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BMW introduces i7 Protection; first production electric protection model

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BMW has unveiled two new protection models developed on the basis of the new BMW 7 Series, including an all-electric version. As the first protection sedan with an all-electric drive system, the BMW i7 Protection (electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 30.0 kWh/100 km, provisional figure) is a genuine trailblazer.

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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with two motor/generators through an electronically controlled planetary-type continuously variable transmission (CVT) transaxle. The battery provides a subtle power boost when pulling away in order to put less strain on the engine and eliminate the “rubber band” effect experienced with some hybrids.

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2011 Highlander Hybrid Equipped with Larger Engine, Improved Fuel Economy

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The hybrid system pairs the gasoline V6 engine with a high-torque electric drive motor-generator for total system output of 280 net hp (209 kW). The 4WD Highlander Hybrid uniquely generates rear-wheel power with a separate electric motor (MGR) that provides additional drive torque on demand. A 270 hp (201 kW) 3.5-liter

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Audi launches next-gen A4 with new Millerized TFSI engine; g-tron model w/ Audi e-gas

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Further, although compared with the previous model the car’s dimensions have grown, its weight has been reduced by up to 120 kilograms (265 lbs), depending on the engine. All engines comply with the Euro 6 emission limits, so that the TDI has been labeled a clean diesel. The entry-level gasoline engine is the 1.4

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Nitin Gadkari announced to manufacture flex-fuel vehicles & flex-fuel strong hybrid EVs 

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Shri Nitin Gadkari calls for the manufacturing of Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) and Flex Fuel Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicles (FFV-SHEV) complying with BS-6 Norms in a time-bound manner within a period of six months. complying with various statutory guidelines, immediate steps need to be taken to introduce flex-fuel engine vehicles.

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SCAQMD awards AC Propulsion $300K grant for 3 electric service van conversions

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The California South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has awarded AC Propulsion a $300,000 grant to integrate its electric drive system technology into commercial service vans ( three Ford E250 vans supplied by Comcast) in Southern California. Earlier post.). induction motor, inverter, charger and 12V power supply.

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AC Propulsion and AutoPort, Inc. Partner to Develop EV Conversion Prototype for US Postal Service Feasibility Study

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AC Propulsion and AutoPort , an automotive conversion, restyling and processing company, will partner in engineering, development and conversion to provide an Electric Vehicle conversion prototype and report for the United States Postal Service. AutoPort will convert the vehicle on-site at its facilities in New Castle, Delaware.