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SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

For the first time, the digital instrument cluster provides all information within the driver’s field of vision; the Audi TT’s new display and control system has already received the Car Connectivity Award and the honor of Interior Innovation of the Year at the Automotive Interiors Expo Awards. Intelligent composite construction. With the 2.0

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2012

XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept. At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. The engine in the XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept has no conventional starter motor or alternator. L/100 km, 102 mpg US). Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2013

At the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Volkswagen will introduce the “CrossBlue Coupé” concept plug-in hybrid SUV. The automaker introduced the “CrossBlue SUV” concept—developed specifically for the US and Canada—at the North American International Auto Show earlier this year. seconds, and its maximum speed is 236 km/h (147 mph).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

mpg US), corresponding to 172 – 177 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (276.8 – 284.9 Audi has systematically refined the drive concept from the full-size SQ7 TDI for the new SQ5 TDI. An AC/DC converter connects the conventional 12-volt electrical system. At its core is a belt alternator-starter (BAS) connected to the crankshaft.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi presented the Audi prologue concept car, featuring a mild hybrid powertrain with a 48V electrical subsystem. Its top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). AWC technology provides energy from a floor plate which is connected to the power grid and which can be embedded on or into the asphalt.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Dr. Martin Winterkorn said that “ The Porsche Mission E and the Audi e-tron quattro concept are nothing less than a quantum leap for our industry ”—both vehicles have an all-electric range of 500 kilometers (311 miles). The Audi e‑tron quattro concept sprints from a standstill to 100 km/h (62.1 Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

The 3008 HYbrid4 concept previews the production model that will appear in spring 2011. Peugeot used the Frankfurt Motor Show as the platform to show two concept versions of its HYbrid4 platform. In addition, Peugeot introduced the BB1 electric concept car. liters/100 km (62 mpg US) or 99 g/km of CO 2. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 7, 2015

Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 The original engine concept for the three-wheeler was to take the Geo Metro engine and create a template for the Elio engine; the Metro engine was compact, perceived to be efficient, had the correct power requirements, and is relatively inexpensive to produce.

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MPG Engine Motor Motors 150

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FEBRUARY 14, 2018

mpg US), corresponding to 154 grams CO 2 per kilometer (247.8 mpg US) in the NEDC, corresponding to 142 grams CO 2 per kilometer (228.5 When coasting and rolling out, a clutch in the central transmission opens and interrupts the power connection. The start-stop function now activates at 22 km/h (13.7 lb-ft) of torque.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2016

Volkswagen Group company Škoda is showcasing its VisionS plug-in hybrid concept SUV at the Geneva Motor Show. seconds, and has a top speed of almost 200 km/h (124 mph). l/100 km (124 mpg US), with 45 g CO 2 /km). The Škoda VisionS incorporates the brand’s new design language, carrying it over into the SUV segment.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2012

L of diesel/100 km (56 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. The modular hybrid concept requires no modifications to the bodyshell; the hybrid module can be used flexibly in other model series and there will be right-hand drive versions apart from the diesel and gasoline models. E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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JUNE 15, 2012

The biturbo SQ5 TDI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.1 liters per 100 km (33 mpg US). The 2,967 cc TDI uses a twin-turbo design in which the two turbochargers are connected in series via a flap. Audi has introduced the SQ5 TDI—the brand’s first S model with a diesel engine. The SQ5 TDI. Click to enlarge.

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Audi Diesel Fuel Economy MPG 225

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FEBRUARY 28, 2018

mph); the engine is restarted from standstill predictively. mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 161 – 151 (259.1 – 243.0 mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 150 – 142 (241.4 – 228.5 mpg); combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 150 – 142 (241.4 – 228.5 MMI navigation plus and Audi connect. liters per 100 kilometers.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 5, 2024

Nissan Surf-Out concept (2021) Series hybrids A chunk of Nissan’s electrification strategy lies within its e-Power powertrains , which is the automaker’s marketing speak for a series hybrid. That ICE engine acts as a generator only, and there’s no direct mechanical connection between the ICE engine and the wheels.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. 75 mph) on electric power alone, coupled with an all-wheel driving experience headlined by powerful acceleration and a dynamically-biased distribution of power through enthusiastically taken corners.

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

mpg US) (NEDC). The EXEED TX will be able to travel up to 120 km/h (75 mph) for up to 70 km (43.5 Bosch is supplying the 10-inch TFT head unit and 7-inch TFT cluster display, further enhancing the HMI interface and connectivity features. The solution drives the car’s connectivity features, security and convenience controls.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2013

The BMW 220i Coupe accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 7.0 seconds on the way to a top speed of 235 km/h / 146 mph (automatic: 230 km/h / 143 mph). mpg US (automatic: 5.7 – 6.0 The BMW 228i Coupe accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds on the way to a top speed of 130 mph/210 km/h or 155 mph/250 km/h.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2013

The CrossBlue Coupé is a sportier, gasoline-engined version of the diesel-engined CrossBlue SUV concept introduced at this year’s Detroit auto show. kWh Li-ion battery is housed in the center tunnel, and the rear axle features an 85 kW electric traction motor connected to the front via an “electric propshaft”. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2010

mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 193 g/km. As an example, with its combination of materials for optimum weight as well as changes in the overall concept of the vehicle such as the Cayenne’s new active and extra-light all-wheel drive, weight is down on the Cayenne S by 180 kg (400 lb). L/100km (28.75 L/100 km (23.8 Cayenne Diesel.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2016

l/100 km (94 mpg US) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) for plug-in hybrid models, with up to 50 km (31 miles) all-electric range. The new Porsche plug-in hybrid always starts in purely electric mode and drives without generating any local emissions within a range of around 50 kilometers and a maximum speed of 140 km/h (87 mph).

