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XL1 dive and drive: Volkswagen aggressively optimizes for efficiency in its sleek diesel plug-in hybrid

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The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L Power and torque curves for the XL1. SGL is partnering with BMW in a joint venture to produce carbon fiber for automotive applications; BMW owns 15.6%

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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Their outer skin is made from aluminum-coated polymer and this in turn brings weight advantages. In terms of the performance of the battery system, the individual strengths and weaknesses of both concepts cancel each other out. These components have a high-voltage electric drive and are powered by the fuel cell.

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What are Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles? Will They Replace BEVs?

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The fuel cell’s electricity then powers an electric motor, which drives the vehicle like a BEV. Like BEVs, FCEVs’ exhaust produces no smog-forming or climate-changing emissions; the sole result is water. The most common type of fuel cell for vehicle applications is the polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell.