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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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After all, it is one of the most efficient ways of storing and transporting renewable energies. In coasting overrun and braking phases, the motor also serves as a generator, feeding energy back into a power battery. We should use this potential to also accelerate the transformation of the mobility sector.

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Volvo Car and Flybrid vehicle testing showing flywheel KERS can deliver fuel savings up to 25%, with significant performance boost

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The Flybrid KERS is fitted to the rear axle of an S60 powered by a 254 hp (189 kW), 5-cylinder T5 gasoline engine. Under braking, kinetic energy which would otherwise be lost as heat is transferred from the wheels to the KERS, and is used to spin a 6 kg carbon fiber flywheel at up to 60,000 revs per minute. —Derek Crabb.

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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The 2021 Mirai is powered by the latest evolution of the brand’s advanced fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) powertrain. A more powerful fuel cell system provides a more engaging driving experience than its predecessor. The Mirai provides excellent everyday driving performance, for example accelerating from 25 mph to 45 mph in 2.8

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MHI to supply 2 electric buses featuring MLIX Li-ion batteries for Kitakyushu City

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In combination with a lighter body enabled by the partial adoption of carbon fiber construction, the new buses will be able to operate continuously over increased distances—up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) on a full charge, at a top speed of 85 km/h (53 mph). Load capacity is 72 passengers.

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Road Test: 2023 McLaren GT

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The mid-engine design has outstanding steering, generous sight lines, confident racing-type braking and the type of power a car aficionado expects from McLaren. The strong, linear acceleration, with super-fast and smooth shifts, allows you to hang on tight as the GT’s rise in speed is unassuming in its power and finesse.

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Lightning Systems’ battery-electric Ford Transit on schedule for March deliveries; fuel cell range extender option

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The LightningElectric fuel cell range extender uses hydrogen stored onboard in high-tech carbon fiber-wrapped pressure vessels equipped with sensors. The hydrogen will be delivered to the fuel cell system to generate electricity to charge a Lithium-Ion battery with up to 30 kW of power.

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Audi A4 and A5 now available to order as g-tron in Europe; Audi e-gas for 3 years as standard

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Both models are powered by a bivalent 2.0 TFSI engine powers both the A4 Avant g-tron and the A5 Sportback g-tron. TFSI engine powers both the A4 Avant g-tron and the A5 Sportback g-tron. The newly developed engine is based on the new gasoline-powered 2.0 mph) (A4 Avant g-tron: 223 km/h (138.6 kilogram (1.3

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