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Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

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Therefore, Bohr said, Bosch aims to develop lithium-ion batteries that will at least double the range of current electric vehicles and at half the cost per kilowatt-hour. In order to further reduce its CO 2 emissions in this vehicle class, the gasoline engine will require a low-cost, basic hybrid solution.

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DOE FY17 SBIR Phase I Release 2 topics include fuel cells, EV batteries, engines

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The first is a roadside assistance—portable emergency hydrogen refueler to be carried on roadside assistance vehicles and capable of providing hydrogen to at least three stranded vehicles before needing to be recharged. All fuel consumption testing must be conducted according to automotive industry norms. The second is a.

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Hyundai showcasing new downsized turbo engines and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; i40 48V Hybrid, i30 CNG

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The new engine comes with an electronically-controlled waste-gate to optimize flow and improve low-end torque and throttle response. The i40 48V Hybrid can operate in electric-only mode at low speeds and when cruising. It uses a new split-cooling concept to manage different temperatures in the cylinder head and block area.

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NREL Study Finds That A Dynamic Plug-in Vehicle Could Be A Promising Technology Pathway for Cost-Effective Vehicle Electrification

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The study by Aaron Brooker, Matthew Thorton and John Rugh aimed to identify possible pathways to cost-effective vehicle electrification by evaluating a variety of scenarios and technology improvements. Including the additional electricity cost, opportunity charging increased the total cost for the PHEV10 by $4,400.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Frank has spent more than 30 years in breakthrough vehicle development, during which he received two world records for vehicle fuel economy, designed nine generations of PHEVs, and was a four-time winner of US DOE Advanced Vehicle Design competitions. The convenience and low cost of this concept alone merit attention.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Blue Concept PHEV Van with diesel or hydrogen fuel cells and rooftop photovoltaic. Volvo Ford-owned company exploring PHEVs "ReCharge" flex-fuel series 60-mile concept PHEV w/wheel motors. The F6 DM uses ferrous batteries, with no lithium content, that BYD says are high-energy density and low cost.

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