Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Even the rotor uses the renown Koenigsegg Aircore hollow carbon fiber technology (presently used in Koenigsegg’s rims, steering wheel, seats, etc). Fully sealed housing and quick connectors allow safe connection without opening the casing or using special tooling. The Terrier EV Drive Unit.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2013

BMW i presented a prototype of its second production vehicle, the i8 ( earlier post ), at a driving event at the BMW Group’s Miramas test track in France. Plug-in hybrid system of the i8: 3-cylinder engine in the rear, battery in the center, eDrive unit in the front. Prototype BMW i8 at the track. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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BMW Plug-in Engine Plug 281

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Mercedes-Benz presented the F125! Lithium-sulphur batteries (e.g., earlier post ), which Mercedes-Benz is examining in parallel with further development of the current lithium-ion battery and research into lithium-air technology. The connecting elements between these nodal points are formed by organic molecules known as Linkers.

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Mercedes Hydrogen Plug-in Plug 334

Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2012

Following on the presentation of the BMW i3 Concept and BMW i8 Concept coupé at the Frankfurt show in 2011 ( earlier post ), the BMW Group has introduced a third i Model: the BMW i8 Concept Spyder. With its battery fully charged, the BMW i8 Concept Spyder can cover up to 30 kilometers (19 miles) on electric power alone. Connectivity.

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Get Electric Vehicle

MAY 14, 2024

Luxury electric vehicles boast cutting-edge infotainment systems, advanced connectivity options, and state-of-the-art driver assistance technologies. Similarly, the BMW i8 incorporates recycled carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) in its construction, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle. #8

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Baua Electric

MARCH 13, 2024

These trends present exciting opportunities for the auto component industry. Additionally, focusing on continued collaboration between established players and new entrants including OEM will be crucial for the industry to fully capitalize on the opportunities presented. Uno Minda stands out as an early mover in this critical shift.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Optimized BMW eDrive technology delivers more power—total output increased to 369 hp (+12 hp)—and a refined high-voltage battery with increased capacity and range. For example, aluminum elements connecting the roof mechanism with the body of the first-ever BMW i8 Roadster are produced in a new 3D printing process.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2015

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi presented the Audi prologue concept car, featuring a mild hybrid powertrain with a 48V electrical subsystem. The lithium-ion battery pack in the rear storing 14.1 AWC technology provides energy from a floor plate which is connected to the power grid and which can be embedded on or into the asphalt.

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Cars That Think

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

The Ability Hand contains six motors housed in a carbon fiber casing. It has silicone fingers, a battery pack, and muscle sensors that are placed over the patient's residual limb. The Ability Hand is connected by Bluetooth to a smartphone app, which provides users another way to configure and control the hand's movements.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

The Li-ion battery pack is placed under the floor. The passenger cell forms the core of the Life module, which is built from carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP). Connectivity. The SIM card’s fixed installation ensures an optimum connection at all times throughout the vehicle’s life. BMW i3 Concept Coupé.

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BMW Connect Connected Concept 225

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MAY 2, 2010

Audi has presented a limited-production version of it R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT. The aluminum body panels are joined to the frame of extruded profiles and cast nodes by means of positive and friction connections. The long rear hatch is made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP)—an advantage of 6.6

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2016

Like its production-bound sibling the e-tron quattro battery-electric vehicle, the h-tron concept is based on Audi’s second-generation modular longitudinal platform (MLB evo, earlier post ). kWh HEV battery that can provide a temporary boost of 100 kW for combined peak system power of 210 kW. —Siegfried Pint. Earlier post.)

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Audi Concept Detroit Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2016

At the SAE 2015 World Congress, Toyota presented a set of four technical papers detailing some of the technology innovations used in Mirai fuel cell stack. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) The 2016 paper by Hasegawa et al. low voltage and high current). —Hasegawa et al. Work on the Electrode Catalyst.

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OCTOBER 20, 2014

draws its power from a lithium-ion battery pack behind the seats, which consists of consumer cells and provides a capacity of 13.5 The battery weighs approximately 85 kg (187 lbs) and can be recharged in only three to four hours on a 230 V connection. miles) for a single battery charge. HMI and connected services.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

At this year’s IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Mercedes-Benz is presenting preproduction models of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC F‑CELL ( earlier post ). F-CELL drivers will also benefit from a battery-powered range of up to 49 km (30.5 kWh (net) lithium-ion battery (13.8 miles) in the NEDC. miles) in the NEDC.

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Mercedes Plug-in Plug Fuel 186

Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2013

With the launch of the production BMW i3 battery-electric vehicle (also available with a range extender) looming, the BMW Group provided more details about the first series-produced model from its new i brand, offering customers electric mobility in a premium small car package. eDrive unit and battery pack. Cutaway of the BMW i3.

