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AUGUST 27, 2020

Lucid Motors announced that the Lucid Air electric vehicle will come to market with class-leading interior space and spatial efficiency, ingeniously packaged around a powerful, compact, and energy-dense 113kWh extended-range battery pack. —Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Motors.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

The Opel Vivaro e-Concept. At the IAA Commercial Vehicles Fair in Hannover (23-30 September 2010), Opel will unveil a research project on a Vivaro e-Concept, an electric van with up to 400 kilometers (249 miles) extended range. The e-Concept is conceived to have 5.0 The e-Concept is conceived to have 5.0

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OCTOBER 23, 2021

million US Department of Energy (DOE) Award for the development of a Scalable Ultra Power-dense Extended Range (SUPER) inverter. During the first year of the project, which begins this month, the group will create the concept for the entire silicon carbide (SiC) based inverter system. BorgWarner is the recipient of a $4.97

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JULY 17, 2019

ZF has introduced a new 2-speed electric drive for passenger cars that integrates an advanced electric motor with a shift element and appropriate power electronics. The improvement in energy conversion efficiency compared to previous e-drives extends the driving range for each battery charge. Shifts take place at 70 km/h.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2010

The Flextreme GT/E concept. Opel will unveil the Flextreme GT/E mid-size concept car at the 80 th Geneva Motor Show (4-14 March). Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 12, 2017

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company showcased several new and emerging technologies in its latest concept tires at the Geneva International Motor Show.

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JANUARY 15, 2013

Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. The ELR EREV powertrain combines a drive motor (117-135 kW); a generator motor (55 kW) and a 1.4L gasoline-powered range-extender generator.

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MARCH 18, 2020

Porsche has presented an innovative alternative to conventional bucket seat upholstery with the concept study “3D-printed bodyform full-bucket seat”. 3D-printed bodyform full-bucket seat concept study: modular structure with individual layers (full-bucket seat, base substrate, 3D-printed comfort layer, perforated Racetex cover).

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FEBRUARY 4, 2010

The Velozzi Supercar will be powered by a 770 hp (574 kW) AC-induction electric motor charged by an on-board Capstone C65 microturbine. In mid-2009, Israeli startup ETV Motors Ltd. We feel that this is another step towards greater energy efficiency and environmental sanity in the motor vehicle world. Earlier post.).

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APRIL 1, 2020

Karma, the Southern California-based creator of luxury electric vehicles and high-tech incubator, said the first showcase of the highly-flexible platform currently supports the company’s 2020 Revero GT extended-range electric vehicle (EREV). We can deliver a wide range of configurations dependent on the builder’s priority.

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APRIL 24, 2020

Karma’s newest E-Flex Platform is designed for high-performance applications and is powered by front- and rear-mounted dual electric motors, delivering 1,100 HP at peak power, with 10,500 lb.-ft Earlier post.). ft (14,000 N·m) wheel torque.

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DECEMBER 16, 2020

Tula’s fundamental controls philosophy is to eliminate efficiency losses by operating engines and motors always at their optimal efficiency point on an intermittent basis. Tula’s fundamental controls philosophy is to eliminate efficiency losses by operating engines and motors always at their optimal efficiency point on an intermittent basis.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Drivesolar.org has compiled a list of the 42 different plug-in hybrid and electric vehicle models on display at the Frankfurt International Motor Show as well as their location on the exhibit floor as a convenience for visitors. Tesla is also displaying its battery pack, for a 43 rd entry.). A hat-tip to Siggy!).

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FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Researchers at the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) Institute of Vehicle Concepts in Stuttgart have developed a demonstrator multi-fuel free-piston linear generator (FPLG, or Freikolbenlineargenerator, FKLG in German) as a range extender for electric vehicles. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 12, 2010

The FEV LiiON Drive with Wankel Range Extender concept. FEV Motorentechnik GmbH (FEV) featured its LiiOn Drive with Wankel Range Extender Vehicle at this year’s Vienna Motor Symposium, 29-30 April, where it was one of the most popular Ride & Drive vehicles. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Building on its previously seen XIV and KEV design concepts, SsangYong Motor Company is showcasing the e-XIV (electric - eXciting user Interface Vehicle) ‘range extended EV concept at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. e-XIV concept extended range electric vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

The brand new concepts are coming thick and fast and now it is Jaguar’s turn to unveil an extended range electric vehicle. The Jaguar C-X75 concept uses twin gas micro-turbines from Bladon Jets to power two switched reluctance generators from SR drives. Traction comes from four 145kW, 400Nm traction motors at each wheel.

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APRIL 14, 2009

will unveil a Dodge Caliber-based range extended electric concept vehicle (ReEV) powered by a UQM propulsion system and generator at the 2009 SAE World Congress next week. A UQM PowerPhase 125 traction motor powers the wheels. A conventional MY 2009 Dodge Caliber. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 27, 2012

General Motors is accelerating the development of electrified vehicles in China, Jon Lauckner, GM Chief Technology Officer, vice president of Global Research & Development, and president of GM Ventures, said in a presentation at the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress in Beijing. concept in the Tianjin Eco-City.

