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Capstone said that these would be the first production automotive applications of its microturbines, which have been used in buses, trolleys and shuttles. The supercar is designed to accelerate from 0-60 mph in just three seconds and reach a top speed of over 200 mph, according to Velozzi. Earlier post.).
Ford has begun full production of F-150 Lightning electric pickup at the ultra-modern Rouge Electric Vehicle Center within Ford’s historic Rouge Complex. Ford has 200,000 reservations for the Lightning and is expanding the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center to ramp up production to a planned annual run rate of 150,000 in 2023.
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 rangeextender. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.
kWh Li-ion battery) and extended-range (98.8 Equipped with an extended-range battery and rear-wheel drive, Mach-E has a targeted EPA-estimated range of at least 300 miles. In extended-range all-wheel-drive configurations, Mach-E is targeting 332 horsepower and 417 lb. -ft. Next-gen SYNC.
When the battery charge status drops below a certain limit, the combustion engine is activated (RangeExtender mode). Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 11 seconds and the top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) are both attainable in either operating mode.
GM will focus its vehicle electrification efforts on three main technologies: light electrification, currently manifested in the eAssist systems; extendedrange electric vehicles (EREVs) such as the Chevrolet Volt; and battery electric vehicles (BEVs), such as the soon-to-be-introduced Spark EV. —Jeff Kessen. Click to enlarge.
A Proterra 40-foot Catalyst XR (extendedrange) electric bus drove 258 miles (415 miles) on a single charge under test conditions at Michelin’s Laurens Proving Grounds (LPG). Average speed was 30 mph (48 km/h); average energy consumption was 0.8 Average speed was 30 mph (48 km/h); average energy consumption was 0.8
Spirit Avert AG is seeking to raise CHF166 million (US$152 million) in financing to serve as the capital for mindset AG and its planned production of the E-Motion extendedrange electric vehicle for the European market. The initial production target is 10,000 units per year. The Mindset E-Motion. Click to enlarge.
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. The production version of the Opel Ampera does not deviate from the targets set during the development phase.
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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). The Renault gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid system supports 60 km of electric range plus extendedrange due to the gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine. Hybrid system.
The 402bhp (300kW) mid-engined, twin-motor sports car is capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in 4 seconds and 0-130 mph in 30 seconds burst. On the NEDC cycle, CO 2 emissions are 55g/km over a 300-mile combined range. —Francois Bancon, Division General Manager of Exploratory and Advanced Product. Click to enlarge.
Earlier, at the SAE 2009 World Congress, FEV had displayed a 295 cc Wankel genset for extendedrange electric vehicles. The vehicle can accelerate to 60 km/h (37 mph) in less than 6 seconds, and top speed is higher than 120 km/h (75 mph). Earlier post.). Powertrain elements. Click to enlarge. . Power electronics.
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From the end of 2010 production at the Rastatt plant will also be expanded with small series production of the battery-electric A-Class E-CELL. Their top speed was electronically limited to 150 km/h (93 mph) in the interests of optimal range and energy efficiency. Earlier post.).
Axeon will provide a pre-production battery pack that combines an advanced battery with an energy density of 230 Wh/kg and innovative mechanical design, meaning not only improved battery efficiency, but also improved performance and extendedrange in a smaller, lighter and less rigid package. Click to enlarge.
The Karma—an extended-range electric vehicle—is scheduled to be launched in late 2010. facility with production slated to commence later this year. Fisker Automotive selected A123 because of the company’s ability to meet our performance needs and rapidly scale to our production volume. Earlier post.).
The BMW Group’s new MINI made its worldwide debut at MINI’s UK production plant in Oxford. The new MINI features an all-new vehicle architecture, an evolutionary design and a range of new fuel-efficient engines. billion) across three of its UK manufacturing facilities to launch production. New MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S.
EIG products have multiple chemistries and integrated electronic battery management systems. In June, EIG achieved ISO/TS16949 certification for its design, development and production processes—the first Korean large format Li-ion manufacturer to receive the certification. The Caliber ReEv accelerates from 0-60 mph in 8.3
The premiere at the IAA will serve as a test of customer reactions before a decision is made about possible series production. The top speed of the Sprinter E-CELL is limited to 80 km/h (50 mph) in favor of an extendedrange. Its preferred area of use, however, is inner cities and towns.
