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During the serial media launch events for the Chevrolet Volt, GM provided more detail (subsequent to the completion of related patent work) on the novel drive architecture applied in their first extendedrange electric vehicle to enhance the efficiency of both the battery electric and extended-range driving modes.
GM Global Technology Operations LLC and the Regents of the University of Michigan recently were awarded a US patent (Nº 8,261,860) for a plug-in series hybrid or range-extended electric vehicle powertrain using multiple free piston linear alternator (FPLA) engines. Numerical values are illustrative and not restrictive.).
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a subsidiary of Zhejiang Geely Commercial Vehicle Group, to co-develop a medium-duty extendedrange electric truck. VIA Motors develops and markets extended-range electric (eREV) and all-electric (EV) powertrain systems for most vehicle classes from light-duty through Class 8.
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Hybrid” plug-in hybrid system—the last offering all-electric trips of up to 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). Hybrid system. The Renault gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid system supports 60 km of electric range plus extendedrange due to the gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine.
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