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Jaguar has unveiled the C-X75 concept, an extended range electric vehicle that uses twin gas micro-turbines from Bladon Jets to power two switched reluctance generators from SR Drives. seconds, and 80-145 km/h (50-90 mph) in 2.3 The driver and passenger are seated ahead of a sealed airbox that houses the micro gas-turbines.
Audi is adding a new member to its A3 family: the A3 Sportback 30 g-tron natural gas vehicle. Operation with natural gas or biomethane makes the compact model economical and more climate-friendly with low emissions. With full gas tanks, the car has an NEDC range of up to 495 (307.6 The A3 Sportback 30 g-tron 1.5
Audi will introduce the compact A3 Sportback g-tron—which can be powered by the CO 2 -neutral Audi e-gas, synthetic methane generated from eco-electricity in the Audi e-gas project ( earlier post )—at the end of the year. The e-gas fuel will be produced in the power-to-gas plant in Werlte, Germany.
Turbo ecoFLEX natural gas version has been fitted with gas tanks made of composite material including carbonfiber. The new tank system can now hold 25 kg of natural gas, increasing the range in the CNG mode by 25%. The new natural gas Zafira Tourer will offer a range of up to 530 km (329 miles).
Based on a 1933 Ford Roadster, this Hot Rod is intended to showcase the possibilities and the performance of using natural gas in a fun and unique way. Based on engine power and gear ratios, the estimated acceleration from 0-60 mph is 2.5 seconds, with 0-100 mph in less than 5 seconds. CarbonFiber HRE racing wheels.
Audi has introduced the natural-gas-fueled A4 Avant g-tron; dealers in Europe will begin taking orders for the midsize model starting in early summer 2017. Additionally, Audi is now offering e-gas to power the A3 Sportback g-tron as standard; customers will pay only the regular natural gas price. mph) in just 8.5
BER [Berlin Brandenburg Airport] is an ideal partner as it possesses the world’s first CO 2 neutral gas station. The Total gas station provides green hydrogen produced from wind energy by Enertrag. The 73kW/100hp engine unit delivers an acceleration rate of 0 to 100 km/h in twelve seconds with a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph).
Audi’s two latest natural-gas alternatives in the midsize category—the new A4 Avant g-tron ( earlier post ) and the new A5 Sportback g-tron—are now available for order in Europe. kilograms of gas per 100 kilometers, with CO 2 emissions of 102 grams per kilometer (164.2 mph) (A4 Avant g-tron: 223 km/h (138.6
In a new departure, the A5 Sportback is also available as a bivalent g-tron, which customers can run on either Audi e-gas ( earlier post ), natural gas or gasoline. The tanks for the gas fuel in the A5 Sportback g-tron are located beneath the rearward structure. lb) of gas per 100 kilometers (62.1 Audi e-gas.
Relocating the air intake manifold and optimizing the gas channel separator electrodes and seals has resulted in a 12% increase in power output over the first-gen stack (128 kW, up from 114 kW). The Mirai provides excellent everyday driving performance, for example accelerating from 25 mph to 45 mph in 2.8
In both cases, the technical package includes exhaust gas recirculation, oxidation catalytic converter and diesel particulate filter. In coast-down, activated by the driver taking his or her foot off the gas pedal (car coasts, TDI engine is shut off). The car features a safety frame of aluminium, steel and carbonfiber.
The standard, start-stop system has also been further improved and comes with new features to reduce fuel consumption further: When the driver stops at a red light, the engine can already be deactivated below 7 kilometers an hour (4 mph); 3 km/h for the A4 3.0 seconds and on to a top speed of 210 km/h (131 mph). mph) for the Sedan; 7.5
The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbonfiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The XL1 has a top speed (electronically controlled) of 160 km/h (99 mph); cruising at a constant 100 km/h the XL1 uses only 8.3 kWh to cover more than 0.6
With only a 15 kW motor, the vehicle reaches a maximum speed of 120 km/h (75 mph). The passenger compartment consists of carbonfiber-reinforced plastic, while aluminum is used in the front, rear and room frame. has a range of around 160 kilometers (99 miles) and can accommodate two people with luggage. Click to enlarge.
seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).NEDC With inner surfaces of up to 10,000 m 2 per gram—the current status of research—MOFs are attractive for numerous applications: they are suitable as gas cleaners for fuel cells, for example, and also, as envisaged for the F125!, This accelerates the F 125!
