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BCG study finds conventional automotive technologies have high CO2 reduction potential at lower cost; stiff competition for electric cars

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Conventional automotive technologies have significant emission-reduction potential, according to a draft of the Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) latest report on automotive propulsion, Powering Autos to 2020. ICE-propelled vehicles. BCG expects pack costs for OEMs will fall to ~$360-440 per kWh by 2020. Source: BCG.

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Volt supporters hit back at criticism

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Around $750million is needed for near-term Volt development according to General Motors with the vehicle expected to hold a price tag of $40,000 when it is launched in 2010. However, advocacy groups have hit back branding the task force’s assessment as short-sighted.

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A More Detailed Look at a Prismatic Li-ion Cell and Pack Manufacturing Process

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The lithium-ion version of the THINK vehicle will have 384 cells in its 25 kWh battery pack and a range of more than 100 miles. Green Car Congress appreciates EnerDel’s cooperation in sharing their process with our readers. There are 384 cells in the vehicle. Sub-Pack prices. Battery module and sub-pack.

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