or a step-through.

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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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The high-voltage system is designed to cope with accidents beyond the legal requirements, with the high-voltage battery including features that ensure its safe reaction even in situations such as this. They generate a pure-white, extremely bright light that is pleasant to the eye. Laser headlights. BMW ConnectedDrive and 360° ELECTRIC.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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Local incentives may also be available; for example, the clean vehicle rebate in California is an additional $1,500 and Sonata Plug-in Hybrid is eligible for California’s Green Clean Air Vehicle Decals that allow access to the HOV lanes. A percentage SOC value is available on other user-selectable displays.) Hybrid mode.

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Volkswagen provides first technical details of Gen 8 Passat, including plug-in hybrid drive; multiple new assistance systems

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This engine will be available only with a new seven-speed DSG gearbox and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. All instruments were implemented virtually by software; only safety-related indicator lights are executed in hardware. The brightness of the display is automatically adapted to the ambient light. The display is interactive.

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