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

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During a media event in Wolfsburg, Germany, Volkswagen provided a medium dive into details of its two-seater XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle diesel plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) as well as some driving time on local roads and highways. Components of the XL1 plug-in power unit. Components of MQB plug-in hybrid power unit.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

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Some of these come as hybrids, plug-in hybrids or full electrics, upping the ante even more. The first thought is this references a 4.0-liter With each of these colors there are options of contrasting colors and wood, carbon fiber or diamond-cut aluminum trim. Road Test: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e Plug-in Hybrid.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In In this paper PHEV refers solely to the long-range PHEV of 60 miles (100 km) electric-only range.) References. About Dr. Frank. slow charge.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. The SGL carbon fiber plant at Moses Lake, Washington, uses 100% hydropower. More on lightweight design.

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DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

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Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite. Recharge Rate. For the purpose of this AOI, “aluminum” is defined as 5000, 6000, or 7000 series automotive aluminum alloy sheet between 0.5 mm and 5 mm thick. Advanced Steel” is defined as automotive sheet steel with tensile strength of greater than 580 MPa and thickness between 0.5 mm and 5 mm.

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The Big Picture

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builds its rechargeable transit and charter buses. The 29-seater bus is also designed to serve as a mobile emergency power source that can plug into the grid during outages. Enjoy the latest images, and if you have suggestions, leave a comment below. EV Bus Nursery. Christopher Payne/Esto Whip It Out.

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China R&D company introduces micro-turbine range extender technology at Geneva

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Techrules, a new China-based automotive R&D company, made its global debut at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show with the unveiling of a Turbine-Recharging Electric Vehicle (TREV) series hybrid system applied in a 6-motor, all-wheel drive supercar concept.

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