Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2021

The layout with the combustion engine at the front and Electric Drive Unit on the rear axle offers numerous advantages. In addition, electrification helps to maintain or even exceed today’s high AMG performance level in the future, even with smaller combustion engines. An electric actuator switches to the 2 nd gear by approx.

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Mercedes Hybrid Batteries Battery 448

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2013

The project is led by Dr. Alireza Khaligh, Assistant Professor Electrical and Computer Engineering, A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland, with Steven Rogers, president and CTO of Genovation Cars. and will reach 60 mph in less than 7.5

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Energy Storage Maryland Energy Hybrid 231

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2015

Testing was also conducted at the DTNA Detroit engineering facility to demonstrate engine efficiency by achieving 50.2% engine brake thermal efficiency. liter engine, a hybrid system, a Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) system, along with a number of other upgrades. mpg (19.26

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2009 Engine Detroit Oregon 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

The magnets—and thus the rotor—follow the rotating alternating current field in the stator windings. The engine is referred to as synchronous because the rotor turns at the same rate as the magnetic field of the stator. The top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155 mph) with the optional package.

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Mercedes Concept Wind Batteries 259

The Truth About Cars

MAY 23, 2023

Let’s be clear: this so-called ‘entry’ model of the tremendous SL roadster still costs six figures and has just 14 fewer horsepower than the vaunted R129-era V12 convertible – despite having precisely one-third the number of cylinders. turbocharged engine breathed upon by AMG and featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger.

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Mercedes America Exhaust Gas-Electric 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 13, 2011

Starting in 2013, Audi will begin series production of TCNG models whose engines—derived from TFSI units—will be powered by e-gas: synthetic methane produced via the methanation of hydrogen produced by electrolysis using renewable electricity. Wind turbines are the first significant component of the Audi e-gas project.

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Audi Gas Hydrogen 2013 370

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

The top speed of both all-wheel-drive models is 260 km/h (162 mph). The electric motors: synchronous motors with hairpin winding. A special feature of the Taycan’s electric motors is the hairpin winding, in which the solenoid coils of the stator consist of rectangular rather than round wires.

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Porsche Cars Electric Electrical 249

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

As a result, emissions are around 16% lower than those of the B 200 BlueEFFICIENCY with gasoline engine, which offers equal performance. The new model belongs to efficiency class A and meets the Euro 6 emissions standard, which is not due to come into effect for all gasoline-engined vehicles until 1 September 2014.

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Gas Mercedes Gasoline Petrol 268

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2015

With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine. Earlier post.)

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Volvo Plug-in PHEV Engine 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2012

The technology optimises the CO 2 balance of the vans with certified green electricity, or even surplus wind energy (“Wind-to-Vehicle/W2V”). The speed of the Vito E-CELL is electronically limited to 89 km/h (55 mph) to preserve a maximum range. Speeds were largely in the 15 to 30 km/h (9-19 mph) range. 11 seconds.

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Mercedes Fleet Stimulus Package MPH 231

Green Car Congress

MARCH 1, 2013

When the energy required to build the e-gas facility and wind power generators is included in a comprehensive analysis, CO 2 emissions under e-Gas operation are still less than 30 grams per km (48.28 The engine is based on the new 1.4 The Audi A3 Sportback g-tron is fully bivalent—i.e.

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Audi Gas CO2 Gas-Electric 296

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

With hybrid-specific all-wheel drive, the combustion engine driving the rear wheels and the electric motor driving the front wheels, acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes just 4.2/4.4 seconds (preliminary) for the Coupe and Roadster respectively with both reaching an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.

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BMW 2019 Power Powered 170

Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2013

Since 2010, all Sprinters in the US have been powered by BlueTEC diesel engines, marking the first use of BlueTEC technology, with its selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system, in the commercial van market here. Maximum torque is available right from low engine speeds and over a broad engine speed range.

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2014 Diesel Standards Exhaust 306

Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2014

liter four-cylinder engine and the NX 300h hybrid with 2.5-liter liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine, which brings the brand’s number of hybrid offerings to six—the most among luxury brands. liter turbocharged gasoline engine has a combination water-cooled cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold and twin-scroll turbocharger.

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North America Lexus America Fuel Economy 210

Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2013

The test drive results were obtained from four unmodified Panamera S E-Hybrid production cars, each carrying three to four people, with the climate control system activated and accelerating up to 230 km/h (143 mph) on the highway section of the route. mph), while the average speed in NEDC testing is just 33 km/h (20.5 Powertrain.

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Porsche MPG Hybrid PHEV 273

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

Maximum speed is 193 km/h (120 mph) and the monocab reaches the 100 km/h mark in 11.4 To reduce friction in the engine, the camshaft is supported by needle bearings. This is controlled by the engine control module and helps to reduce the CO 2 emissions. liters of diesel per 100 km (52.3 mpg US) in the combined cycle.

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MPG Oil Engine Emissions 218

Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2014

V6 gasoline engine (EA 390) and six-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission with 40 kW electric motor as part of the DQ400E hybrid module in the engine compartment, rather than the 1.4-liter liter engine and 80 kW motor DQ400E in the A3 e-tron and Golf GTE plug-in hybrids. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2016

l/100 km) combined, 47 mpg city and 46 mpg highway; the powertrain shares the transmission architecture with the 2016 Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle (EREV), but includes changes to optimize the system for engine-driven charge-sustaining operation in the range of conditions represented by the US EPA 5 cycle fuel economy tests.

