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Think the plug-in Ford Ranger PHEV isn’t capable enough? I just drove one up an active volcano in Iceland!

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The plug-in Ford managed the task using battery power alone, and this being Iceland, said battery was charged using hydro and geothermal power. That’s more powerful than any diesel Ranger, and more torque even than the bonkers Ranger Raptor. If not, back we go to using the petrol engine to recharge the battery.

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DOE announces $26.6M SBIR/STTR FY15 Phase 1 Release 2 awards; fuel cells, batteries, power electronics and efficient combustion engines

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Of these, 16 are vehicle-related, encompassing projects developing batteries, power electronics and improved combustion engine technology including on-board reformers, and two are specifically hydrogen fuel cell-related. The US Department of Energy (DOE) has selected 162 projects to receive about $26.6 Earlier post.) 149,999.70.

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Nissan introduces the e-NV2000 electric van

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The battery mounting assembly also helps boost the torsional and lateral stiffness of the vehicle by 20% and 35% respectively over NV200. The battery can be recharged overnight using a domestic 16-amp single-phase 3.3 dCi-powered NV200, with final figures to be confirmed later this year. kW/32-amp supply is used.

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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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KSPG shows new compact two-cylinder range extender for EVs, variable valve system

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A bridge technology such as a range extender could expedite market entry for a new generation of battery-powered vehicles and support legislators in their efforts to reduce CO 2 emissions, KSPG suggests. The advantages of such power units lie in the fact that they reduce battery size and costs and lower additional related weight.

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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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China R&D company introduces micro-turbine range extender technology at Geneva

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Techrules, a new China-based automotive R&D company, made its global debut at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show with the unveiling of a Turbine-Recharging Electric Vehicle (TREV) series hybrid system applied in a 6-motor, all-wheel drive supercar concept. The battery powers the motors that drive the wheels.

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