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ŠKODA collaborates with IBG ?esko on second-life battery energy storage system; up to 328 kWh

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The system stores sustainably generated electricity in used batteries that come from the all-electric SUV ŠKODA ENYAQ iV as well as the plug-in hybrid models SUPERB iV and OCTAVIA iV. So far, 160 pre-orders have been received from dealers in the Czech Republic, Germany, the Netherlands and Slovakia.

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DAF Putting LF Hybrid Truck Into Production; Eaton Hybrid System

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The DAF LF hybrid. At the IAA 2010 in Hanover, DAF Trucks, a PACCAR company, presented the 12-tonne LF45 parallel hybrid truck, which will enter production at the end of this year. DAF LF hybrid system. The battery pack for the hybrid system weighs around 100 kg (220 lbs) and comprises ninety-six 3.4 Click to enlarge.

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BMW updates BMW Connected with expanded services, device support and availability

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For example, the vehicle doors can be locked or the battery’s charge status checked. For instance, searches for charging stations for BMW i models or vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive systems can be refined using criteria such as the charging method involved, membership in the ChargeNow network, and the accepted payment method(s).

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Skoda to set up second life battery hubs to power its retailers

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The power hubs will provide energy to power the showrooms, workshop buildings and the charging infrastructure for customer cars. The company has also received 160 pre-orders for the power hubs from its dealers in Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands and Slovakia. This electric SUV is inspired by the Vision iV concept.

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Honda targets new Guinness World Records title for fuel efficiency with 8,500-mile diesel drive across Europe

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Fergal McGrath and Julian Warren, based at Honda’s European manufacturing facility in Swindon, UK, volunteered to take up the challenge and will be charged with driving an average 370 miles (595 km) each day. If successful, the new record will apply to all cars, including hybrid and electric models.

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All-new Hyundai Kona Electric full details: due in Australia late 2023

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The second generation Hyundai Kona Electric is bigger than before and gets a more modern design Hyundai says it developed the EV variants of the new Kona first, and carried over its attributes to the ICE and hybrid versions. Kona Electric for Europe will be built, as before, in the Czech Republic.

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Hyundai Motor to invest $85B over next 10 years to accelerate transition to smart mobility provider

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To extend the driving range further, Hyundai Motor intends to implement technology that enables battery charging and discharging while driving, utilizing an independent power bank. The company is currently producing EVs in this way at its plants in the US, South Korea, the Czech Republic, and India.

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