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Polestar’s First Dedicated EV Platform Delivers Polestar has released three models in America, with variants, beginning with the company’s last gasoline engine propelled car, the limited production sublime 2021 Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid. In a few 0-60 mph runs we averaged a respectable 7.5 Without an engine up front there is a 1.1

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APRIL 22, 2014

is developing a prototype 10 kW Free Piston Engine Linear Generator (FPEG) featuring a thin and compact build, high efficiency and high fuel flexibility. Toyota envisions that a pair of such units (20 kW) would enable B/C-segment electric drive vehicles to cruise at 120 km/h (75 mph). A team at Toyota Central R&D Labs Inc.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The ZX5 bus, Proterra’s fifth-generation battery-electric transit vehicle, features a new streamlined vehicle design and maximizes the amount of energy that can be stored on board the vehicle to increase power and range. Proterra introduced its newest battery-electric transit vehicle: the Proterra ZX5 electric bus.

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Battery Batteries North America Energy Storage 433

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

At market introduction, four A5 engine variants will be equipped with a mild hybrid system (MHEV). A belt alternator starter, which is connected to the crankshaft, recovers energy during deceleration and stores this in a compact lithium-ion battery. TDI V6 engine with electric powered compressor (EPC) and mild hybrid technology (MHEV).

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Audi Engine Hybrid Volt 220

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APRIL 27, 2023

Optionally available as an Over-the-Air update, this new feature raises the vehicle’s output by up to 80 hp and improves acceleration from 0 to 60 mph by as much as a full second. second quicker acceleration from 0 to 60 mph (SUV). More offerings will launch in the Mercedes me connect Store continuously in the months ahead.

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Mercedes USA MPH Store 284

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APRIL 27, 2012

Audi is launching its completely updated Q5 SUV series with five engine options: three TDI (diesel) and two TFSI (gasoline) engines, as well as the Q5 Hybrid Quattro ( earlier post , earlier post for more details on the hybrid technology). The most efficient Q5 series engine is the 2.0 TDI; Audi offers it in two versions.

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APRIL 26, 2022

Covered by 11 patents and four publications, the development of Ultium energy recovery traces its inception back to GM’s first EV, the EV1, in the late 1990s, when GM engineers first developed an EV heat pump. The Ultium Platform can recover and store this waste heat from the Ultium propulsion system.

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Energy GM Range EV1 283

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MARCH 30, 2020

The new BMW 330e and 330e xDrive Sedans utilize an intelligently controlled powertrain consisting of an electric motor, a high voltage battery pack and an internal combustion gasoline engine to enhance the performance driving experience of the 3 Series. The BMW 330e Sedan’s electrified drivetrain allows it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6

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BMW PHEV MPH Price 410

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AUGUST 9, 2013

If the new E 200 NGD automatically switches to running on gasoline because the gas tank is empty, the new four-cylinder engine needs requires 6.3 The natural gas is stored in three containers—one behind the rear backrest and two under the floor of the trunk. Benz gasoline engines. Diesel Engines Europe Natural Gas'

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Mercedes Gas Gasoline MPG 311

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FEBRUARY 24, 2014

liter EcoBoost engine with a six-speed transmission—surpassing the fuel efficiency of the previous model. The smallest engine in the company’s growing EcoBoost family will increase the choice for Ford customers in the United States, as Fiesta is already available with the 1.0-liter liter EcoBoost engine. Earlier post.).

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Ford 2015 Engine Fuel Economy 231

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MAY 25, 2023

The new model generation will be offered worldwide with all-electric drive and, depending on the market region, also with the plug-in hybrid systems as well as with efficient gasoline and diesel engines including 48-volt mild hybrid technology. This enables the BMW i5 M60 to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8

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All-Electric BMW PHEV Plug-in 397

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MARCH 26, 2014

Volvo Car Group and engineering company Flybrid Automotive, part of the Torotrak Group, have been conducting UK tests of lightweight Flybrid flywheel KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) technology. The test car applies flywheel technology to the rear axle, while the combustion engine drives the front wheels. Click to enlarge.

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Volvo Carbon Fiber Fuel Vehicles 299

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JANUARY 6, 2012

The integration of the lithium-ion battery into the luggage area reduces the load capacity of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 to 375 liters, 145 liters lower than that of a BMW 5 Series Sedan variant powered purely by a combustion engine. miles) at an average speed of 35 km/h (22 mph).

