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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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liter four-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine is more fuel efficient, runs cleaner, and is more powerful than previous iterations, and excels at dissipating thermal inefficiencies. The PCU’s DC-DC converter—which converts a direct current from one voltage level to another—is optimized to reduce overall power consumption.

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Tritium, Miller providing fast chargers and light-duty EVs for mining industry

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Tritium, a global developer and manufacturer of DC fast chargers for EVs, and Miller Technology , a supplier of mobile mining equipment for safety and productivity, are partnering to provide fast chargers and light-duty battery EVs for the mining industry.

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TNGA-based 2019 Toyota Avalon features new hybrid system

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The VVT-iW system is employed on the intake cycle, with VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing - Intelligent) activated on exhaust. liter four-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine is more fuel efficient, runs cleaner, and is more powerful than previous iterations, and features enhanced thermal management. Avalon Hybrid. A new TNGA 2.5-liter

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Regina steps up, adding 53 electric buses to its public transit fleet

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A subsidiary of the Volvo Group based in Quebec, Nova Bus manufactures long-range electric bus options with absolutely massive battery packs — up to 564 kWh on its biggest models , with the option of DC fast-charging or charging through overhead wires. million (Canadian). This isn’t a left-wing conspiracy. Doctors want you in EVs.

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Is It Economical to Convert ICE Car to Electric Car Using Conversion Kit

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Here are a few major reasons Environmental Awareness Since electric vehicles produce no exhaust, they help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. By switching to an electric vehicle, you might contribute to a better and cleaner environment. Although DC kits are less priced, they might not be as effective.

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NRG invests additional $35M in FuelCell Energy for 6% of company; establishes $40M financing facility

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We believe that clean distributed power generation from fuel cells will be one of the key technologies that drive our country toward a cleaner energy future. The cathode exhaust supplies heat to warm the incoming fuel and externally to the customer for facility heating and cooling or for making steam.

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Tata AutoComp’s ‘Make in India’ push for EVs | Autocar Professional

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In less than seven years, Tata AutoComp now produces battery packs and BMS, battery thermal management systems, electric compressors, integrated motors, controllers and reducers, on board and off board chargers, vehicle and power electronics like DC-DC converters, bus bars, PDUs and many more components for EVs.

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