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Malibu Hybrid 2016 Chevrolet Design 150

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2024

Chevrolet engineers, designers and the brand marketing team members were on-hand to answer questions about Chevrolet’s first full-size electric pickup truck. The Silverado EV drove smooth, but there was noticeable wind noise from the outside mirrors to the point we checked if all the windows were up.

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Silverado Chevrolet Hummer GMC 77

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. Gas plus two electric motors The hybrid system automatically switches between the pure electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Your numbers may differ.

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Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 75

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2011

The Golf Variant twïnDRIVE enables distances of up to 57 km (35 miles) on pure electrical power; an additional small internal combustion engine provides for a total range of about 900 km (559 miles). sunshine duration, wind strength). Earlier post.) In parallel, more and more electricity is being generated from solar and water power.

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Plug-in Fleet Plug Hybrid 210

Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2018

The high-resolution E3SM earth system model simulates the strongest storms with surface winds exceeding 150 mph—hurricanes that leave cold wakes that are 2 to 4 degrees Celsius cooler than their surroundings. The E3SM project will soon convert to an “open development” project.

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Water Grid Climate North America 186

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

liter gasoline engine, running on 87 octane, and two motor generators producing 120 kilowatts for a combined 220 horsepower and 139 pound-feet of torque. Performance of 0-60 mph in 6.6 coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fuel economy. kilowatt charger.

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Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 85

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

The A3 e-tron can cruise at up to 80 mph in all-electric mode; a spec we confirmed—with enjoyment—last week during a media drive in the San Francisco Bay Area. Top speed for the A3 Sportback e-tron is 130 mph. The car is tightly engineered, and drives, as one would expect, like an Audi. The drive unit.

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Audi Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

mi), electrically actuated aerodynamic elements on the engine hood, the flanks and at the rear end direct the flow of air as needed to improve the flow through and around the vehicle. This is one example of the intensive development work in the wind tunnel. The driver can even mobilize 370 kW and more than 800 N·m (590.0

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Concept Audi Porsche Plug-in 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine and two motor/generators through an electronically controlled planetary-type continuously variable transmission (CVT). The smaller transaxle and power control unit allow for the auxiliary battery to be installed in the engine compartment. The retuned 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter The new Prius design features a 0.24

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Prius MPG 2016 Toyota 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

This could eventually have a role comparable to that of the Volkswagen Group’s modular diesel and modular gasoline engine kits (MDB and MOB). (“Baukasten” = German for construction kit). A highlight was the new arrangement of the clutch and torque converter behind the differential, resulting in a longer wheelbase.

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Audi 2018 Production Concept 150

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

turbocharged inline six-cylinder gasoline engine was mated to a 48-volt mild hybrid system, producing 429 hp and 384 lb.-ft. That whoosh you hear and feel, when tromping the pedal, is not only the wind blowing through your hair, but the feeling of stellar acceleration. Lexus LC 500 Convertible. seconds to 60 mph.

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Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2022

By 2025 it will come out with no new internal combustion engine (ICE) models, then by 2030 will only sell electric cars and SUVs. Genesis invited automotive media to Bentonville, Arkansas, to drive the G80 EV through the winding Ozark Mountain roads. We turned 0-60 mph times of about 4.9 Genesis adds an electric sedan.

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All-Electric Arkansas Charging Power 76

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 8, 2022

The I-Force Max engine was smooth and powerful with the instant torque from the electric motor. Toyota’s parallel hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. An engine now augmented by electric drive. Smooth Performer.

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Toyota Tundra Hybrid Gasoline-Electric 91

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2022

The one in WTF mode (Watts To Freedom in GM’s sanitized parlance) that takes the 9,200-pound pickup 0-60 mph in three seconds? If you have driven any electric vehicle, you know the acceleration is quick, with manufacturers trying to outdo each other with the shortest time to 60 or 100 mph. Like Nothing Else On the Road.

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Hummer GMC All-Electric F-150 95

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

liter gasoline-powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with twin electric motors for a total system 181 horse power. The Lexus Hybrid Drive system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Hybrid Efficiency. A powerful, efficient drivetrain.

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Lexus Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 78

Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2014

A highlight of the new MQB-based Passat’s range of engines is a high-performance, four-cylinder, 2.0-liter, This engine will be available only with a new seven-speed DSG gearbox and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Its hybrid drive system consists of a 115 kW / 156 PS gasoline direct-injection engine with turbocharging (1.4

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid Diesel 286

Electric Auto Association

JANUARY 5, 2023

“Palmer worked at General Electric’s Nuclear Energy Division back then, while Stan Skokan, our treasurer, was the engineer at Hewlett-Packard (HP) who measured BIll Hewlett’s shirt pocket to make sure their calculator would fit.” “So So many of our members have been practicing engineers, not just tinkerers,” Freund continued.

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EV1 San Jose California Motorcycles 52

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The Pacifica runs on a gas engine–and two electric motors. Regenerative braking converts kinetic energy into electricity when braking or coasting. The newly styled 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is ready for your test drive.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 91

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 20, 2023

For excitement, 0-60 mph times are about 3.9 Wind and road noise were reduced partly due to acoustic laminated glass and sound-deadening insulation. When coasting or braking, it converts kinetic energy into electric energy and returns it to the battery. By 2025, they will come out with no new internal combustion engine models.

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All-Electric SUV Alabama Gasoline-Electric 74

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

I have driven several Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with the wonderful Duramax turbodiesel engine, so expectations were high for a luxury week behind the wheel. liter Duramax turbodiesel engine. Stand next to the hood when the engine is at idle, and you will be amazed at how quiet it is. It did not disappoint. Offering the 3.0L

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Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 93