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Volkswagen Group expands US ERL to become IECC; Type 20 BEV concept

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Volkswagen Group of America announced a new name and expanded role for the former Electronics Research Laboratory (ERL), and unveiled a vehicle concept that combines Volkswagen heritage with futuristic technology. Type 20 concept vehicle. —Scott Keogh, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America.

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Electric Car Cafe-Our EV Conversions have a new look!

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The popularity of converting ICE vehicles into EVs is through the roof; the world is going conversion crazy. At EVolution, we truly believe in the power of EVs and want to support this growing demand for their conversions, so, we have some news! You can find out more information about ECC on our socials.

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NC State team develops new Si/C inverter; 12.1 kW/L & greater efficiency in a smaller, lighter package

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Researchers at the Future Renewable Electric Energy Distribution and Management (FREEDM) Systems Center at North Carolina State University have developed an inverter for hybrid and electric vehicles using off-the-shelf components made of the wide-bandgap semiconductor material silicon carbide (SiC). kW/L by 2020. kW/L by 2020.

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How to convert your car into an EV

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Converting a traditional ICE vehicle into an Electric Car is a very appealing prospect for many who want to drive in style while still staying green. Imagine the power of an old ford muscle car or the utility of a Volkswagen camper van but entirely electric. EV Conversion demand is booming in Australia and for good reason.

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Citron Introduces New 3.0L Diesel

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Power output is now 177 kW (237 hp)—an increase of 18%—with a maximum torque of 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at 1,600 rpm. The engine complies with the future Euro V emission standards. The engine complies with the future Euro V emission standards. L/100 km (32 mpg US) with CO 2. emissions of 195 g/km. Combustion chamber.

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TI and Continental collaborate on first 65 nm safety ARM Cortex microcontroller for advanced automotive safety applications

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This latest innovation is one of the many technologies jointly developed over the last 15 years to deliver automotive safety products that are continually improving with updated safety features, power consumption and reliability. This integration reduces the amount of controllers, increasing storage space in vehicles.

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Renesas introduces new microcontrollers for sensor fusion, gateway and chassis system applications

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The new chips are designed for sensor fusion, gateway, and advanced chassis system applications that will enable the types of advanced systems envisioned in the car of the future. Error check and correct (ECC) functionality detects and corrects data errors affecting memory, such as flash memory, and the internal buses.

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