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BMW Provides Update on ActiveHybrid X6

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The world’s first V8 gasoline engine with two turbochargers and two catalytic converters in the V-section between the two rows of cylinders maintains its maximum output of 300 kW/407 hp from 5,500 – 6,400 rpm. V8 with TwinPower Turbo Technology. liter V8 was terms presented for the first time in the BMW X6 xDrive50i.

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BMW Announces Production Versions of ActiveHybrid X6 and ActiveHybrid 7; Part 1: The Two-Mode ActiveHybrid X6

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Energy storage is provided by a NiMH battery pack positioned beneath the floor of the luggage compartment. On brake application and/or on deceleration, kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy and is stored in the battery pack. This battery pack also feeds electric power to the vehicle’s on-board network. Displacing 4.4

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Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

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Toyota’s goal was to reduce the cost, weight and volume of the pack from the NiMH system used earlier. With lower exhaust heat, heat efficiency was enhanced, and consequently, fuel efficiency was enhanced as well. Controlled by the hybrid ECU, the PCU boost converter raises 201.6 Power Control Unit. VDC up to 650 volts DC.

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Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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The new Power Control Unit combines the inverter and DC/DC converter into one unit. A new water-cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system helps to ensure the lowest possible emissions at all vehicle speeds and helps increase fuel efficiency. The pack comprises 34 NiMH modules, each 7.2 Battery module. ft to 13.1 The DOHC 3.5-liter