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APRIL 22, 2010

Tomorrow at the Beijing Motor Show, General Motors will unveil its a concept car that likely shows what will be its second unique model of the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle.

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MARCH 24, 2017

Buick announced that it will shortly launch the Velite 5, its first extended range electric vehicle (EREV), in China. The system has a double high-performance, permanent-magnet electric motor drive unit. In EREV mode, the model can deliver a total driving range of more than 750 km (466 miles). l/100 km (131 mpg US).

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Lucid Motors unveiled the Lucid Air battery-electric luxury sedan, which will start at less than US$80,000. With up to 1,080 horsepower available in a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive architecture, the Lucid Air is able to achieve quarter-mile times as quick as 9.9 seconds on a consistent, repeatable basis.

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JULY 29, 2021

General Motors. New Engineering Concepts to High Energy Density Li-S Batteries. Scalable Ultra Power-Dense Extended Range (SUPER) Inverter. Federal share. AOI 1a: Next-generation Liquid Electrolytes for Li-ion Cells under Extreme Conditions. SUNY University @ Stony Brook. University of Pittsburgh. Cummins, Inc.

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Based on the Converj concept first shown in 2009, the Cadillac ELR is set to become the very first Extended Range Electric Vehicle launched by a full-line luxury automaker when it hits Cadillac dealers in early 2014. kWh lithium-ion battery pack feeding an electric motor.

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OCTOBER 2, 2013

Opel has presented a specially-equipped Ampera extended range electric vehicle to the Technical Institute Karlsruhe (KIT), marking the beginning of a field trial in the research project iZEUS (intelligent Zero Emission Urban System) in Stuttgart. Click to enlarge. Connected vehicles Electric (Battery) Smart charging Smart Grid'

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JANUARY 6, 2011

General Motors and Powermat, a provider of wireless charging technology for mobile personal devices, announced a commercial agreement that will eliminate the need for charging cords for personal electronic devices in many future Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac products beginning mid-2012. We first developed the Volt concept car in 2006.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2015

With this innovative composite construction, BMW has established a use for CFRP in the large-scale serial production of motor vehicles. The innovative insulation concept has the additional effect of further improving acoustic comfort.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Lucid Motors provided some details about it proprietary, in-house developed electric drivetrain that will power the forthcoming pure-electric luxury Lucid Air. With up to 1,080 horsepower available in a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive architecture, the Lucid Air is able to achieve quarter-mile times as low as 9.9

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AUGUST 18, 2009

The Fisker Karma plug-in extended range electric vehicle ( earlier post ) made its public driving debut over the weekend, 19 months after being introduced as a concept. Combined with two electric motors, these components make up the Q-Drive powertrain exclusive to all Fisker automobiles.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2009

General Motors will follow its 2011 Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric car with a production version of the Cadillac Converj concept car revealed at this year's Detroit Auto Show. It's been an open question for a while now: What will be the next vehicle to use GM's Voltec series hybrid electric-car platform?

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

BMW sees hydrogen-powered fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEVs) offering the ideal combination of zero-emission motoring and everyday practicality when extended ranges and high running resistances are required. These all-rounders offer an entry point into customer-focused e-mobility in many segments.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Jaguar has unveiled the C-X75 concept, an extended range electric vehicle that uses twin gas micro-turbines from Bladon Jets to power two switched reluctance generators from SR Drives. Traction is provided by four 145 kW (195 bhp), 400 N·m (295 lb-ft) traction motors at each wheel for total drive power of 580 kW/780 bhp.

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JUNE 13, 2009

University students from The Ohio State University earned top honors at the 2009 finals of the EcoCAR : The NeXt Challenge competition in Toronto, Canada for their design of a Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV). In the final year, teams must refine their vehicles to near-showroom quality.

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JULY 12, 2013

Describing its product goals and tracking progress toward its 2020 manufacturing priorities in its 2012 Sustainability Report , General Motors reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce the energy used and the environmental impacts of building and operating an automobile.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2023

kWh long-range lithium-ion battery that enables the motor to produce 214 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. kWh long-range battery that enables the motor to produce 214 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. It has a top speed of 185 km/h and an ARAI-certified range of 631 km. kW/ 16 A charger takes 13 hours 30 minutes.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Monza Concept. Opel intends that its Monza Concept ( earlier post ), unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, serve as a role-model for next-generation Opel cars, with particular emphasis on design, maximum connectivity, and optimum efficiency, including advanced powertrain flexibility. Click to enlarge. HMI and connectivity.

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AUGUST 18, 2011

General Motors has already got into the electric vehicle race with its Chevrolet brand – and now Cadillac is the next in line. The company has announced that the Cadillac Converj extended range electric vehicle concept will indeed be made into a production car – that will be called the Cadillac ELR.

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