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Eaton introduces DC-DC converters for 48V commercial vehicle architectures

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Power management company Eaton introduced a family of 48-volt DC-DC converters for diesel-powered commercial vehicles that can be used to power accessories such as antilock brakes and lighting. Unlike competitive offerings, Eaton’s DC-DC converters are operational in ambient temperatures up to 85 ?C

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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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At SEMA360, Chevrolet will showcase a 1977 K5 Blazer converted to all-electric propulsion. The K5 Blazer-E is a functional proof of concept of the upcoming Electric Connect and Cruise package Chevrolet Performance plans to sell in the second half of 2021. —Jim Campbell, GM US vice president of Performance and Motorsports.

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Continental supplying 48-volt belt starter generator with integrated power electronics for Audi A8

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The system replaces a conventional starter pinion and is driven by a belt connected to the engine crankshaft. Additionally, when the driver applies the brakes during everyday driving, the A8 converts a large percentage of the braking energy—normally lost in the form of heat—into electrical energy for future use.

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Audi offers 22 kW AC charging option on e-tron

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The standard mode 3 cable, with which all e-tron models can charge at public terminals, has already been converted to a charging capacity of 22 kW. The new charging system connect, which Audi offers for home garages, is also designed for a charging capacity of up to 22 kW. Charging planning then considers forecast periods of sunshine.

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New Mercedes-AMG SL 43 features engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger derived directly from Formula 1

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The turbocharger is operated via the 48-volt electrical system, which also feeds the belt-driven starter-generator (RSG). The turbocharger, which is operated via the 48-volt on-board electrical system, works at speeds of up to 170,000 rpm, which enables a very high airflow rate.

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Mobilize launching first commercial V2G service starting in 2024 with Renault 5; France, Germany and UK initially

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With a Renault-designed adapter connected to the vehicle’s charging socket, the future electric Renault 5 can provide the same energy output as a 220-volt power outlet. Mobilize V2G will also be available on future Renault electric vehicles.

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ecovolta develops standardized Li-ion traction battery; saving cost and time

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Manufacturers can rapidly convert even smaller or pre-existing vehicle series to run on electricity, creating prototypes within just a few weeks, ecovolta said. The integrated battery management system enables master-slave operation as well as connection of the batteries to a CAN bus. evoTractionBattery. kWh to 15 kWh. kWh to 15 kWh.

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