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Li-ion BMW Supplies Lithium Ion 331

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APRIL 27, 2017

At the 38 th Vienna Motor Symposium Volkswagen is introducing a new, more fuel-efficient “Coasting - Engine off” micro hybrid system—which shuts off the engine completely—as well as a new, compact three-cylinder natural gas engine for the Polo. Coasting - Engine off. liters/100 km.

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Gas Engine Hybrid Motor 207

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JUNE 11, 2020

liter 6-cylinder TwinPower turbocharged internal combustion engine (replacing the previous generation’s 2.0 0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 Electric-only top speed increases from 75 mph to 84 mph. Electric-only driving may be experienced at speeds up to 68 mph in this mode. seconds, 1.2 of towing).

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BMW PHEV MPH South Carolina 286

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JUNE 29, 2012

The current record lap driven by a combustion engined production car is 7:11.57—achieved —achieved with a Gumpert Apollo Sport, which is powered by a 515 kW (700 hp) Audi V8 gasoline engine. The Audi R8 e-tron accelerates from zero to 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 kilometer (12.9-mile)

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Audi Carbon Fiber MPH Lithium Ion 268

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FEBRUARY 22, 2019

The new Audi SQ5 TDI diesel features a powerful V6 engine with a mild hybrid systems and an electric powered compressor to ensure that maximum torque is available to the sporty SUV at just above idle. V6 TDI engine delivers 255 kW (347 hp) and 700 N·m (516.3 V6 TDI engine delivers 255 kW (347 hp) and 700 N·m (516.3

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Diesel Hybrid Audi Lithium Ion 285

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FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Fiat is updating its 500L range for 2014 with two new turbocharged 120 hp (88 kW) engine options—the 1.6 MultiJet II engine offers a range of features to save fuel and cut emissions. A Start&Stop system is included, while the engine and transmission use low viscosity lubricant oil to minimize friction. MultiJet II.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine 2014 218

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JUNE 12, 2011

The lithium-ion battery, located in the front section of the car, stores up to 9.1 The concept car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph in 4.4 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). In all-electric mode, it has a range of 50 km (31 miles) and a top speed of 60 km/h (37 mph).

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Audi Plug-in Hybrid Concept 329

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JANUARY 14, 2013

The CrossBlue plug-in hybrid powertrain mates a TDI Clean Diesel engine with two electric motors, a DSG dual-clutch transmission, an electric all- wheel-drive system that is dubbed “propshaft by wire”, and a 9.8 The powertrain produces up to 306 hp (228 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 N·m ) of torque: 0 to 60 mph is estimated to take 7.0

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Plug-in Concept SUV Diesel 284

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JULY 15, 2014

Depending on its configuration, the single-stage turbocharged engine generates 85 or 100 kW (116 or 136 hp) of power from a displacement of 1598 cc and delivers 280 or 300 N·m (207 or 221 lb-ft) of rated torque. The new Estate’s gasoline and diesel engines with ECO start/stop function comply with the Euro 6 emissions standards.

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Diesel Gasoline Plug-in Hybrid 304

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JULY 2, 2015

combustion engine, high-voltage generator and road-linked all-wheel drive via an electric drive system at the rear axle. In the prototype of a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with plug-in hybrid system, the front wheels are driven by a three-cylinder gasoline engine and the rear wheels by an electric motor. Top: full powertrain.

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Water BMW Engine Fuel 218

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JULY 1, 2012

The Evora 414E is powered by two EVO Electric motor packs driving the rear wheels through an Xtrac transmission with a 17 kWh battery pack that can be charged by the Lotus range extender engine or directly from the grid. In normal driving, Evora 414E will run purely on electricity stored in the battery pack for up to 30 miles (48 km).

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Plug-in Hybrid Plug Engine 316

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APRIL 26, 2013

Renault engineers have built an “F1” concept version of the Twizy EV featuring a Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) based on the solution used by Renault-powered Formula 1 race cars. When the system is triggered, the maximum revs of Twizy’s motor rise to 10,000 rpm for a top speed of 110 km/h (68 mph). Click to enlarge.

