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Clemson Researchers to Study Increasing Efficiency of PHEVs Through Integration with IntelliDrive Technology

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Clemson University researchers were recently awarded a $470,363 National Science Foundation grant to study making plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) more efficient through integration with a Vehicle Infrastructure Integration (VII) ( “IntelliDrive” ) system. The IntelliDrive taxonomy. Click to enlarge.

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11 Top LinkedIn Groups to Strengthen Your Connections in the Electric Mobility Community

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The group discusses a variety of topics related to autonomous and connected vehicles, including micromobility, fast charge, eMobility, and more. The purpose of this group is to share the latest hybrid and plug-in hybrid (HEV and PHEV) vehicle technology and news geared for commercial and fleet vehicles. 21,860 members. 19,747 members.

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Ford Testing Intelligent System for Plug-in Vehicle to Grid Communication to Manage Charging

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The Ford PHEV charge settings user interface. Ford’s PHEV vehicle-to-grid communications. The partnership is designed to explore ways to make plug-in hybrids more accessible to consumers, reduce petroleum-related emissions and understand issues related to connectivity between vehicles and the electric grid. Click to enlarge.

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BMW begins Phase 2 of ChargeForward Program with PG&E to study advanced electric vehicle charging; results from Phase 1

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In an effort to further understand and expand the possibilities of smart charging for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), BMW of North America announced a second phase of its BMW ChargeForward program. Earlier post.)

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Audi launching plug-in hybrid versions of Q5, A6, A7 and A8 at Geneva show; 25 miles AER in WLTP

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When breaking, the new Audi PHEV models recover up to 80 kW of energy. The battery capacity is identical to that of the Audi A8 PHEV. The powertrain in the Audi Q5 PHEV follows the same concept as the Audi A6 and A7. The app brings services from the Audi connect portfolio to the customer’s smartphone. The myAudi app.

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2024 Toyota C-HR Debuts Elsewhere: Does Our Market Care?

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Granted, the Mazda CX-30 is light years better to drive and there’s a slew of excellent Hyundai and Kia-branded crossovers that you should probably cross-shop. The PHEV is a little faster at 7.4 But the Corolla Cross basically guaranteed there would be no room for the C-HR at American Toyota dealerships. Front-drive versions of the 2.0-liter

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PHEVLERs are the Zero CO2 Clean Green Machines of the Future

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PHEVLERs are defined as PHEVs with sufficient battery capacity for all electric driving of twice the average daily distance. [ Connect with Dr. Frank on social media: https://www.facebook.com/andyfrankatedi [link]. 3 ] PHEVLER - EAA-PHEV Wiki. [ 4 ] PHEV Vehicles of the Future - Autopedia Wiki. [ Dr. Bruce R.

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