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Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extendedrange electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. Mountain mode automatically adjusts the system to provide needed power in mountainous environments when vehicle performance could otherwise be compromised.
UPS will deploy a prototype extendedrange Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) in its Rolling Laboratory fleet of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles. Each FCEV produces electricity which continuously charges its batteries, thereby providing additional power and an extendedrange of 125 miles.
Center for Transportation and the Environment. Initial testing has demonstrated the hydrogen views have a range of more than 300 miles, representing an increase by almost a factor of 10 compared to standard electric cart vehicles. A research team led by Atlanta-based.
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GM’s Ultium Platform is a combined electric vehicle (EV) battery architecture and propulsion system that can deliver power, range, and scale beyond any previous GM hybrid or extendedrange EV technology.
Canada-based Loop Energy’s fuel cell rangeextender system ( earlier post ) is fully functional and operating in a heavy-duty terminal tractor (or yard truck) with partner China National Heavy-Duty Truck Company (CNHTC).
At IAA Commercial Vehicles, Allison Transmission announced that it will offer its medium-duty, fully automatic 9-speed transmission globally, and that it has developed an electric hybrid system with purely electric extendedrange.
million (C$15-million) Alberta Zero-Emissions Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC) project, which involves the design and manufacture of heavy-duty, extended-range, hydrogen fuel cell electric hybrid trucks. The trucks are part of a three-year, $11.2-million Earlier post.).
seconds and delivers an extendedrange of 700 km (435 miles). The rear seat space can transform into a dedicated mobile office, with personal mobile devices seamlessly connected to the passenger car, enabling a series of smart applications such as face recognition door opening, smart windows and vehicle and environment interfaces.
Sample layout of an extendedrange EV powertrain with FPLG modules. By virtue of its versatile properties and depending on vehicle speed and driving characteristics, the settings of the DLR rangeextender can be adapted to deliver the optimum operating strategy. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) —Horst E.
With a range of up to 300 miles (483 km), the bus can be refueled in 6-20 minutes depending on the model and operating conditions, and requires no overnight plug-in electrical re-charging. The only tailpipe output is clean water vapor. New Flyer has more than 50 years of experience manufacturing zero-emission buses (ZEBs).
The ProGen-powered electric delivery van is one of the first of its kind to operate in a standard commercial environment and is deployed on a standard delivery route for FedEx. FedEx Express Hydrogen Fuel Cell Extended-Range Battery Electric Vehicles (DOE 2017 Merit Review presentation).
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The production version of the extendedrange electric vehicle Opel Ampera—the Chevy Volt’s European cousin—will make its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show. Mountain mode enables the range-extender to switch on before the battery reaches its minimum state-of-charge.
The projects are part of California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts billions of Cap-and-Trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy and improving public health and the environment—particularly in disadvantaged communities. Top: Fuel cell extendedrange top loader at POLA.
Meritor supplies high-efficiency and lightweight axles, drivelines and brakes that maximize system efficiency, extendrange and increase payload. These included 12 Peterbilt all-electric Class 8 Model 579 day cab tractors and three Model 520 refuse trucks.
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Introduced early in 2021, the Xcelsior CHARGE NG bus incorporates three distinct technological advancements, including high-energy batteries that extendrange up to 13%; advanced protective battery packaging for easy installation and simpler serviceability; and a new lightweight electric traction drive system with up to 90% energy recovery.
Three Volvo plug-in-hybrid buses are already in operation in Gothenburg (project Hyper Bus—Hybrid and Plug-in ExtendedRange Bus), which charge their batteries at the end stations of line 60. We are working on both a broad and a deep basis to develop the technology of tomorrow. —Niklas Gustavsson.
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sbaar ultra-fast bus charging stations ( earlier post ) for the HyperBus (Hybrid and Plug-in ExtendedRange) demonstration project in Gothenburg City. It can be divided into four sub-areas: demonstration of plug-in technology for hybrid buses; rapid-charge stations; tests in real city environments on existing bus routes; and.
Library of functionally-safe deterministic scan patterns that can be customized and fixed or triggered to adjust to changing environments (highway, urban, weather, etc.). Enhanced ground plane detection to determine topology at extendedranges. Parallel camera-only feed can provide cost-effective redundant camera sensor.
eGen Flex provides bus fleets with full electric engine-off propulsion and accessory power operation capability—suited for zero-emission zones and depot operation, including when approaching, during, and leaving passenger stops for a quieter and healthier environment.
