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Protean Electrics retrofitted through-the-road plug-in hybrid van showing significant fuel economy gains

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A European-based Vauxhall Vivaro van retrofitted with Protean Electric’s electric wheel motors ( earlier post )applied in a through-the-road plug-in hybrid system (TTRH) has shown a more than three-fold improvement in fuel economy in hybrid mode over a conventional Vivaro on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Click to enlarge.

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Video Friday: Mini Pupper

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The basic kit is $250, which includes just the custom parts, so you'll need to add your own 3D printed parts, some of the electronics, and the battery. A complete Mini Pupper kit is $500, or get it fully assembled for an extra $60. Paper ] Hyundai Motor Group has introduced its first project with Boston Dynamics.

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