The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbonfiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost CarbonFiber. AOI 2: Lightweighting Materials. Subtopics include: Low-Cost Development of Magnesium.
The 2025 Panamera lineup recently expanded with two new variants, including the gas-only GTS and Turbo S E-Hybrid. second 0-60 mph time for the Turbo S E-Hybrid, making it two-tenths quicker than its Turbo counterpart. second 0-60 mph time for the Turbo S E-Hybrid, making it two-tenths quicker than its Turbo counterpart.
The pressure plate forms a gas-tight and water-tight seal around the stack housing. The hydrogen needed to supply the fuel cell is stored in two 700-bar tanks made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). In coasting overrun and braking phases, the motor also serves as a generator, feeding energy back into a power battery.
The EPA-estimated all-electric range is up to 25 miles at up to 84 mph. A number of details throughout the hybrid powertrain contribute to its efficiency, including an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system with a cooler; a smaller, lighter, quieter hybrid system water pump, and an exhaust heat recirculation system that speeds engine warm-up.
To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbonfiber reinforced polymer. In pure electric mode, the 918 Spyder accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in seven seconds and can reach speeds of up to 93 mph. Hybrids Plug-ins'
Roadster Sport with optional clear-coat carbonfiber top. Listen to what Elon says: “The Roadster Sport does 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 The point here is that efficiency and power in the EV world come from tweaking the wiring of motors and better batteries, not in increasing the bore of cylinders and higher octane gas.
Though electric vehicles can be brutally quick and offer staggering performance, there’s nothing like the sound of a howling exhaust and a rowdy gas engine. Staggered 19-inch (Giulia) or 21-inch (Stelvio) wheels hide gold brake calipers, and the cars get an exposed carbon roof.& It remains a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter
Ariel has announced the all-new Hipercar EV, or High Performance Carbon Reduction, that is scheduled to be available in 2024. The old gas version was a gas. seconds; 100 mph in 4.4 Here is what we know so far. Performance. Single Motor: Rear Wheel Drive. 590 horsepower 664 pound-feet of torque. Pricing and Availability.
The ultimate goal—one that Volkswagen Group and brand executives consistently emphasize—is to enable “bumper-to-bumper” production of brand models equipped with different drive systems (gasoline, diesel, natural gas, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric and fuel cell) using the same production line. Earlier post.). Bottom left.
mph) as long as traffic is slow-moving. An outer skin made from carbonfiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) encases the inner aluminum shell. It follows the A3 Sportback g-tron as the brand’s second model to use natural gas or climate-friendly Audi e-gas. lb-ft) of system torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1
In 2010, Jaguar introduced a similar concept, the C-X75 extended range electric vehicle that used twin gas micro-turbines from Bladon Jets to power two switched reluctance generators from SR Drives. seconds, 350 km/h (217 mph) restricted top speed). The body structure is also lightweight carbonfiber, including the dihedral doors.
This results in a 0-60 time of four seconds (it felt quicker) and a top speed of 155 mph, which we didn’t quite get to, lifting-off at 120 mph. CarbonFiber Exterior. Carbonfiber curves. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.
mph) in less than seven seconds; its top speed is governed at 200 km/h (124.3 Every tank is made up of several layers: the inner tank made with gas-tight polyamide is wrapped in carbonfiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP). With 550 N·m (405.7 mi)—i.e., about 6 kg.
Doing so will take about 15 seconds and can be done at speeds up to 31 mph. Should the temperature drop or the sky darken, you can close the top (again at speeds up to 31 mph) in about 16 seconds. And once that top is dropped, you might find your right foot goosing the gas to get revs whenever possible. That sound is addictive.
