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Consortium successfully runs silicon carbide multiport DC-DC converter in EV

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Silicon Carbide multiport DC-DC converter fitted to the Tata Vista EV. A consortium led by motorsport and technology company Prodrive has successfully run a silicon carbide-based multiport DC-DC converter in an electric car. Electric (Battery) Power Electronics' Click to enlarge.

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Battery-Powered NAWA Racer, SEVEN Concept, Solaris Charging Park, Concept Recharge

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A123: Increasing 48V battery power up to ~25 kW enables advanced mild hybrid capabilities with greater fuel savings

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Improving battery power to such as level would further enable hybridization to near-HEV levels as well as engine downsizing, thereby enabling fuel economy improvements beyond the current 10-15% MHEV limit. To address these needs, the A123 team presented a high-power, lithium-iron-phosphate chemistry with excellent rate capabilities.

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Mazda’s first EV MX-30 coming to US market in fall 2021; series-hybrid version with rotary engine to follow

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The battery-powered MX-30 will begin the introduction of additional electrified models, including a series plug-in hybrid with a rotary generator for MX-30, a plug-in hybrid for our new large platform, and a traditional hybrid for our new American-made crossover.

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks showcases new applications for eActros for heavy-duty distribution transport

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The batteries consist of either three (eActros 300) or four battery packs (eActros 400), each of which offers an installed capacity of 112 kWh and a usable capacity of around 97 kWh. With four battery packs, the eActros 400 has a range of up to 400 kilometers.

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2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger: Charge It Up

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Or the EDMs can use generator power AND battery power for, uh, max power (apologies to Homer Simpson). There is apparently no mechanical connection between the V6 and the wheels. A power inverter module connects to a junction box. A power inverter module connects to a junction box.

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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The fully variable drive system is intelligently connected with the system of powertrain and chassis control functions, whose extremely quick and precise responses help to sustain forward momentum even in adverse road and weather conditions. Adaptive recuperation is the default setting in driving position D.

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