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Fisker Automotive signs supply agreement with BMW for Project Nina extended range electric vehicles

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The first ‘Project Nina’ derivative will be a mid-size premium sedan utilizing Fisker’s Ever (electric vehicle with extended range) technology. The BMW engine was an obvious choice for us, as BMW is known for producing the best and most fuel efficient gasoline engines in the world.

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PG&E showcased extended-range electric truck from via motors at national Plug-In Day event

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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) showcased the utility’s first extended-range electric truck with manufacturer VIA Motors at three Bay Area National Plug-In Day events—in San Francisco, San Rafael and Cupertino—on Sunday. The gasoline engine extends the range to 350 more miles.

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GM and U Mich receive patent on plug-in series hybrid/extended range electric vehicle powertrain using multiple free piston linear alternator engines

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Fuels can include gasoline blends, and alcohol blended hydrocarbon fuel grades. When the free piston oscillates in the cylinder during operation, electrical energy is generated by the action of the permanent magnets forming and breaking magnetic fields with the iron stators and electrical coils. E80, E85), and neat ethanol (E99).

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Hyundai to introduce extended range electric concept at Geneva

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The i-oniq is an electric sports hatchback with a range-extending gasoline engine. liter, 3-cylinder gasoline engine is mated, via a generator, to an 80 kW electric motor. The i-oniq concept has an innovative powertrain that demonstrates Hyundai’s commitment to clean technology.

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Cadillac introduces the 2014 ELR extended range electric vehicle

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Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. gasoline-powered range-extender generator. 2014 Cadillac ELR Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Powertrain.

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Mercedes-Benz Provides Update on BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS Extended Range Electric Vehicle Concept

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Based on a single vehicle architecture, this modular concept supports three models with different drive configurations: the BlueZERO E-CELL with battery-electric drive; the BlueZERO F-CELL (fuel cell); and the BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS with electric drive and internal combustion engine as range extender. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen Extends Range of Natural Gas Touran

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Volkswagen has increased the range of its natural gas Touran TSI EcoFuel vehicle to up to 670 km (416 miles) through increased fuel tank capacity and improved efficiency. For the same price, customers can get a seven-seater version of the family vehicle whose fuel range reaches 520 kilometers (370 km for natural gas and 150 km for gasoline).