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New Gen 8 Volkswagen Golf offers five hybrid versions from 48V MHEV to PHEV

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The new battery is characterized by 50% more energy capacity (13 kWh) and thus an improved electric range, meaning that almost all daily journeys within an urban environment can consequently be covered without generating any local emissions. The plug-in hybrid drive consists of elements including a 1.4-liter

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Navigant suggests that, since the automakers have already designed the vehicles that they will be selling in 2018, they will become more vocal in 2014 to push for changes; the firm expects the dispute to escalate, perhaps resulting in legal action. Automakers will want to tap into connectivity to offer information and entertainment services.

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2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Review — Bada Bing

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But this turned out to be a blessing in disguise for the Tonale, as I learned that it remains amenable in most environments and eager to please even when there’s not a lot of open road to work with. But the Alfa continued to offer lively acceleration beyond speeds that would be deemed legally acceptable. I am only human.)

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

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A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) contains both an electric powertrain and an internal combustion engine. The charging process is only initiated once the automatic system check has detected a safe connection between the vehicle and the charging station. EV MYTH ONE: EVs catch fire more than petrol cars. Charging Safety.

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Updated Volkswagen Passat to offer upgraded PHEV version; partially automated driving at cruising speed

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On the other, they can be used as a zero-emission vehicle in the urban environment. When connected to a conventional electrical grid with 230 volts / 2.3 Charging starts with connecting the plug. The driver must permanently monitor the system in Level 2 for legal and safety reasons. Passat GTE Variant. kWh up from 9.9

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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With the e-tron services in the Audi connect portfolio, drivers can use their smartphones to control such functions as charging and heating or cooling. Audi connect, which is also standard, connects the Q7 e-tron quattro to the internet via the fast LTE standard. The driver can choose between four modes. “EV”

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Volkswagen provides first technical details of Gen 8 Passat, including plug-in hybrid drive; multiple new assistance systems

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A plug-in hybrid drivetrain will be on offer, also, making Passat Volkswagen’s third model with a PHEV option. The cylinder crankcase, crankshaft, connecting rods and pistons were adapted to the high maximum combustion pressure of 200 bar. bi-turbo diesel. Click to enlarge. The module enables turbo boost levels of up to 3.8

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