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Kia launching new diesel 48V mild-hybrid powertrain in 2018 on Sportage; more models to come

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The EcoDynamics+ diesel mild-hybrid system is paired with Kia’s Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) active emissions control technology, reducing CO 2 emissions by up to 4% on the new Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), and up to 7% on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC).

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Sion Li-S battery pack powers electric UAV on 11-day flight

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Sion Power announced that its proprietary lithium sulfur (Li-S) batteries played a critical role in the Airbus Defence and Space Zephyr 7 prototype High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) aircraft completing a southern hemisphere winter weather flight of more than 11 days duration controlled by satellite communications. Earlier post.).

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Hyundai’s electric air taxi flying cars land in 2028, but does humanity want them?

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But it’s polarising technology. We’re told flying cars/taxis are a solution to congested urban roads, but anyone who has had their peace – and privacy – shattered by a little video drone whining overhead will likely shudder at the thought of giant people-carrying ones darkening our skies.

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EVs & Camping: How Well They Go Along ?

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Modern EVs are the epitome of technology available at the moment. Thus, you get to reap all the benefits of modern technology when disconnected from modern life. Whether you’re cruising through scenic routes or setting up camp, the peaceful ambience of the great outdoors remains undisturbed when you are using an EV. #3.

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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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eFlite, the Pacifica Hybrid’s distinguishing technology, is an in-house FCA US innovation. The battery pack, covered by up to a 10-year/150,000-mile transferable warranty, may be fully recharged via the 6.6-kWh Charging times can be scheduled by the customer for optimal electricity usage, taking advantage of off-peak rates.

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Tier 1 HELLA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for 48V mild hybrid vehicles

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PowerGenix, the developer of nickel-zinc (NiZn) rechargeable batteries ( earlier post ), has signed a product evaluation contract with HELLA, a Tier 1 supplier to major automotive manufacturers worldwide. billion market for energy storage devices, according to a 2012 Lux Research report on micro and mild hybrids.

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False Starts: The Story of Vehicle-to-Grid Power

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The experiment seemed to prove the feasibility of the technology. Around the same time, however, General Motors and other automakers were in the process of decommissioning their battery EV fleets, the key component of V2G. And indeed, that’s how promoters of vehicle-to-grid technology perceive the EV.

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