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Behr-Getz was chosen to participate in Project Driveway because she would likely purchase a fuel cell vehicle out of concern for the environment and to reduce the nation’s use of petroleum. Feedback and learning from the Equinox fuel cell is being shared with the Volt development team.
LTC also announced that the second vehicle model to come off the new line will be a dedicated, range-extended electric light commercial van (LCV), based on the same extended-range EV platform as the taxi. The site has the capacity to build more than 20,000 vehicles per year.
It complements Chevrolet’s growing range of electrified vehicles, including the Volt extended-range EV and the 2013 Malibu Eco with eAssist technology. Our global demo fleets continue to provide insight into the needs of electric vehicle customers living in urban environments.
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However, vehicle weight is lower than in predecessor models and competitors in the segment in virtually all variants of the new MINI despite an extendedrange of fittings. As a result, the new MINI offers the best aerodynamic figures within the competitive environment with a Cd value reduced to 0.28 (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D).
Fisker showrooms will reflect the company’s concern for the environment and their vehicles’ low-emission capabilities. The Karma is an ExtendedRange Electric Vehicle (EREV). Fisker Board member Vic Doolan has been instrumental in guiding development of the company’s retail network.
The Route extendedrange electric powertrains incorporate a range-extending genset designed to recharge the high-power battery pack (currently from A123 Systems) and Wrightspeed’s own geared traction drive (GTD) ( earlier post ). Weighing in at 250 lbs (113.4 Jaguar was using a turbine from Bladon Jets. Earlier post.).
plug-in hybrids, extendedrange electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles) are smart loads, and so fall into the third element. No communications connectivity between PEV and utility in Non-AMI utility environments. A network of smart loads with communications to report their current state and act on smart grid commands.
They are sincere in the way they dont want their cars to pollute the environment. The other two models are the $59,990 ExtendedRange Plus and $66,290 ExtendedRange Ultra (plus on-roads). The folks at Volvo have always seem so sincere. They are sincere in how they dont want people to get hurt in their cars.
Boeing predicts 94% of the European fleet operating in 2030 will have been delivered after 2011, with airplanes that are better for the environment, passengers and the airlines. European and North American carriers will continue to see demand for replacement airplanes as they retire older, less fuel-efficient models.
The joint-venture will be able to provide an extendedrange of products from hybrid drive-train modules and solutions, including electric motors, range-extenders, DC/DC converters, inverters and chargers, to a fully electrified powertrain. Its headquarters will be located in Erlangen, Germany.
miles) in extendedrange. Using radar and camera sensors to provide a 360-degree view of the immediate vehicle environment, it is possible to detect critical driving situations early. A significant share of an EV’s energy consumption depends on its weight.
Ford plans to introduce a Transit Custom PHEV van on the market in 2019; the Transit Custom PHEV vans in the London trial are an advanced prototype design that allows them to be charged with mains electricity for zero-emission journeys, while featuring an efficient on-board combustion engine for extendedrange when longer trips are required.
There is less handling, lower cost capital equipment, no waste solvents, 90-95% yield, many fewer failure points, higher safety and flexibility to run different material formulations in a controlled and sealed environment.
High gas prices or not, neither the industry nor the environment nor consumers can wait for "next time.". Tags: Ford electric ford focus plug-in hybrid bmw mini e extendedrange electric car battery electric car plug-in car. We decided we need to be ready the next time this comes around."
Linguistically, they’re talking about “plug-ins” rather than quibbling about plug-in hybrids vs. extendedrange EVs. Analytically, they’re making important distinctions between improving vehicle efficiency with hybrids and engine improvements compared to more ambitiously displacing gasoline with electricity from plug-ins.
Expanding established propulsion systems into a volume manufacturing environment. Develop, analyze, and demonstrate hundreds of Chevrolet Volt ExtendedRange Electric Vehicles (EREVs) --125 Volt PHEVs for electric utilities and 500 Volt PHEVs to consumers. UQM Technologies, Inc. Muncie, IN Holly, MI. Project locations.
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