Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The BMW iX will go into production at BMW Plant Dingolfing in the second half of 2021 and is scheduled to arrive on US shores in early 2022. This is reflected in areas of the car such as its optimized aerodynamics, intelligent lightweight Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic design as well as extensive use of natural and recycled materials.

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BMW Future Carbon Fiber Electric 321

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2013

While possibly adequate for some stationary applications and vehicle platforms, they may be too expensive and bulky for many non-stationary applications and may not be able to provide a driving range that meets consumer expectations across the full range of light-duty vehicle platforms. develop novel, advanced hydrogen storage technologies.

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Carbon Fiber Hydrogen 2017 Carbon 218

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2017

Subject to development, regulatory approval and financing, once production commences, Workhorse expects the W-15 to have a $52,500 MSRP. The truck’s battery pack is expected to deliver 80-mile all-electric range and to achieve 75 MPGe while in all-electric operation.

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Fleet Range Long Beach Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2016

Los Angeles currently has a 50% EV procurement guideline for all new light duty fleet vehicles, which will go to 80% by 2025 as called for in the Los Angeles Sustainable City pLAn. The BMW i3 is the first purpose-built electric production vehicle to be made primarily of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP).

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BMW Los Angeles Supplies Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced approximately $30 million in available funding ( DE-FOA-0001647 ), subject to appropriations, for research and development of low-cost hydrogen production, onboard hydrogen storage, and proton exchange membrane fuel cells to advance the widespread commercialization of fuel cell electric vehicles.

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Hydrogen Fuel Carbon Fiber Water 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

In addition, the BMW M3 CS—featuring significant new work in lightweighting via carbon fiber—will make its world premiere, and the BMW X7 SAV Concept and the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo will make their North American premieres. seconds, has a top speed of 120 mph with a range of 373 miles.

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BMW Electric Vehicles Los Angeles Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 9, 2012

has announced pricing and production plans for the Empulse and Empulse R electric motorcycles and previewed the new design. The Empulse offers a 100-mile (161-kilometer) range and 100-mph top speed. Production for the Empulse R will take place first with limited availability in June 2012 and in volume by Q3 2012. Brammo, Inc.

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Electric Motorcycles Motorcycles Carbon Fiber Financing 239

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Hybrid” plug-in hybrid system—the last offering all-electric trips of up to 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). EOLAB features materials such as magnesium and aluminium, which are extremely light and also much cheaper than titanium. Hybrid system. Click to enlarge. Fed by a 6.7 —Laurent Taupin.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 31, 2021

This limited production luxury sedan (1,500 units worldwide) ceased production in November 2021, and ushers-in a new era for the Polestar brand seeing only all-electric cars and SUVs going forward. The Polestar 2, a midsize sedan with a 270-mile electric range, came to market in early 2021. Carbon Fiber Exterior.

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PHEV Carbon Fiber Plug-in Gasoline-Electric 76

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

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 l/100 km) with CO 2 emissions of 21 g/km and an all-electric range of 31 miles (50 km) as well as a total range of 310 miles (499 km).

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

The everyday driving range of the BMW i8 on a full fuel tank and with a fully charged battery is more than 500 kilometers (310 miles) in COMFORT mode. 22 miles) and a top speed of 120 km/h (approx. The BMW i8 is the first BMW production model to be powered by a three-cylinder gasoline engine. Laser headlights.

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this week, Ford delivered first proof of that focus with the reveal of the new Ford GT carbon-fiber supercar, as well as the new F-150 Raptor based on the new aluminum F-150 and the Shelby GT350R Mustang. We are real focused on weight reduction.

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Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 11, 2012

LEDs are used for powerful lighting: the front light is integrated into the handlebar, the rear light into the seat. The frame and the swinging arm that holds the back wheel are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). in) of travel. The frame features a low center of gravity and a compact overall volume.

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Audi Concept Carbon Fiber Light 361

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The 2023 BMW XM will be the most powerful production vehicle to come from its high-performance M division, where the M stands for Motorsports. The twin, horizontal kidney grilles, with LED surround lighting, has the narrowest of narrow LED daytime running lights squinting from the upper outer edges of the fenders.

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BMW PHEV Los Angeles Plug-in 79

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2013

The auto industry should play a central role in the energy discussion, Akerson noted, because light-duty vehicles account for about 60% of total transportation energy usage in the United States. GM, said Akerson, is doing a much better job optimizing mass efficiency. The new Cadillac ATS is lighter than a comparable BMW 3-Series.

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Fuel Economy Economy GM Gasoline 210

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2015

Made from a carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic material by SABIC, the current model of the Strati takes approximately 44 hours to print 212 layers. Local Motors will showcase the proprietary three-phased manufacturing process for 3D-printing cars during NAIAS 2015. The first phase in 3D-printed manufacturing is additive.

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Motor Motors Motoring Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2022

Honda opened its new $124-million wind tunnel facility in Ohio, ushering in a new era of development testing capabilities for Honda and Acura products, as well as the company’s race vehicles. 110,000 square feet • 1/8-mile wind tunnel circuit. HALO Wind Tunnel Main Fan. 5-Belt Aerodynamics Testing. 5-Belt Aerodynamics Testing.

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Ohio Wind Honda Carbon Fiber 359

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

research vehicle (the “125” marking 125 years of the automobile), a fuel-cell plug-in hybrid with a range of more than 1,000 km (621 miles) that anticipates more than two generations of vehicles to 2025 and beyond. Mercedes-Benz presented the F125! The tank integrated into the floor assembly has a capacity of around 7.5

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Mercedes Hydrogen Plug-in Plug 334

Green Car Congress

MAY 25, 2015

seconds, and a driving range of 450 km (280 miles)—is based on the multi-material Space Frame of the second-generation production R8. The R8 e-tron rear car body module is made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) integrating the luggage compartment, which extends the frame structure. R8 e-tron piloted driving.

