Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2022

Now dubbed B58TU2, the new Miller cycle six-cylinder features redesigned intake ports and combustion chambers, electronically controlled VANOS variable camshaft timing, and 48-volt mild hybrid technology. The 760i xDrive combines the power of the 4.4-liter liter TwinPower Turbo V8 with BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 2, 2023

The contactors that Rheinmetall will be supplying are designed for 900-volt architecture and will be introduced to the German automaker’s lineup by 2025. platform will use 900-volt. Mercedes first showed off their next-generation 900-volt architecture in January 2022 with its EQXX concept EV.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 29, 2010

I took a short test drive yesterday in the Chevrolet Volt, GM’s range-extended vehicle that can go 25 to 50 miles on battery power before switching over to gas. The Volt will go into production in mid-November and hit dealerships a few weeks later, just in time to compete.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Annual Energy Outlook 2012 (AEO2012) includes a High Technology Battery case that examines the potential impacts of significant breakthroughs in battery electric vehicle technology on the cost and price of all types of battery powered electric vehicles. Recharging times.

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Batteries Battery Gasoline-Electric Recharge 240

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2009

Moreover, our battery team is already starting work on new concepts that will further decrease the cost of the Volt battery pack quite substantially in a second-generation Volt pack. This will lead to even greater adoption of plug-ins and a new way forward for our industry.

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The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

A 92-kilowatt-hour battery and a 130-kilowatt generator combine to bring the juice. Ram is touting a total system horsepower of 663 with 615 lb-ft of torque and a range of 690 miles. Or the EDMs can use generator power AND battery power for, uh, max power (apologies to Homer Simpson). Sound familiar?

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Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

. “A coalition of auto makers, battery manufacturers, utility operators and shipping companies wants the U.S. A coalition of auto makers, battery manufacturers, utility operators and shipping companies wants the U.S. cents per mile traveled, compared with 12 cents per mile for a gas-powered car, advocates say.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2017

The Panamera plug-in hybrids (Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive) have a purely electric range of up to 50 kilometers (31 miles). The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid flagship model delivers exceptional performance and maximum efficiency, with a four-liter V8 engine and an electric motor generating a system power of 680 hp.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

Plug-in Hybrids As bigger batteries were needed for plug-in hybrids, lithium-ion has become the battery of choice Regular hybrids can be driven short distances at speeds up to 40 miles on battery power alone, but plug-in hybrids can drive, depending on make and model, anywhere from 15 to 53 miles using only electricity.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 23, 2007

F or those who think that GM is not serious about its new PHEV , the Volt , here is a piece that makes you think they are: The Volt To Be Lutz's Legacy May 21, 2007 So, I heard General Motors’ Bob Lutz on National Public Radio’s “Wait. The Volt is the plug-in hybrid car GM showed at last January’s Detroit Auto Show.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2017

Volkswagen is also highlighting its spectrum of efficiency and electrification solutions all the way to further optimized battery-powered propulsion as in the new e-Golf and the coming new MEB-based electric vehicles exemplified by its series of I.D. High-voltage battery system of the new Volkswagen e-Golf. liters/100 km.

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All Cars Electric

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

car buyers, GM is convinced that a range-extended electric vehicle--its 2011 Chevrolet Volt, to be specific--is the best solution to meeting the needs of drivers who may need to go further than the 40 miles a Volt will do on battery power.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2009

The Gen 1 Volt 16 kWh pack, comprising more than 200 cells grouped into modules. They also delivered an update on the progress of the Volt’s development cycle. Undertray of the Volt, showing the integration of the T-. shaped battery pack as a structural element. The current state of the Volt. Click to enlarge.

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Volt GM Future Batteries 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

kWh lithium-ion battery pack (from the Jetta Hybrid), which stores the kinetic energy recovered from regenerative braking; assists in the starting phase of the fuel cell; and adds a dynamic boost to the maximum acceleration of the Golf SportWagen. The fuel cell and battery power an electric motor adapted from the e-Golf.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 16, 2015

Chevrolet went out on a limb back in 2010 when it introduced the 2011 Chevy Volt extended-range electric vehicle. Now it’s taking a much riskier step by showing off the upcoming battery-powered Bolt—a pure electric car with a promised 200-mile range.

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Chevrolet Concept Electric Cars Extended Range 60

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

The battery system is liquid-cooled and operates at 356 volts. kW rate of charge for rapid recharging characteristics, with an estimated range of 258 miles based on internal testing. A battery warmer system is standard on SEL Convenience models and above. Gasoline powertrains.

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SUV Hyundai Gasoline-Electric Electric 243

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2016

Shortly, smart will be the only automaker worldwide to offer its entire model range both powered by internal combustion engines or operating on battery power. Mercedes-Benz will put the first fuel-cell-powered vehicle with plug-in technology into series production: the GLC F-CELL. 48-Volt Battery.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

The Fit EV will achieve an estimated 100-mile ()161 km) driving range per charge using the US LA4 city cycle (70 miles (113 km) when applying EPA’s adjustment factor). In addition to the 3-mode E-Drive system, the Fit EV will include several interactive coaching systems to assist the driver in maximizing battery range.

