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Transient Plasma Systems says advances are bringing plasma ignition technology closer to commercialization

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Traditional ignition systems when used to enhance internal combustion engine (ICE) efficiency and lower emissions are handicapped with high energy consumption and poor durability leading to an unattractive cost of ownership. For advanced ignition systems to be adopted, cost, size and lower energy consumption are critical.

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5 Ways Owning an EV Can Save You Money

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However, that higher upfront cost is mitigated in other ways. Lower fuel costs Aside from having zero tailpipe emissions, the most obvious advantage of driving an EV is the ability to fuel it without having to stop at a gas station. Fewer maintenance costs EVs have fewer moving parts than ICE vehicles. per gallon.

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Cummins introduces 5L V8 diesel for North American light- and medium-duty commercial vehicles

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creates new opportunities for our OEM customers as a compact and lightweight engine that delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency and total cost of ownership. In cold weather, the advanced ceramic glow plug system significantly reduces start time and electrical current draw, reducing vehicle charging system requirements. Cummins ISV5.0

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DOE to issue FY14 Vehicle Technologies program-wide funding opportunity announcement

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The areas of interest outlined in the notice of intent (NOI) fall into two broad categories: technologies to advance plug-in electric vehicles; and technologies to improve fuel efficiency, including dual-fuel, fuel properties (e.g., Some specific goals include: Cutting battery costs from their current $500/kWh to $125/kWh.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. A PHEV is the natural bridge between a gasoline and electric propulsion, but it only works when the car is plugged in whenever possible.

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J.D. Power sees hybrid and EV share below 10% of US market through 2016 despite rising fuel prices

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Growth of alternative powertrain vehicles sales will be limited by consumer concerns about costs as well as functionality, according to the newly-released J.D. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles: 37%. The bottom line is that most consumers want to be green, but not if there is a significant personal cost to them. However, J.D.

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Study finds V2G-capable electric school buses cost-effective with current technology; financial and environmental benefits

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They analyzed several factors, including fuel expense, electricity and battery costs, health externalities, and frequency regulation market price. medical and climate change costs), the net present benefit would be $5,700 per seat. A sensitivity analysis was conducted to determine how the factors influenced the costs and benefits.

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