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Concept Re-Charge Electrical Electric 351

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MARCH 4, 2020

liter turbocharged direct injection engine (EA888 evo4). The four-cylinder engine is coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. The Golf GTD engine delivers maximum torque of 400 N·m even at very low engine speeds. The Golf GTE can be driven at speeds of up to 130 km/h (81 mph) in all-electric mode.

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Diesel Gasoline PHEV Plug-in 374

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MAY 27, 2020

48-Volt mild hybrid technology for six-cylinder engine models. When the driver releases the accelerator, the generator transforms the kinetic energy into electricity to be stored in the 48V battery. The additional deceleration generated over and above the engine braking effect is also harnessed when the brakes are applied.

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BMW PHEV Power Powered 259

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Hybrid Air combines a PureTech gasoline engine, a compressed air energy storage unit, a hydraulic pump/motor unit and an automatic transmission with an epicyclic gear train. The energy stored (compressed air) is transmitted to the wheels via the hydraulic motors and gearbox. This mode is active up to 70 km/h (43 mph).

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Concept Hybrid Energy Storage MPG 294

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MARCH 25, 2015

engine with start/stop. 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. The drive unit provides additional power to assist the engine during acceleration, for 182 horsepower (136 kW) of total system power. Engine and Drive Unit.

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt 294

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JUNE 29, 2023

In addition to the technological equivalents of features found on combustion engines, such as charge air coolers, air filters, control units and sensors, the BMW Group also developed special hydrogen components for its new fuel cell system. These include the high-speed compressor with turbine and high-voltage coolant pump, for example.

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BMW Hydrogen Fleet Lithium Ion 366

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JUNE 20, 2013

Engine compartment of the CrossBlue Coupé plug-in hybrid shows the transverse-mounted 3.0L The CrossBlue Coupé—based off the Volkswagen Group’s MQB architecture (the Group’s modular assembly kit for vehicles with transverse-mounted engines)—features a transverse-mounted turbocharged direct-injection (TSI) 220 kW (295 hp) 3.0L

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Plug-in Plug Kits Gasoline-Electric 275

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Unlike a conventional electric vehicle, which requires a number of hours to recharge, the 175-liter hydrogen tank system can be filled in less than four minutes—similar to the time it takes to refill a tank of gasoline or diesel in a vehicle with a traditional internal combustion engine. Depending on wheelbase, the H350 provides 10.5

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Hydrogen Light Concept Commercial 261

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JANUARY 9, 2012

The energy for powering the 85 kW (114 hp) electric motor is stored in a 28.3 Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes 10.9 TSI (110 kW / 148 hp) engine, a 7-speed DSG transmission and an electric motor (20 kW). liter turbocharged gasoline engine. Acceleration from 0-60 mph takes less than 9 seconds.

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Hybrid 2013 Charging Concept 236

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

The Volt is an electric-drive vehicle, powered by a 16 kWh Li-ion battery, incorporating an internal combustion engine and generator to serve as a range extender; an electrical plug is intended to be the primary source of stored energy used to deliver motive power. —Pam Fletcher. km) of additional all-electric range.

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Extended Range Volt Motors Motor 344

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JANUARY 18, 2012

The Effenco hydraulic hybrid system can drive the existing hydraulic pump for auxiliary equipment or assist the engine. Regenerative braking converts braking kinetic energy into a pressurized fluid stored in the accumulator; the system regenerates more than 80% of the braking energy under 22 mph (35 km/h). Source: Effenco.

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Hybrid Power Powered Vehicles 231

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APRIL 3, 2013

Electricity is stored in a newly developed lithium-ion battery, which at 9.4 The Panamera S E-Hybrid can reach up to 84 mph (135 km/h) in all-electric operation. The Panamera S E-hybrid is capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in 5.2 The car’s top track speed is 167 mph (269 km/h). New twin-turbo V6 engine.

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Porsche Plug-in Hybrid Plug 236

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MAY 30, 2017

The hybrid bus—CE Power—is the first to be powered by liquid nitrogen and has been built by engineers at HORIBA MIRA as part of an Innovate UK consortium. This portion of the bus’ drive cycle traditionally has a heavy impact on the diesel engine and can produce large amounts of NO x and CO 2 emissions.

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Hybrid Store Pollution Diesel 186