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Los Angeles Honda Plug-in Plug 273

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 8, 2021

Top speed is rated at 60 miles per hour—plenty for urban living, considering these are not freeway legal rides. As with battery-powered cars, a low center of gravity delivers great handling, too. Many electric bikes have built-in batteries, which means you need to charge outside or in your garage. Range and Power.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). No other minivan has ever come close to this rating. (As Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 13, 2010

(CPI), a wholly owned subsidiary of LG Chem, as the supplier of lithium-ion battery packs for the 2011 Ford Focus Electric for the US market. CPI/LG Chem are also supplying the battery packs for the Chevrolet Volt. Focus Electric will have a targeted range of up to 100 miles per full charge with zero tailpipe emissions.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 4, 2015

seconds and offers a range of more than 500 kilometers (311 miles). In addition to their high efficiency, power density and uniform power development, the motors can develop their full power even after multiple accelerations at short intervals. The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in under 3.5

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 17, 2010

And the first Chevrolet Volts (pictured) — GM’s model that can go up to 50 miles on battery power before switching to its gas “range extender” It’s official: Electric cars for the mass consumer crowd have arrived.

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Electric Cars Volt Chevrolet GM 73

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

seconds vs. Cayenne S E-Hybrid) on to a ¼ mile time of 13.3 In addition, the battery is charged as quickly as possible to ensure maximum performance. Power is stored in a 14.1 kWh battery pack housed in the rear of the chassis beneath the load floor. Using a 230-volt, 32 amp connection and the optional 7.2

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Cars That Think

MARCH 18, 2022

Starting this year, thousands of battery-powered electric drive Volkswagen vehicles capable of both loading and offloading current—bidirectional charging, as industry calls it—have been rolling off production lines in eastern Germany. GM produces the Chevy Volt and GMC Hummer EV and is preparing its 2023 launch of the Silverado EV.)

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

kWh Lithium Ion Polymer battery powering a 27 kW, 270 volt AC synchronous permanent magnet electric motor outputting 35 hp (26 kW) and 100 lb-ft (136 N·m) of torque to the rear wheels and bringing total output to 220 hp (164 kW) and 285 lb-ft (386 N·m) of torque. liter gasoline Soul.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

After driving the 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance AWD for about 40 miles, she emphatically said this is the car she wants. Starting in 2025 they will have no new internal combustion engine models, then by 2030 will only sell battery-powered cars and SUVs. The Advance can go 248 miles while the Performance is rated by the U.S.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

In addition to delivering a 64% savings in operating costs compared to conventional diesel trucks, the Canter E-Cells also reduced CO 2 emissions by 37% compared to diesel, taking into account the current power production mix in Portugal. All in all, the eight vehicles travelled 51,500 kilometers (32,000 miles) without any problems.

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Portugal Power Powered CO2 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2009

GM Europe staged the world premieres of the Opel Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt, and the Chevrolet Spark mini-car, at the Geneva Motor Show. The Ampera is an extended range electric vehicle based on the Voltec technology used in the Chevrolet Volt. The Ampera goes on sale in Europe in 2011, the Spark in early 2010.

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Chevrolet GM Europe Li-ion 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

meter long Flextreme GT/E concept illustrates the application of GM’s extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) technology to large or mid-size vehicles, as well as compact cars such as the upcoming Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt. Earlier post.). Average gasoline fuel consumption is estimated at 1.6

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Extended Range Concept Range Electric Vehicles 199

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

The Turbo S has a range of up to 412 kilometers (256 miles), and the Turbo a range of up to 450 kilometers (280 miles) (according to WLTP in each case). The Taycan is the first production vehicle with a system voltage of 800 volts instead of the usual 400 volts for electric cars.

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Porsche Cars Electric Electrical 249

Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2013

The power electronics unit is integrated in the front engine compartment above the DSG unit and operates at a voltage level of around 375 V. A DC/DC converter supplies the body electrical system with the 12 Volt electrical power it requires. l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel. Click to enlarge.

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EV Info

MARCH 26, 2021

Having an EV you learn about the basics of electric power, charge rates and kilowatt-hours or KWh. . For example the LEAF has a 24 KWh battery pack, and a full pack is good for around 100 miles. Very basic maths gives the LEAF a power usage of close to 4 miles per KWh. A quick note on power compared to energy.

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Solar Power Powered Grid 81

Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

The Volt and plug-in hybrid vehicle are two of 14 hybrid and electric vehicles GM plans to offer by 2012. Based on the current restructuring plan, GM is accelerating the wind-down or sale of Saturn to the end of this year. Earlier post.). So while it may seem at times we’re taking a step back, we’re really taking two steps forward.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 13, 2010

s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. Lutz — whose company was accused in Mr. Paine’s original movie of being the prime suspect -– is now a strong proponent of E.V.’s s, but discarded the idea as unnecessary.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The Volt drive unit combines two motors and three clutches to deliver four distinct operating modes to maximize efficiency and provide a seamless driving experience. The Volt could also be called a plug-in series hybrid, depending upon your taxonomic preference.). The range extender pushes that to approximately 350 miles (563 km).

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Extended Range Volt Motor Motors 344

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 19, 2009

The 5 kWh L5 pack, built with A123Systems’ nanophosphate Li-ion batteries, supports fuel economy of up to 100 mpg for 30-40 miles within the electrically assisted driving range. Recharging requires about five hours through a standard 110-volt electrical outlet.

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