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Leclanché develops third-generation marine battery system for electrification of broad range of vessels

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The IP-rated enclosures provide protection against mechanical and electrical incidents and keep water and contaminants out in the event of a thermal runaway while keeping noxious gases/flames in and routed out via a sealed exhaust system. Leclanché is also offering spare parts kits to enable rapid on-site interventions and repairs.

Mariner 259
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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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Access to the cargo area, with tie downs, lights, a first aid kit and under-floor compartments, is through a power lift gate. Connectivity includes USB/iPod control, advanced casual voice recognition, Bluetooth streaming audio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa and hands-free telephone with Siri Eyes Free mode.

Lexus 83
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Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

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Below in the lower fascia are dual horizontal exhaust ports. The Genesis Connected Services and Digital Key offer multiple conveniences, including being able to start the GV80 remotely. Maintenance – Three years/36,000 miles. The dual-level, horizontal LED tail lights wrap from the fender to the hands-free power lift gate.

MPG 65
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Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

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With lower exhaust heat, heat efficiency was enhanced, and consequently, fuel efficiency was enhanced as well. The sun gear is connected to MG1 (acting as the generator); the planet carrier is connected directly to the engine, and the ring gear is connected to the counter gear. Power Control Unit.

Prius 244
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Tesla Inside: The Ultimate Vintage Land Rover Retrofit

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A port mounted on a rear fender connects a standard CCS ( Combined Charging System ) plug to an onboard 7-kW charger. EV conversions here and elsewhere are seizing both imaginations and wallets, as classic-car fans focus on improved performance, reliability, and ease of maintenance, with the environmental benefits a green icing on the cake.

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Li-ion Reserve in the World: How it Revolutionised the EV Industry

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On the other hand, the gasoline-powered vehicles were also in trouble because of the trail of exhaust gas, the gear shifting, and the cranking required to start the engine. Low Maintenance – no periodic discharge is needed; there is no memory. The Great Fall. Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Game Changer. Lithium Deposits In The World.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5T AWD

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The LED taillights have an attractive LED design–imagine the letter “T” lying on its side–that are connected by a red reflector strip. In the rear the hands-free power lift-gate sits above the sliver lower fascia where there is a single, horizontal exhaust port. Maintenance – Three years/36,000 mile.

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