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Ford to launch new generation of Mondeo hybrid models in 2019; first Mondeo hybrid wagon

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Ford will enhance the fuel-efficient Mondeo Hybrid gasoline-electric vehicle range—including the introduction of the first Mondeo Hybrid wagon variant—from 2019. The Ford Mondeo Hybrid powertrain uses an electric motor to support the specially-developed 2.0-liter

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Hybrid 2019 Ford Gasoline-Electric

Ford extends Transit Plug-In Hybrid Van trial to Cologne

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 3, 2018

This will extend to a third European city research into the use of plug-in hybrid electric vans that run solely on electric power for most city trips. liter EcoBoost gasoline engine that charges the on-board compact liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack as required to offer a total range of up to 500 kilometers (310 miles).

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Plug-in Ford Plug Hybrid

SEAT unveils plug-in hybrid prototype based on the new Leon hatchback; smart charging and V2G

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2013

The Leon Verde (“Green”) prototype is the culmination of the four-year Cenit Verde research project in Spain, and was presented at the official closing event of the project. TSI gasoline engine with a 75 kW electric motor. l/100 km (147 mpg US), with 36 g/km CO 2 ; all-electric range is 31 miles (50 km).

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Ford of Europe piloting geofencing and blockchain technology to ensure PHEVs operate efficiently in city center low-emission zones

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Ford is extending its European plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) trial to Cologne. The study, which is also testing Ford PHEVs on the streets of London and Valencia, Spain, aims to better analyse and show the real-world benefits of such vehicles for the environment and for commercial vehicle owners and operators.

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PHEV Ford Emissions Europe

Ford unveils C-MAX Energi, its first production plug-in hybrid, and another hybrid variant

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid. On the heels officially introducing the Focus Electric last week ( earlier post ), Ford revealed two next-generation hybrids—including its first production plug-in hybrid (PHEV)—at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Click to enlarge.

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Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug

Ford reveals production version of Transit Custom PHEV at IAA Commercial Vehicles

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Ford revealed the production version of the new Transit Custom plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover, Germany. The Transit Custom PHEV targets an all-electric driving range of 50 kilometers (31 miles), and uses the multi-award-winning Ford 1.0-liter

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PHEV Commercial Ford Production

Exploring the adoption of EVs in the US, Europe and China; charging scenarios and infrastructure

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2013

Aspirational targets among seven countries participating in the Electric Vehicle Initiative would see growth from just under 2 million EV and PHEVs to just under 20 million by 2020. Source: “Electric Vehicle Grid Integration”. Within the EU, it cites examples from France, Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Denmark.

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Europe China Charging Grid

Kia EV9 wins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2024 title | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

MARCH 7, 2024

The all-electric Kia EV9 has been voted the World’s Best Car for 2024 by the panel of journalists judging the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY). ” Why the Kia EV9 won After careful analysis and thorough examination, the verdict overwhelmingly favours the Kia EV9 as the leading choice in the realm of electric SUVs.

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Ford poll finds Europeans want freedom of car ownership, but worry about traffic, cost of driving, environment

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

6,028 people were questioned across six European countries; Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK. By comparison, 66% of those polled have owned a gasoline engine vehicle and 38% have owned a diesel engine vehicle. The survey was carried out between July and August 2012. Future mobility solutions.

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Renault 2010 Environment Workshop, Part 1: Combustion Engine Technology and Product Plans

Green Car Congress

JUNE 7, 2010

In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment to electric powertrains. New TCe gasoline engine family. New-generation 1.5 dCi engines. The current 1.5 liter powerplant and the torque of a 1.6,

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Environment Engine 2010 Parts

Ford to triple production capacity of electrified vehicles in North America by 2013; led by C-MAX Hybrid, C-MAX Energi

Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2011

Ford Motor Company is tripling production capacity of its electrified vehicle lineup through 2013 to more than 100,000 units, further boosting volumes of its C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ), which begin production next year. This allows it to run in electric mode before using the gasoline engine.

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DLR and partners inaugurate largest solar-thermochemical H2 production plant

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2017

In the coming months, scientists will produce hydrogen in test operations and demonstrations at the Plataforma Solar de Almería (PSA) in southern Spain, and investigate the suitability of materials. Hydrogen has the potential to increase the proportion of renewable energies used, particularly in the transport and heating sectors.

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Solar Production Hydrogen Water

How Do EVs Compare To Gas Cars?

Wallbox

JANUARY 4, 2021

While there’s no doubt that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has set back the automotive industry in what was to be a crucial year for the electric vehicles (EVs) market , EVs have an important role to play in reshaping the future as many people are already lobbying for sustainable ways to rebuild the economy when the pandemic ends.

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Ford to launch new generation of Mondeo hybrid models in 2019; first Mondeo hybrid wagon

Ford extends Transit Plug-In Hybrid Van trial to Cologne

SEAT unveils plug-in hybrid prototype based on the new Leon hatchback; smart charging and V2G

Ford of Europe piloting geofencing and blockchain technology to ensure PHEVs operate efficiently in city center low-emission zones

Ford unveils C-MAX Energi, its first production plug-in hybrid, and another hybrid variant

Ford reveals production version of Transit Custom PHEV at IAA Commercial Vehicles

Exploring the adoption of EVs in the US, Europe and China; charging scenarios and infrastructure

Kia EV9 wins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2024 title | Autocar Professional

Ford poll finds Europeans want freedom of car ownership, but worry about traffic, cost of driving, environment

Renault 2010 Environment Workshop, Part 1: Combustion Engine Technology and Product Plans

Ford to triple production capacity of electrified vehicles in North America by 2013; led by C-MAX Hybrid, C-MAX Energi

DLR and partners inaugurate largest solar-thermochemical H2 production plant

How Do EVs Compare To Gas Cars?

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