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Audi Asia MPH China 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

The new BMW i8 Roadster and BMW i8 Coupe can cover up to 18 miles (29 km) (preliminary) in purely electric driving, up from 14 miles (23 miles) for the current i8. The BMW i8 Roadster also benefits from a light-weight construction, complete with low center of gravity and even weight distribution. 360° ELECTRIC.

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BMW 2019 Power Powered 170

Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2013

The production version of the i3. 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. EVs in general currently have a larger carbon burden in the production phase than conventional vehicles (e.g.,

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BMW New York London Production 247

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

The 53 kWh lithium-ion battery pack enables a range of approximately 248 kilometers (154 miles) (NECD combined cycle). All add-on parts—doors, covers, sidewalls and roof—are made of a fiber-reinforced plastic. The combination of aluminum and carbon fiber-reinforced composite material delivers rigidity coupled with low weight.

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Audi Concept Cars Electric 257

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. liters/100 km, which equates to approximately 95 miles per US gallon, with CO 2 emissions of less than 59 grams per kilometer. LifeDrive and light weight. Click to enlarge.

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BMW Plug-in Engine Plug 281

Baua Electric

MARCH 27, 2024

The images of these pre-production bikes showcase just how radically different the design approach is compared to today’s major cargo e-bike manufacturers. Crafted from carbon fiber, it’s lightweight yet incredibly strong. With no sharp corners or welded joints, smooth to hold and feel, it’s a seamless blend of safety and fun.”

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Carbon Fiber Electric Electrical Carbon 52

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2013

The objective of this AOI is to develop and demonstrate the capability of multi-material joining techniques for aluminum to advanced steel for light-duty vehicle body-in-white (BIW) joints. Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite. Steel (Mild, HSLA, AHSS, or Boron automotive alloy). Magnesium (AZ or AM series commercial alloy).

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Li-ion Fuel Vehicles Lithium Ion 240

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2015

grams per mile) for the A4 Sedan 2.0 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 Earlier post.) TDI with tiptronic (1.9

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Audi Gas Engine MPH 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

For light-duty vehicles this means providing a driving range of more than 300 miles (500 km), while meeting packaging, cost, safety, and performance requirements to be competitive with current vehicles. In FY 2014, one area of focus was low-cost, high-strength carbon fiber precursors and advanced tank designs.

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Hydrogen Carbon Fiber 2014 St. Louis 225

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 2, 2014

g/mile); higher performance laser headlights; and new user control and display interfaces and lighting technology. kWh lithium-ion battery pack at the rear—enough for up to 50 km (31 miles) of all-electric driving. The brake calipers grip large, carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs, and the tire size is 285/30 R 21.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 310

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

The hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle re-fuels in 3–5 minutes, travels up to 300 miles (482 km) on a full tank, and will be available to customers in California beginning in fall 2015. Middle layer: carbon fiber reinforced plastic (structural element). High-pressure Hydrogen Tanks. million km) of road testing.

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Prius Toyota Hydrogen Carbon Fiber 296

Cars That Think

AUGUST 8, 2022

Not long ago, a 300-mile range seemed like a healthy target for electric cars. More recently, the 520-mile (837-kilometer) Lucid Air became the world’s longest-range EV. One thing that won’t reach production by 2024 is the EQXX’s high-silicon battery anode, which Sagert says is closer to four years from showrooms.

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Range Mercedes Carbon Fiber France 116

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

At the Paris Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz unveiled its close-to-production concept Generation EQ electric vehicle—the forerunner of Mercedes-Benz’s new product brand for electric mobility, EQ. There is an exceptional interplay between cockpit and map, with the buildings on the map reflecting details of the instrument lighting.

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Mercedes Concept Production Electric 150

Green Authority

AUGUST 15, 2022

But what if your e-bike was as light as a plant? Hummingbird’s new flax folding e-bike is the first of its kind, weighing just 22 lbs and built entirely out of plant-fiber material. The company says it will hold the same strength and shape as its carbon-fiber predecessor.

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Carbon Fiber Green Electric Electrical 59

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2014

Batteries also power the vehicle in a pure electric mode (w/o generator) for limited miles of stop and go driving, such as what might be found in a busy shipping terminal or traffic jam. Walmart relied on product development supplier Roush Engineering to carry out the vehicle’s construction. Component Electrification.

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Li-ion Peterbilt Range Electric Vehicles 371

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 18, 2024

The by-product of this chemical reaction is water vapor that harmlessly drips from the tailpipe, making the Mirai a zero-emission vehicle. The exterior, interior comfort, driver safety systems and the ability to go up-to 400 miles on a tank of hydrogen has made a huge difference from the first generation Mirai.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus California 63

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Macroalgae can be utilized as a feedstock for domestic transportation fuels, chemicals and other commercial products without competing with food crops for land and water. Today, nearly all domestic biomass produced for electricity generation and liquid fuels occurs on land. —ARPA-E Acting Director Eric Rohlfing.

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Mariner Production Energy Alaska 150

Baua Electric

MARCH 6, 2024

Through thousands of miles of riding, we’ve learned these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. But for just $799 , you’re still getting built-in lights, a hidden battery, large LCD display and a lightweight folder. And its electronics match that of a light e-bike too. Plus it comes in four color options.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 29, 2022

The result is Ferrari’s fastest road car ever, peaking at 339 kilometers per hour (211 miles per hour). Because the front wheels are driven independently, the car can travel 26 kilometers (16 miles) on electricity alone, at speeds up to 135 km/h (83 mph). I take the Ferrari on a run down Fiorano’s straightaway, and it’s spooky quiet.

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