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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The 760i xDrive combines the power of the 4.4-liter The new V8 borrows technology from BMW Motorsport, and features a new exhaust manifold, external oil cooling, and further developed turbocharging. Energy is no longer supplied to the two electric motors in this state, meaning no battery power is consumed.

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More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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Combined with a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, the adoption of the Atkinson Cycle offers significant gains in fuel efficiency and the reduction of emissions. This creates a high expansion ratio for less compression, reducing intake and exhaust energy losses and converting combustion energy to engine power more effectively.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review: Plug-in SUV saves money, comes at a cost

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Only when you exhaust battery charge will it inform you this pure EV mode is no longer possible. With PHEVs at their most fuel-saving at low speeds, this ensures you don’t exhaust your battery before reaching built-up areas with slower traffic and more stop-starts. How do I charge the battery?

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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Further extensive lightweight design measures have resulted in such features as titanium connecting rods, thin-wall, low-pressure casting on the crank case and the cylinder heads, a high-strength, lightweight steel crankshaft with 180 degrees crankpin offset and the extremely thin-walled alloy steel/nickel exhaust system.

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Personal: I Built the Ultimate Checklist for a Successful Road Trip

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Driving for extended periods of time can be exhausting, but it can also be a lot of fun, particularly if you have the right equipment to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. Power Inverter : If you need to charge your laptop camera, or other electronic devices while you are traveling, investing in a power inverter can be a godsend.

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Prius v first member of expanded family to go on sale in US; 58% more cargo space than original Prius, with 42 mpg combined

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The Hybrid Synergy Drive system in the Prius v uses two high-output motors, one 60 kW (80 hp) unit that mainly works to power the compact, lightweight transaxle and another smaller motor that mainly works as the electric power source. Maximum motor drive voltage is 650 volts DC.

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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 power electronics system manages the flow of high voltage energy to and from the battery or electric motor and converts direct current to alternating current. The XL1’s 12-volt electrical system is supplied via a DC/DC converter and a small auxiliary battery. Power and torque curves for the XL1.

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