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

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In comparison, the first-gen Mirai was FWD, and the larger stack was placed under a raised section of the passenger compartment floor. Direct current from the battery is converted into three-phase alternating current for the FC air compressor and the electric drive motor. The new, smaller stack allowed the switch to rear-wheel drive.

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Toyota’s new RAV4 plug-in hybrid SUV offers 39 miles AER, 90 MPGe

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In addition to an ability to do 0-60 mph in a projected 5.8 As a technology comparison, the 2006-2012 RAV4 offered an optional 269-hp, 3.5-liter liter gas V6 engine that reached 0-60 mph in 6.3-seconds—a Toyota projects 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.8 The RAV4 Prime also has a manufacturer-estimated 90 combined MPGe.

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GM hints at an affordable Chevy Camaro EV: A $35,000 real electric pony car?

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Among the considerations were a 2+2 coupe, convertible, and two- and four-door SUVs. In comparison, the sixth-gen Camaro started at just over $30,000. GM says the Ultium battery enables +300 miles range (the Silverado EV gets 440 miles) and a 0 to 60 mph in as little as 3 seconds. It also supports FWD, RWD, and AWD.

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nanoFLOWCELL to present new QUANT F flow cell EV at Geneva

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With a total tank capacity of 500 liters—2x 250 liters in two tanks accommodated separately in the QUANT’s substructure—the QUANT F has a projected range of 800 km (497 miles)—a 30% increase in comparison to the QUANT E from 2014. Side view of the new QUANT F. Click to enlarge. —Nunzio La Vecchia.

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Audi power-dense 2.5L TFSI engine with electric biturbo delivers 591 hp from 2,480 cc; 48V subsystem for the turbo

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By comparison: The new Ford Shelby GT 350 will feature a naturally aspirated 5.2L A DC/DC converter provides the connection to the 12‑volt electrical system. At the Wörthersee festival, Audi is showcasing the Audi TT clubsport turbo technology concept equipped with a new 2.5 lb-ft), with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1

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Subaru Expands 2.0L Boxer Diesel Applications to the Impreza Hatchback

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100km (40 mpg US), with acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in a 9.0 seconds and with a top speed of 127 mph (204 km/h). Cylinder bore spacing is also reduced in comparison—98.4 The Impreza Boxer Diesel meets Euro 4 emission standards with an oxidation catalytic converter, a particulate filter and exhaust gas recirculation.

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Simulating EVE-Ai™ Velocity Recommendations Module: Tesla Model S P70D in Urban/Highway Drive Cycle

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This converts to 28% range extension using EVE-Ai: Velocity Recommendations on this simulated trip comparison alone. It should be noted that the user in the original driving data routinely traveled up to 90 mph (144.84 Subscribe to Electra's Newsletter for AI battery pack tech updates , in your inbox.