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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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In “Sport” mode, the battery charge is always maintained at a minimum level to ensure that sufficient boost reserve capacity is available when needed. In addition, the battery is charged as quickly as possible to ensure maximum performance. Power is stored in a 14.1 Using a 230-volt, 32 amp connection and the optional 7.2

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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The battery pack, covered by up to a 10-year/150,000-mile transferable warranty, may be fully recharged via the 6.6-kWh kWh on-board charger in as little as two hours using a 240-volt (Level 2) charger, available from Mopar through dealers. Click to enlarge. The vehicle also benefits from regenerative braking.

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The Volvo Recharge

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A nother major manufacturer is unveiling their PHEV at a car show. Volvo Cars is introducing the Volvo ReCharge Concept , a plug-in hybrid with individual electric wheel motors and batteries that can be recharged via a regular electrical outlet for maximum environmental benefit. This time, it's Volvo.

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Volt for Real?

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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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Dominion Virginia Power Tests Plug-In Hybrid Cars, Hybrid Bucket Trucks

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A Dominion PHEV Prius and hybrid bucket truck. Dominion Virginia Power has added two plug-in electric hybrid cars and two hybrid-powered bucket trucks to its fleet as part of its efforts to determine the impact of plug-in vehicles on electricity demand and to find ways to conserve energy and reduce vehicle emissions.

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DOE to Award Up to $2.4B for Advanced Batteries, Electric Drive Components, and Electric Drive Vehicle Demonstration/Deployment Projects

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billion in federal funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) in support of the development of advanced electric drive vehicles (EDVs) including plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV), electric vehicles (EV), and fuel cell vehicles (FCV). Transportation Sector Electrification.

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PIP Declares Victory

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PHEV s allow for optimization of readily available clean-energy resources and represent a sustainable transportation solution that can be delivered today. The operational technology has been perfected and the battery technology is maturing. PHEV s address all needs. the year that the Volt should arrive in showrooms.