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Porsche Hybrid Plug-in Plug 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

Cross Coupé plug-in hybrid concept. At the Tokyo Motor Show, Volkswagen is showcasing its concept of an SUV of the future: the Cross Coupé all-wheel-drive (AWD) plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) shows how Volkswagen designers could envisage a crossover between a four-door coupé and a compact SUV. Click to enlarge. liters per 100 km (87.1

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2016

Further enhanced dynamics, assistance systems, connectivity and a new and innovative operating system are important new features in the latest generation, in addition to the new, more efficient powertrains. liters/100 km (XXX mpg US), which means CO 2 emissions of 126 g/km—down more than 11% on its predecessor’s figures.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2016

As a result, Continental has chosen to employ the water-cooled induction motor that can be connected directly to the engine’s cooling circuit. The modular system from Continental also includes a DC/DC converter, which enables the 48-volt system to be connected to the vehicle’s on-board power supply. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Powertrain technology is key to BMW’s EfficientDynamics strategy, with a dual focus on the continuous evolution of conventional internal combustion engines on the one hand and the development of alternative drive concepts on the other. 75 mph) and a range of up to 35 kilometers (approx. BMW eDrive. seconds, EU fuel consumption of 2.1

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Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2010

The goal of the project is to advance the commercialization of hydrogen for transport in Scandinavia as well as connecting the region with the strong German initiatives within the area. mpg US) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). This collaborative public private partnership whose total budget amounts to €1 billion (US$1.26

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

l/100 km (94 mpg) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) for plug-in hybrid models. The new Porsche plug-in hybrid always starts in purely electric mode and drives without generating any local emissions within a range of 50 kilometers and a maximum speed of 140 km/h (87 mph). hours to fully charge via a 230-V, 10-A connection.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2012

Powertrain elements of the new Cross Coupé diesel plug-in hybrid concept. Volkswagen is revealing a diesel-engined version of its Cross Coupé concept plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Geneva Motor Show. l/100 km (87 mpg US) equivalent to 62 g/km CO 2. l/100 km (87 mpg US) equivalent to 62 g/km CO 2. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2016

earlier post ) The updated Golf is also one of the first compact cars to be available with semi-automated driving functions—the new Traffic Jam Assist function can guide the Golf at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph) in strenuous stop-and-go traffic. The main focus is on a completely new generation of infotainment and connectivity.

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JUNE 10, 2015

BMW has introduced the new generation (6 th ) of its top-end 7 Series, featuring technology innovations in the areas of lightweight design, powertrains, chassis, operating systems, and intelligent connectivity. The innovative insulation concept has the additional effect of further improving acoustic comfort. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Ford’s Trail Control technology enables a cruise control-like setting, up-to 20 mph forward and 6 mph in reverse, for vehicle-controlled throttle and braking, letting the driver stay focused on navigating the trail. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

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JANUARY 26, 2012

The BMW M550d xDrive Sedan, the most fuel-efficient of the new series, accelerates from 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 165 g/km. liter diesel engine features a novel tie rod concept for the assembly of the main bearing caps and cylinder head.

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BMW Diesel Exhaust Engine 325

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).NEDC liters diesel equivalent, or 87 mpg US equivalent). The connecting elements between these nodal points are formed by organic molecules known as Linkers. This study combines the advanced electric drive and bodyshell technologies with unique control and display concepts.

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MARCH 3, 2016

mpg US), corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 194 grams per kilometer (312.2 mph) (governed). Two exhaust-gas turbochargers are activated selectively according to the concept of sequential charging, since exhaust gas only flows through one turbocharger at low and intermediate load. The newly developed 4.0-liter

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Audi Exhaust Volt Gas-Electric 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Audi crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept car. Audi introduced its crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept at the Paris Motor Show, saying that the vehicle provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, and automotive and drive concepts. liters per 100 km (214 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 26 grams per km (41.8

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 273

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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Audi Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

The Audi Sport quattro concept. At the upcoming 2013 IAA in Frankfurt am Main, Audi will present the Audi Sport quattro concept show car—a coupé plug-in hybrid with a system output of 515 kW (700 hp). liters per 100 kilometers (94 mpg US )—a CO 2 equivalent of 59 grams per kilometer (95 g/mile). Click to enlarge.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 257

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

For many decades now, our research vehicles have been turning pioneering concepts into reality and thereby setting future trends. One system-specific attribute of the familiar hybrid concept from the S 500 Plug-in Hybrid is the clutch integrated between the combustion engine and the electric motor. Earlier post.]

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