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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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The hydrogen needed to supply the fuel cell is stored in two 700-bar tanks made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). According to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), hydrogen offers considerable potential as a future energy source in connection with global energy transition activities.

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Audi provides overview of its 4 distinct EV platforms

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A PSM has a rotor with permanent magnets in it and a natural internal magnetic field. While specifications for the e-tron GT are subject to change, the e-tron GT concept is estimated to reach 62 mph from standstill in 3.5 seconds and 124 mph in just over 12 seconds in production form.

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Furtive eGT electric sports car hits 240 km/h on the Nordschleife; small production series for 2013

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The racing driver Sabine Schmitz has tested the battery-electric Furtive eGT sports car from Exagon Motors ( earlier post ) on the Nordschleife (north loop) of the Nürburgring, achieving a top speed of nearly 240 km/h (149 mph) on the 20 kilometer long Nordschleife. The “supervisor” control electronics were developed internally by Exagon.

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Audi presents A6 L e-tron PHEV concept at Auto China in Beijing

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The plug-in hybrid has an all-electric driving range of 80 km (50 miles), and was specifically designed for the China market. This technology platform can be operated with only the internal combustion engine, only the electric drive, or in hybrid mode. Audi is presenting the Audi A6 L e-tron concept at Auto China 2012 in Beijing.

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Fisker $385K R?nin to feature integrated battery pack, 600-mile range

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Fisker says that its objective with Rōnin is to bring exceptional utility to the high end of the market, where numerous big-name performance manufacturers have introduced SUVs. The targeted range and other specifications are based upon Fisker internal simulations and are subject to change.)

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Lamborghini presents super sports V12 hybrid HPEV Revuelto

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Carbon fiber, produced via artisan craftmanship in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, is the principal structural element within the new car, used not only in the monofuselage and frame but also for many elements of the bodywork. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbon fiber front structure.

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XL1 dive and drive: Volkswagen aggressively optimizes for efficiency in its sleek diesel plug-in hybrid

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The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber 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

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