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Connect Connected BMW Electric 316

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

At the upcoming 2013 IAA in Frankfurt am Main, Audi will present the Audi Sport quattro concept show car—a coupé plug-in hybrid with a system output of 515 kW (700 hp). It draws its traction energy from a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery in the rear with a capacity of 14.1 The Audi Sport quattro concept. Click to enlarge.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 257

Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2013

In a simultaneous—and video linked—unveil in New York, London and Beijing, BMW introduced the production version of its i3 battery-electric vehicle on Monday. The production version of the i3. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) The 22 kWh Li-ion pack is integrated below the floor—the i3 has no tunnel or center console.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2014

The e-Golf (“Das e-Auto” earlier post ), the Volkswagen brand’s second series production battery-electric vehicle after the e-up!, Put another way, Volkswagen’s goal, based on its strategic approach, is for the e-Golf to deliver the performance and handling of a Golf which happens to have a battery-electric powertrain. The e-Golf.

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Batteries Battery MPH All-Electric 356

Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2014

Designing the Mach-II to achieve the targeted reduction of 50% from baseline is difficult, and the team has not reached the goal of 761 kg curb weight yet, said Tim Skszek from Vehma during his presentation on the Mach-II project at the DOE Annual Merit Review this week in Washington, DC. Forged aluminum connecting rods saved 40%.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Two tanks with a three-layer structure made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic and other materials are used to store hydrogen at 70 MPa (approximately 700 bars or 10,000 psi). Middle layer: carbon fiber reinforced plastic (structural element). Electric traction motor and battery. High-pressure Hydrogen Tanks.

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Prius Toyota Hydrogen Carbon Fiber 296

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The Polestar 1 was built between 2019 and 2021 as a low-volume electric performance hybrid GT with a carbon fiber body, 609 hp, 1,000 N·m and an electric-only range of 124 km (WLTP)— the longest of any hybrid car in the world. Polestar has produced two electric performance cars.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Fuel cell technology is running in comepetition with long-range battery electric vehicles. The protons migrate through the membrane to the cathode, where they react with the oxygen present in air to form water vapor. kWh battery pack and an additional electric motor in the rear. mi) by a battery with a capacity of 8.8

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Audi Hydrogen Fuel Concept 278

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

(This sounds similar in concept, if not in instantiation, to Volkswagen’s Think New strategy’s focus on electric, autonomous, connected and intuitively usable cars, with the new I.D. The “Generation EQ” concept vehicle, with the appearance of a sporty SUV coupé, previews a new generation of vehicles with battery-electric drives.

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Mercedes Concept Production Electric 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2015

The Audi TFSI intake valves close much earlier than usual; in connection with increased pressure in the intake manifold, this reduces throttling losses. The third layer made of glass fiber helps visualize any external influences. They are permanently active but only one of them is connected to the engine. Internal connectivity.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2016

Like the BMW eDrive technology on the plug-in hybrid of the new BMW 7 Series, the intelligent lightweight design featuring carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) is also based on expertise forged in the development of BMW i cars. Electronically switchable engine mounts provide the connection with the body. kWh (net capacity: 6.5

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Audi presented a range of its ongoing work on electromobility and efficiency—from fuels and systems to full vehicles—under the “Future Performance Days 2015” banner. The lithium-ion battery comprises 168 prismatic cells and is liquid-cooled. On the full vehicle side, Audi put forward the Audi Q7 e-tron 3.0

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2014

AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M) For the purposes of this AOI, a carbon fiber composite is defined as a composite that combines carbon fiber with polymer resin. Carbon Fiber Composite Targets.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 21, 2016

This FOA contains a total of 11 Areas of Interest (AOIs) and focuses on advanced light-weighting; advanced battery development; low cost electric motor development; enabling technologies for high efficiency engines; and support for EV deployment and AFV workplace safety programs. Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Through a chemical process, electricity is created to power the motor and charge the lithium-ion battery (in Toyota’s case, not all FCEVs use battery storage). The three-month trial for the 2 GB Wi-Fi connection was a nice touch. High Voltage Battery – 10 years/150,000 miles. inch touchscreen. Fueling Experience.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

The PHEV does not require the heavy, costly batteries required by other electric cars, nor does it suffer from a limited range or poor freeway performance. At present, PHEV technology alone is equipped to improve the current electric grid. In this paper PHEV refers solely to the long-range PHEV of 60 miles (100 km) electric-only range.)

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 6, 2015

research vehicle from 2011 ( earlier post ), and combines on-board generation of electricity with an exceptionally powerful and compact high-voltage battery. Passengers can interact intuitively with the connected vehicle through gestures, eye-tracking or by touching the high-resolution screens. The drive system in the 2011 F 125!,

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Mercedes Concept Hybrid Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2022

Traveling from Sindelfingen across the Swiss Alps and Northern Italy, to its destination of Cassis on the Côte d’Azur, the VISION EQXX electric concept ( earlier post ) from Mercedes-Benz covered more than 1,000 km (621 miles) in everyday traffic on a single battery charge. Another is the battery.

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