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The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is scheduled to arrive in North America early in 2022 and in global markets later that year. The 4xe PHEV technology targets an estimated 25 miles (40 km) of all-electric range and 57 MPGe and offers: 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe. 1 low-range gear ratio. 1 crawl ratio.
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British EV technology company Electrogenic, known for its classic car EV conversions, has expanded its range of drop-in conversion kits with a cost-effective plug and play solution to electrify the classic Mini.Electrogenic’s kit converts the automotive icon to electric drive from just £15,000 (US$18,800) plus VAT.
Global automotive supplier Linamar Corporation has developed a fully-integrated, compact, modular and scalable twin-motor bolt-on rear axle unit to enable hybrid all-wheel drive applications: the Agilit-e Hybrid Power Unit. miles) with a maximum all-electric speed of 130 km/h (81 mph). Click to enlarge.
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Under the FOCUS program, projects will develop advanced solar converters that turn sunlight into electricity for immediate use, while also producing heat that can be stored at low cost for later use as well as innovative storage systems that accept both heat and electricity from variable solar sources. Earlier post.). Source: ARPA-E.
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Only the car company’s are still waiting and still making and selling cars that contribute to global warming. Otherwise you’ll just be buying a dinosaur that you’ll have to pay to convert or dispose of. From there she went on to author and spearhead AB 32 our Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006.
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The Siemens global research unit Corporate Technology developed the powertrain and built a prototype. Two inverters, also developed specially for the Furtive-eGT, distribute electric power by converting the direct current from the Saft battery into alternating current. 310 km (193 miles) over a combined cycle (NEDC standard).
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The Cruze is a GM global car; the North American version features a new Ecotec 1.4L The Cruze is a GM global car; the North American version features a new Ecotec 1.4L turbo, Cruze’s fuel efficiency enables a cruising range of more than 500 miles (800 km). GM has already introduced the Cruze in Europe and Asia. Recommended fuel.
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