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ORNL demos 20 kW bi-directional wireless charging on UPS PHEV truck; 11" air gap, >92% efficiency

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Doing so would give energy flexibility to a fleet owner’s business, and help better manage on-site generation such as solar power. The technology takes energy from the grid and converts it to direct current (DC) voltage. The project leverages ORNL’s expertise in vehicle systems integration as well as power electronics engineering.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review: Plug-in SUV saves money, comes at a cost

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Now an eight-year veteran on the Australian scene, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. We tested the $66,000 (approx) drive-away Outlander PHEV Aspire five-seater to see how it works for an active family of four. 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire. What is it? Is it good value?

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Advanced Propulsion Centre UK publishes automotive power electronics value chain

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Electric vehicles use 30% more chips than ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles—meaning shortages will impact on 2030 manufacturing targets. There are three main power electronic components on board battery electric vehicles; an inverter, a DC-DC converter, and an onboard charger (OBC).

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV Plug-in Hybrid Technology in an All-New Package Toyota is taking the lead suggesting how you should drive a plug-in hybrid. Until then, this Flash Drive is an introduction to the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV. The Prius Prime is not compatible with DC fast-charging.

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Mercedes-Benz begins production of two A-class PHEV models at Rastatt plant

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For the first time on a Mercedes-Benz vehicle, the combustion engine is started exclusively by the electric motor—the compact hybrids do not have a separate starter. liter four-cylinder engine, this produces a system output of 160 kW (218 hp) and a system torque of 450 N·m. The electric machine can reach 75 kW.

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IHS Automotive forecasts global production of plug-in vehicles to rise by 67% this year

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Driven by tighter emission standards in Europe, worldwide production of plug-in electric vehicles(PEVs)—including both battery-electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models—will increase by 67% this year, according to IHS Automotive, driven by Polk. Click to enlarge. million units worldwide by the end of this year.

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Volkswagen Group brings new Audi and Porsche EV concepts, Volkswagen PHEV concept to Frankfurt; 20 more plug-ins by 2020

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The Combined Charging System (CCS) enables charging with DC or AC electrical current. A full charge with DC electrical current at a charging column with an output of 150 kW takes just around 50 minutes. In addition, a large solar roof provides electricity for the drive system battery on sunny days. Tiguan GTE PHEV.

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