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Audi upgrades battery capacity in Q5, A6 and A7 Sportback PHEVs

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Audi has upgraded the battery capacity for the Q5, A6, and A7 Sportback PHEVs. This allows the Audi PHEV models to be fully charged in around two-and-a-half hours when connected to a sufficiently powerful power connection. The A6 Avant 50 TFSI e quattro now completes the PHEV range from Audi. kWh net (17.9

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Porsche increases electric range for all Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEVs by up to 30%

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Most drivers charge their vehicles at home so a conventional domestic or industrial electrical socket is sufficient for charging all Porsche plug-in hybrid models. kW can be achieved with the Porsche Mobile Charger Connect. All functions can be controlled via the Porsche Connect App as required.

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Kia brings e-Soul to Europe, upgrades Niro hybrid and PHEV

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Kia also introduced its new UVO CONNECT telematics technology in Geneva, available on the e-Soul and upgraded Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid. The connected car technology will be introduced to a number of other Kia models in the near future. inch TFT LCD widescreen system, featuring Kia’s new UVO CONNECT telematics system.

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XL to launch plug-in hybrid electric Ford F-250 pickup at NTEA Work Truck Show

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XL, a provider of connected vehicle electrification solutions for commercial, utility and municipal fleets, will unveil a plug-in hybrid electric version of the popular Ford F-250 pickup truck at the NTEA Work Truck show, 5-8 March in Indianapolis. Most recently, Anna served as COO of Xamax Industries, a leading specialty materials provider.

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Volvo Cars launches new S60 sports sedan; first Volvo car made in US; two PHEV models coming

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The new S60 is the first Volvo car to be sold without a diesel offer, signalling the company’s industry-leading commitment to electrification and a long-term future beyond the traditional combustion engine. Volvo S60 Polestar PHEV. The new S60 is the first Volvo car made in the US.

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Bosch showcasing wide range of future commercial vehicle technologies at NACV; automated, connected and electric

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At the North American Commercial Vehicle Show (NACV) in Atlanta this week, Bosch is showcasing its portfolio of automated, connected and electrified technologies for commercial vehicles. At NACV, Bosch will debut its 15-inch freely programmable cluster, the largest digital cluster available for the commercial vehicle industry.

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Toyota Industries Corp. Develops Solar Charging Station for EVs and PHEVs

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Toyota Industries’ solar charging station. Toyota Industries Corp (TIC) has developed a solar charging station for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHVs) and electric vehicles (EVs). The station is grid connected, and also captures power generated by the 1.9 Toyota Industries recharger on a stand. Click to enlarge.

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