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Chinese researchers develop novel aluminum–graphite dual-ion battery

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The volume energy density of the AGDIB can reach ~560 Wh/L, which is much higher than traditional batteries (~350 Wh/L for Tesla Model S and ~200 Wh/L for BYD E6). The AGDIB shows real potential for large-scale application in both electronic devices and electric vehicles, the researchers said. and Lee, C.-S. Energy Mater. doi: 10.1002/aenm.201502588.

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Yunnan Investment Group and BYD to open new energy vehicle plants in Southwest China

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This combination of natural resources and readily available electricity make Yunnan Province an ideal location for electrified transportation and new energy vehicle manufacturing, the partners said. The BYD-Yunnan cooperation will follow three stages over the coming year.

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MG Motor India moots new sub-Rs 15 lakh EV MPV and SUV | Autocar Professional

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Tata Motors has the Tigor X-Pres T EV, BYD has the E6 MPV and few of the Mahindra and MG models are seen in the fleet market, but the segment has remained highly untapped at present. Apart from catering to family buyers, the three-row EV will be aimed at the fleet segment too, which also enjoys the FAME benefit from the Government of India.

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EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

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Interestingly, according to the EPA figures, the Tesla Model S also is toward the bottom of fuel consumption figures for battery-electric vehicles, surpassing only the BYD e6 (the lowest of the BEVs), the Toyota RAV-4 and the Mercedes-Benz B-Class—the last two which have powertrains from Tesla. —EPA Trends report.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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(As examples of SUV/MPV-style electric vehicle fuel efficiency, the 2016 Tesla Model X AWD - 75D is EPA-rated at 93 MPGe combined city/highway; the Model X AWD - P90D is EPA-rated at 89 MPGe; and the 2016 BYD e6 compact MPV is EPA-rated at 72 MPGe. All figures from fueleconomy.gov.). The MSRP of the non-hybrid Pacifica minivan is $28,595.

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Improving performance of 2-methylfuran as alternative SI fuel using cooled EGR

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Using a Ricardo E6 single-cylinder spark-ignition (SI) research engine, under stoichiometric conditions, the team found that MF could produce higher cylinder pressure, knocking intensity, combustion temperature, and nitrogen oxides (NO x ) emissions than gasoline at higher CRs. —Pan et al. 2014.04.054.

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Split injection Miller cycle with boost decreases knock tendency and increases torque in downsized engine

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The researchers used a Ricardo E6 4-stroke SI engine in the study, with a swept volume of 0.5 —Wei et al. L and a compression ratio of 10:1. To achieve split injection, they used a piezoelectric injector. The first SOI was fixed at 240 CAD BTDC and the secondary SOI timings at 60 CAD BTDC, 100 CAD BTDC, 140 CAD BTDC, and 180 CAD BTDC.