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BMW M introduces i7 M70 xDrive electric performance model

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This new standard-setting figure can be attributed to a BMW Group-patented innovation developed under the umbrella of BMW EfficientDynamics, which uses six excitation windings in the motor’s stator instead of the customary three. This gives the BMW i7 M70 xDrive a range of 488 – 560 kilometers (303 – 348 miles, WLTP cycle).

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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This system recharges the 12-volt and hybrid battery while preventing unnecessary battery discharge when the car is off. Highway Driving Assist.

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Axion Power receives order from ePower for PbC batteries to convert 10 Class 8 trucks to series hybrids

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received an order from privately held ePower Engine Systems LLC for PbC batteries and management systems required to convert 10 Class 8 trucks from standard internal combustion engines (ICE) to series diesel electric hybrid drive train systems utilizing ePower’s proprietary technology. Axion Power International, Inc. Earlier post.).

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Hyundai launches Sonata PHEV; 22-mile electric range

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kWh lithium polymer battery pack—roughly five times larger than the Sonata Hybrid’s battery—and is expected to travel up to 22 miles (35 km) on electric power alone. Recharging takes as little as two and a half hours with a Level 2 charger. Projector headlamps are standard while HID headlamps are available.

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Land Rover EV conversion packs in-wheel motors, weighs same as original

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Land Rover Defender EV conversion by Protean The first completed Defender EV has a 75-kwh battery pack affording 153 miles of WLTP range—likely in the vicinity of just 110 to 125 miles if it were to be run in EPA-cycle tests. The company didn’t reveal the curb weight of this example.

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New powertrain line-up for Hyundai 2022 Tucson

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The eight-speed transmission for the standard 2.5-liter A multi-disc and individually controlled hydraulic channel torque converter improves responsiveness by expanding the direct connection band, while a downsized oil pump and double ball bearings minimize frictional losses. liter engine provides quick and crisp shifts.

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Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

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l/100 km) combined, an increase of 24% over the standard Pathfinder. gallon fuel tank, the same as non-hybrid models, driving range is estimated at more than 526 miles (847 km). For the Hybrid version, Pathfinder’s standard 3.5-liter Fuel economy is estimated at 26 mpg (9.0 Estimated city fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4