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Volkswagen introduces new Coasting 2.0 micro hybrid system and new natural gas engine at Vienna Motor Symposium

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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. seconds and its top speed has gone up by 10 km/h to 150 km/h (93 mph).

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Wegmans’ Warehouse Operations Launches 50 Fuel-Cell Powered Pallet Trucks

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Whether a gas tank is full or down to a quarter-tank, a car will travel at 60 mph. Not so when battery power is used, performance diminishes as the battery discharges. hydrogen fuel cell powered forklifts at Nestlé Waters North America in Dallas, Tex.; Dave Allar, Wegmans’ RSC maintenance manager.

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Honda unveils Fit EV concept and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform at Los Angeles Auto Show

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When the Fit EV production model is introduced, it will be powered by a lithium-ion battery and coaxial electric motor. The high-density motor is derived from the FCX Clarity fuel cell electric vehicle; the Fit EV will have a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h). Fully recharging the battery will take 2 to 2.5 and Google, Inc.

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Toyota starts taking orders for soon-to-be-launched Prius PHV plug-in hybrid in Japan; targeting 35,000-40,000 units per year

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These include a service that enables remote checking through smartphones of remaining battery power and charging station locations, and allows free use of chargers (G-Station) installed at Toyota dealers and other locations. The EV mode can be maintained up to 100 km/h (62 mph). Plug-in Hybrid System Specifications. Engine Type.

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Charley Boorman: myenergi HQ

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In the UK, zappi, eddi, harvi and hub are enabling homeowners, businesses to manage renewable energy generation, storage and consumption costs efficiently. There is so much enthusiasm right now around renewable energy and the opportunities we all have to create healthier, more sustainable lifestyles. “It POWER: 82 kW – 110 hp.

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Volkswagen presents status of fleet study in electromobility; latest generation of twïnDRIVE plug-in hybrid

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The primary goal of the project, which runs until June 2012, is consistently to utilize renewable energy sources for electrically powered vehicles. from renewable energy sources—to attain significant progress in environmental protection. In parallel, more and more electricity is being generated from solar and water power.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans reveals SUSTAINEER electric van technology demonstrator for sustainable urban mobility

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As of 2022, production will be carbon-neutral at all company-owned van factories worldwide from 2022 and only use electricity from renewable energy sources. The use of energy from renewable resources is an important factor in the life cycle of an electric vehicle in terms of preventing CO 2 emissions.

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