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Chevy Volt Delivers Novel Two-Motor, Four-Mode Extended Range Electric Drive System; Seamless Driver Experience Plus Efficiency

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We’re almost repurposing an internal combustion engine to provide this very unique type of propulsion. Two of the clutches are used to either lock the ring gear of the planetary gear-set or connect it to the generator/motor depending on the mode. As vehicle speed increases, motor speed and losses also increase. Click to enlarge.

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It’s a Toyota Aurion for the EV generation! Large electric Toyota bZ7 sedan confirmed for China, but we’re still waiting

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READ MORE: Toyota locks-in futuristic electric HiLux and LandCruiser EV for 2026 debut in Europe, but will battery-powered ute and rugged SUV make in Down Under? Slow-selling Tesla Model Y rival gets more power, extra range and smooth styling. READ MORE: Toyota bZ4X updated! 2025 Toyota bZ7.

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Lucid Motors says Lucid Air to be the fastest charging EV yet; 900V+ architecture, up to 20 miles/minute charging

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Lucid Motors announced the Lucid Air will be the fastest charging electric vehicle yet offered with the capability to charge at rates of up to 20 miles per minute. For owners charging their Lucid Air in real-world conditions on the road, that can translate into 300 miles of range in just 20 minutes of charging.

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Wärtsilä providing HY hybrid modules for Swedish port tug; first vessel operating with Wärtsilä HY solution

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It will be capable of operating on battery power when in transit. The vessel will be capable of being completely independent from additional charging facilities, since re-charging of the energy storage system will be automatically managed by the Energy Management System, the “brain” of the Wärtsilä HY.

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Flicking the Switch on Truck Charging

CleanTechnica EVs

Why connecting truck charging stations to the electricity grid is technically and economically feasible. Truck makers are now focusing on bringing battery-powered trucks to the mass market for all vehicle segments, and including long-haul starting from 2024. Originally published on Transport & Environment.

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Kia launching new diesel 48V mild-hybrid powertrain in 2018 on Sportage; more models to come

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kWh 48-volt lithium-ion battery and a new Mild-Hybrid Starter-Generator (MHSG). Connected by a belt to the diesel engine’s crankshaft, under acceleration the MHSG provides up to 10kW of electric power assistance to the powertrain in motor mode, reducing engine load and emissions.

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Fiat introduces 2013 Fiat 500e EV at LA Auto Show; forget the Eco button

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A 24 kWh liquid-cooled/heated Li-ion battery powers an 83 kW permanent-magnet, three-phase synchronous drive motor with 147 lb-ft (200 N·m) of torque. Charge time is less than 4 hour charge time with the Level 2 (240 volt) on-board charging module (OBCM). Park is enabled by a novel parking mechanism.

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