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Interim NREL Report on In-Use Azure Balance Gasoline Hybrids in FedEx Fleet Finds Substantially Lower Tailpipe Emissions, Similar Fuel Economy to Diesels

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FedEx has deployed 20 gasoline hybrid electric vehicles (gHEVs) on parcel delivery routes in the Sacramento and Los Angeles areas. Ah NimH battery pack. This hybridized, gasoline-fueled vehicle is equipped with a three-way catalyst, which results in very low tailpipe gaseous emissions. System voltage is 288 VDC nominal.

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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This means the wheels are turned by power coming directly from the gasoline engine, or the electric motor, or both together, as conditions demand. Gasoline engine engagement depends on state of charge, acceleration and vehicle speed. Comparison of Mid-size Hybrid Sedans. L/100km) and city fuel economy of 37 mpg (6.4 2011 Sonata.

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The 80-20 Rule

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Take care of that 20% with a small, efficient gasoline engine that runs at its optimum speed. The reduction in emissions results from electric operation being much more efficient than gasoline operation. Fueling a car on gasoline made from coal (Coal-To-Liquids or CTL) emits twice as much greenhouse gas as gasoline from crude oil.

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BMW Provides Update on ActiveHybrid X6

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The world’s first V8 gasoline engine with two turbochargers and two catalytic converters in the V-section between the two rows of cylinders maintains its maximum output of 300 kW/407 hp from 5,500 – 6,400 rpm. V8 with TwinPower Turbo Technology. liter V8 was terms presented for the first time in the BMW X6 xDrive50i.

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Mercedes-Benz Introduces Two-Mode Hybrid ML450 SUV at New York Auto Show

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As a point of comparison, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade 2WD two-mode hybrid carries an EPA rating of 20 mpg city, 21 mpg highway (11.8 kWh, 288V liquid-cooled high-voltage NiMH battery pack. liter V6 gasoline engine, the Atkinson version features a modified cylinder head, pistons and camshaft. L/100km city, 11.2 The modified 3.5-liter

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Profile: Li-ion Provider Compact Power, Inc. Focusing on the Automotive and Vehicle Markets

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Compared with today’s NiMH batteries deployed in hybrids, the LG Chem lithium polymer batteries deliver the same power with 30% less weight, 50% less volume and 10% greater efficiency. In general, the price of gasoline needs to be above US$3.50/gallon In general, the price of gasoline needs to be above US$3.50/gallon

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Plug-In Hybrids (or Plugin Hybrids)

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Scientist have confirmed that unlike gasoline cars, plug-ins will get cleaner as they get older -- because our power grid is getting cleaner. The comparison keeps being raised, though studies are conclusive: The "well-to-wheel" emissions of electric vehicles are lower than those from gasoline internal combustion vehicles.

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