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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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Roskill: automotive batteries and stainless steel to drive nickel demand

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Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) such as the Toyota Prius have been an important market for nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. However, the best current technology to store the energy required by electric motors is the lithium-ion battery, and most (although not all) types of such batteries contain nickel.

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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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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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Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid PHEV averages 4.4 l/100 km (53.4 mpg US) during test drives

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This energy is stored in the traction battery so that it will be available for later zero-emissions driving. The performance partner which stores energy for the electric motor is a newly developed 384V Li-ion battery. These changes have resulted in different torque relationships in the lock- up torque converter.

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Volkswagen Introduces BlueMotionTechnologies Umbrella Brand for Fuel-Efficient, Low-Emissions Technologies; Previews Touareg Hybrid

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The term BlueMotionTechnologies does not define a fixed set of technologies but a range of continually evolving solutions, currently including systems such as a new stop-start system, regenerative braking, SCR catalytic converter and the NO x storage catalytic converter, electric drive and hybrid systems. Click to enlarge.

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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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