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Geely invests in Carbon Recycling Intl.; vehicles fueled by methanol from CO2, water and renewable energy

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Geely’s CRI investment and work with renewable methanol is similar to the approach Audi is taking with its own e-fuels projects—producing very low carbon liquid or gaseous fuels using only renewable energy, water and CO 2. Earlier post.). Earlier post.) Currently the company has a 4,000 metric ton/year production capacity.

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Prius Prime PHEV pricing to start at $27,100; on sale later this year

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kWh battery pack for twice the electric range of its predecessor, as well as some enhancements to its powertrain, including a Toyota-first dual motor generator drive system. This uses both the electric motor and the generator for drive force, helping to boost acceleration performance. Pricing starts at $27,100.

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Fraunhofer team developing continuous rapid production line for fuel cell components

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Hydrogen is set to be used in industry and in the future also in road traffic, finally heralding a shift away from gasoline and diesel fuel. Specifically, this is about producing the fuel cell stack on which hydrogen is converted to water and the energy is collected.

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EmberClear completes technical feasibility study for a natural gas to liquids project in Natchez, MS

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If the project proceeds it will be capable of producing 4,000 tons of methanol per day or 14,000 barrels of gasoline per day. The site also provides access to the power grid, the Natchez Port facility, a statewide rail system, and a 40 million gallon per day water treatment facility operated by the City of Natchez.

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Mercedes-Benz introducing new 4-cylinder engine with 48V system and GPF in E-Class

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Mercedes-Benz is introducing a newly developed four-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers the performance of a high-capacity six-cylinder engine but with significantly reduced fuel consumption for the E‑Class Coupé and Cabriolet. Connecting rod length mm 138.7. 48 V electrical system and starter-alternator enable hybrid functions.

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Toyota introduces 2022 Toyota Tundra pickup with new i-FORCE MAX hybrid option

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With the water-cooled intercooler keeping turbo temperatures down, the V6 engine improves on the outgoing V8 engine in every way. Using the SPORT or SPORT+ settings under Drive Mode Select, i-FORCE MAX makes use of the electric motor’s instantaneous responsiveness. All-New Toyota Audio Multimedia.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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The drive went well, there were some minor things the car needed but it had a full service history and when I asked for a 500-dollar-lower asking price than list price, the seller accepted. Having enough electric charge to last a 5-15 minute in silence in a traffic jam. He was surprised! I guess the champagne worked.

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