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2016 Chevrolet Volt EPA-rated at 53 miles all-electric range

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That is nearly a 40% improvement over the first-generation Volt, and a 6% boost over the projected 50-mile (80 km) AER estimated at the new Volt’s unveiling in January. Chevrolet expects many next-generation Volt owners will use power solely from their batteries for more than 90% of trips. The next-generation Volt’s new 1.5L

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Chevrolet Volt Battery Pack Carries Standard Eight-Year, 100,000-Mile Warranty

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The Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle will provide customers with a standard, eight-year/100,000-mile (161,000 km) warranty on its lithium-ion battery pack. As an extended range electric vehicle, the Volt can operate under a full range of climates and driving conditions without limitations or concern about battery depletion.

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Audi to introduce entry-level e-tron model with smaller battery pack, less range

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These store up to 71 kWh of energy, which is delivered via a newly calibrated drivetrain and a high voltage system featuring additional optimisations for this application, and facilitate a range of up to 186 miles in the WLTP cycle. kW with a 230 volt domestic outlet and up to 11 kW when connected to a 400 volt industrial charge point.

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AllCell launches line of standard li-ion battery modules for renewable energy storage

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AllCell batteries can passively absorb environmental heat during the day, keeping cells cool during discharge and when the battery is exposed in direct sunlight in hot climates. The stored heat is then released back into the environment at night or after discharge.

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W Australia to host $135M national battery research hub: Future Battery Industries CRC

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The world is transitioning to electricity systems powered by renewable energy and the global use of energy materials is booming, driven by the rising demand for batteries to store this power. billion benefit to the Australian economy over the next 15 years.

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Audi provides overview of its 4 distinct EV platforms

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The high-voltage battery stores up to 95 kWh of energy and can recover up to 30% of energy used to drive the vehicle during regenerative braking applications. The electrical system in the e-tron GT concept car runs at 800 volts, whereas most modern EVs currently operate at a capacity of 400 volts or less.

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Utah Transits Authority adding 5 battery-electric New Flyer buses to fleet

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The NMC Li-ion battery pack in the electric Xcelsior stores up to 300 kWh, powering a 160 kW Siemens electric drive system. The bus also as a converter to supply 24-volt DC power for power steering, interior fans, lights, and other accessories. This helps maintain bus range during very cold climate conditions. Earlier post.).

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