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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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Regenerative braking changes the electric motor to a generator that captures the kinetic energy of the still-turning wheels when the brake is applied, storing it in the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) hybrid battery pack. The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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Hyundai’s strategy involves an adaptation of the modular 6-speed transmission, replacing the torque converter with an electric motor and high-efficiency oil pump. Sonata’s hybrid system stores its electrical charge in a 34 kW lithium polymer rechargeable battery (5.3Ah/270V) from LG Chem. System net power [hp]. Hybrid system.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

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The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is charged when applying the brakes or coasting. This regenerative charging system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery. Your numbers may differ.

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Take a detailed look at 7 types of energy storage batteries

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Energy storage is storing energy through a medium or device and releasing it when needed. A battery is a device for energy conversion and storage, which converts chemical or physical energy into electrical energy through a reaction. A physical battery is a device that converts physical energy into electrical energy.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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MG 1 starts the gasoline engine and charges the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery, while MG2 drives the front wheels and regenerates the battery during braking and coasting, and MGR drives the rear wheels and also regenerates the battery. The system comprises a 3.5-liter Observations: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD

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The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is charged when applying the brakes or coasting. This regenerative charging system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery. Your numbers may differ. This process can be viewed on a dash gauge where you can watch the power flow into and out of the battery.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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The Mirai uses the Toyota Fuel Cell System (TFCS), which features both fuel cell technology and hybrid technology, and includes proprietary Toyota-developed components including the fuel cell (FC) Stack, FC boost converter, and high-pressure hydrogen tanks. FC Boost Converter. Toyota is using a NiMH battery in the Mirai.

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