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Five Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell vehicles joining London hydrogen project

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Five Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell models ( earlier post ) are joining the London Hydrogen Network Expansion (LNHE) project. Two hydrogen fuel stations are already open in London—one of which has public access—with a third to come as part of the LHNE project. The ix35 Fuel Cell. Click to enlarge.

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BMW i features i8 Concept Roadster and BMW i3 at Manhattan stop on “Born Electric” World Tour

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If the driver eases up on the accelerator, the electric motor acts as a generator, converting the kinetic energy into electricity which is then fed back into the battery. mpg US) in the European test cycle. Intelligent power electronics ensure that the electric power onboard the BMW i3 Concept is used economically and efficiently.

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Controlled Power Technologies Packages Its Switched Reluctance Systems in ‘RegEnBoost’ System for Enhanced Support for Downsizing

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RegEnBoost integrates the three devices into a powertrain electrical power network (PEPN), which also incorporates a DC to DC converter and an enhanced lead acid battery, optimized for fast energy storage and release. They have also designed a 100 mpg UK (83 mpg US, 2.8 L/100km) plug-in hybrid scheduled for production in 2011.

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Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are

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Below is a chronology of hybrid Toyota Priuses and Ford Escapes that have been converted. If youre interested in converting your Prius, see the information at How To Get a Plug-In Hybrid. by Amberjac/EnergyCS, March 2007 (London, UK), contact simon@amberjac-projects.co.uk Unless otherwise noted, all are Prius. Jim Tech Ltd.

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