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Hyundai introducing 48V mild hybrid system with 1.6L diesel in Europe

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liter CRDi 48V diesel powertrain introduced in the New Tucson in 2018, Hyundai Motor has now combined its efficient and responsive 48V mild hybrid technology with the 100 kW/136-PS 1.6-liter liter CRDi diesel engine. In addition to the 2.0-liter Once the required speed is reached, the MHSG shifts to neutral mode, delivering no power.

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Kia launching new diesel 48V mild-hybrid powertrain in 2018 on Sportage; more models to come

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Kia Motors will introduce its first 48V diesel mild-hybrid powertrain in the second half of 2018. The Kia Sportage will be the first model to offer the new EcoDynamics+ diesel mild-hybrid powertrain later in 2018. The MHSG can then seamlessly re-ignite the engine—in any situation—if the driver presses the throttle pedal.

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Finland’s oldest ferry goes all electric with Visedo

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The City of Turku will officially re-launch the historic Föri ferry tomorrow, complete with a new zero-emission electric drivetrain that will deliver greater efficiency, less noise and reduced operating costs. Mobimar oversaw the removal of the boat’s diesel-powered hydraulic motor and the old control system.

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SporTran and Proterra deploy Louisiana’s first battery-electric buses in Shreveport

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By replacing its diesel buses, SporTran estimates that the new Proterra Catalyst buses will save more than $2.2 As a result, SporTran will re-invest the savings into Shreveport’s transportation system with the goal of improving bus routes, technology and rider experience.

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Should you rent an EV for a family holiday?

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Sure, it’d be a gamble fraught with charging uncertainty. But Europe’s embraced EVs faster and more enthusiastically than we Aussies, so surely the charging infrastructure is more commonplace, reliable, cheaper and efficient? A stuck charging cable. Holiday days planned around EV charging. Charging is Easy!

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ABB and Volvo Buses partnering on fast-charging system for hybrid and electric buses

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ABB and Volvo Buses are partnering to co-develop and to commercialize electric and hybrid buses with open standards-based direct current (DC) fast charging systems. That system enables onboard batteries to be charged in 15 seconds with a 400 kW boost at selected stops using a roof-mounted system (“Flash station”). Earlier post.)

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Peugeot e-Partner electric van loaded vs empty: Range test

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Positively, we were more efficient than WLTP testers, and from full charge, the range indicated on the e-Partner’s dashboard was around 280km when full. A Peugeot delivery van’s diesel rattle was a familiar sound of my city childhood, and it’s a joy to be mooching around in this silent e-Partner version.

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