In addition to improving 0-to-60 mph and quarter-mile times, this zero-delay acceleration response allows the driver to experience a heightened sense of G-loading. The TMU is geared to support acceleration up to 200 km/h (124 mph), but continues to support Direct Yaw Control at all vehicle speeds. CarbonFiber Core Floor.
The exhaust gas and compressor turbines are separated from one another and located at an optimum position to the exhaust side and to the intake side of the V6 engine, and connected to one another by a shaft. The Mercedes-AMG Project ONE will make its world première at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt/Main.
and the variability in the gas-exchange cycle brought about by the VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS technology, this has resulted in a major improvement in engine efficiency. The all-new BMW 7 Series will be offered in the US exclusively as a long wheelbase version. Together with an increase in the compression ratio from 10.0
Lexus aims to increase rigidity with additional front and rear underfloor braces, a carbonfiber scuff plate is now part of the optional Sport Package, and a new Iridium hue brings the total number of color options to nine. The hybrid is rated at 354 hp , which is sent to the rear wheels and enables a Lexus-estimated 0-60 mph of 4.7
That should be enough for many people to never need the gas engine during their daily commute. The first was the car wont stay in electric-only mode while going 121 mph down the Autobahn. Mercedes said the systems capable of operating in electric-only mode at speeds of up to 87 mph. This wasnt tested.
The Lyriq-V’s 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds quicker than the gas-guzzling supercharged-V-8-powered CT5-V Blackwing. Cadillac’s Performance Traction Management system, which enables multiple levels of stability control for track days on gas-powered V-Series models, is absent. Buyers can opt for carbonfiber trim.
The Lyriq-V’s 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds quicker than the gas-guzzling supercharged-V-8-powered CT5-V Blackwing. Cadillac’s Performance Traction Management system, which enables multiple levels of stability control for track days on gas-powered V-Series models, is absent. Buyers can opt for carbonfiber trim.
In 240 miles driving around Southern California we averaged 23 mpg, but in a 100-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged 31.2 ZR is a speed rating, which in this case means the tire can handle speeds surpassing 150 mph. Zero-to-60 mph times were right around 5.0 The EPA has rated the EcoBoost 2.3L
Ariel claims this will match the gasoline version’s best 0-60 mph time of 3.4 These are made from flax, which Ariel claims is 9% lighter than carbonfiber and cuts carbon dioxide emissions by 73%. Ariel has experimented with electrification before, unveiling the gas-turbine range-extended Hipercar in 2022.
seconds with a top speed of 194 mph are plenty fast for just about everyone. mpg, but in two 100-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph, we achieved 30.1 With a twist of a couple latches off comes the removable carbonfiber roof, letting in the open air. But the base engine turning 0-60 runs in a quick 2.9
mpg, but on a 100-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 29.8 We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter liter Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/26 highway/24 combined.
But in a 110-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, and using Stop and Go , we achieved 29.3 We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. During our time in the G70 3.3T RWD we drove 225 miles through Southern California, averaging 24 mpg.
While it provided some feel, it wasnt the kind of telepathic feedback you get in gas-powered Porsches. 2024 Porsche Macan EV Macan Turbo Electric: Power galore The current top Macan gas model is the GTS. second 0-60 mph run. second run to 60 mph when using the standard launch control function. miles per kwh.
Heybike’s Cityrun commuter e-bike arrives sporting a 500W brushless geared hub motor (peaking at 1,000W) and a large 720Wh battery that propels the model up to top speeds of 21 MPH with a 55-mile max travel range on one full four-hour charge (achieved thanks to the higher-power 4A charger). MPH top speed and carries you up to 13.7
BYD officially launched the Yangwang U9 electric supercar with a 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprint in 2.36 BYD takes on new markets rivaling ICE car leaders After launching its cheapest electric models (starting under $14,000), declaring a price war with gas-powered cars, BYD is taking aim at a new market. vertical center infotainment.
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