Ltd (BYD) will reveal plans for the launch of US-ready electric drive vehicles and clean energy products at the upcoming 2011 North America International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Equipped with a BYD Iron-phosphate FE battery pack, the e6 Premier has an expected range of 300 km (186.4
Balqon Corporation began offering lithium-ion batteries as an extendedrange alternative to lead-acid traction batteries for its entire product line of of-highway Class 8 yard tractors and drayage vehicles in July. The Mule M150 can carry a max load of 7 tons and is able to travel at a speed of up to 55 mph (89 km/h).
The permanent magnet synchronous motor in the five-seat A3 e-tron, which is based on the production A3, supplies a continuous output of 60 kW (82 hp) and a peak output of 85 kW (114 hp). It powers the car from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 11.2 seconds and on up to a top speed of 145 km/h (90 mph). Earlier post.).
These power a front-wheel drive, 3-phase, 73 kW continuous, 94 kW maximum asynchronous electric motor that delivers 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of instant torque and a top speed of about 100 mph (161 km/h). The Equinox fuel cell powertrain. Source: GM. Click to enlarge.
The vehicle was developed by Shanghai GM and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), making it the first production electric vehicle created by a Chinese joint venture. The top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph). The Sail SPRINGO EV is the first example.
Detroit Electric Holdings Ltd, the joint venture between ZAP and China Youngman Group ( earlier post ), and Malaysia-based Proton Holdings Berhad are forming a strategic partnership for the mass production of electric vehicles. A 40 kWh pack supports a single-charge range of 325 km (202 miles) for the extendedrange option.
The 2010 Fisker Karma will be the world's first production series hybrid , or extended-range electric vehicle, when it comes off the line late this year. Customer deliveries will start next May. Just prior to the Karma's German debut at next week's Frankfurt Auto Show , the company released emissions figures for the car.
F-150 Lightning Pro Specifications Standard Range Battery Where work meets play 4×4 with a single speed transmission Dual electric motors 98 kWh, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery 452 horsepower (hp) 775 pound-feet of torque (lb.-ft.) 0-60 mph: 4.5 of torque 0-60 mph: 5.0 seconds proved. All-in-all, it came together nicely.
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In late 2010/early 2011 a Q5 hybrid will reach the market, the first new production Audi with a combination of gasoline engine and electric motor. Another world premiere in Geneva is the A1 e-tron—a extendedrange electric vehicle (EREV) design study. Earlier post.)
For the upcoming production versions, Raser is considering other pack suppliers, including A123Systems which is a member of the coalition, as well as others, West said. The Raser Technologies scalable plug-in series hybrid design in the Hummer H3 provides 40+ miles all-electric range. The Caliber ReEv accelerates from 0-60 mph in 8.3
The Whip is a two-seater that can travel at a top speed of 35 mph for 40 miles per charge; it sells for around $19,000. is 50 mph and its nominal range is 50 miles; it retails for about $12,000. GM calls the Volt an extended-range electric vehicle, or EREV. Tags: Production News.
Cadillac has greatly enhanced the performance of its ELR extendedrange electric vehicle (plug-in hybrid) ( earlier post ) for the 2016 model year, and is also cutting the MSRP by $9,005, bringing the starting price down to $58,495 net after the $7,500 US federal tax credit (MSRP = $65,995). 2016 Cadillac ELR.
General Motors has released a white paper that evaluates the CO 2 reduction potential of extended-range electric vehicles (E-REVs) as well as plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), in combination with multiple vehicle charging scenarios, as compared to conventional hybrids. Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) : A 1.4L
Horsepower is 452 for the standard range version and 580 for the extendedrange truck, and the torque for both versions is 775 pound-feet. The standard-range version has a 98-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery with an 11.3/10.5 The extended-range version ups the battery capacity to 131 kWh with a 19.2/17.6
GM also gave a tour of the pre-production area where we could see production-intent Chevy Volts being assembled. The people I talked about realized you only get one second chance, were very thankful for the government support and were enthusiastic about the products they had coming out over the next 24 months. Click to enlarge.
Chevrolet unveiled the second-generation Volt extendedrange EV at the North American International Auto Show. Two-motor design enables 19 percent stronger zero-to-30 mph acceleration. The ability to use both motors helps deliver a 19% improvement in electric acceleration from zero to 30 mph (2.6 Click to enlarge.
The CNG baseline buses achieved an overall bus MBRC that was more than 45,000, which is expected of a new, fully commercial product. Accessory loads contribute to the overall range capability, as more than 50% of “system on” time is spent at a speed of 0 mph where lighting and HVAC loads are still required.
TREV is a rangeextender system that uses a micro-turbine (fueled either by liquid or gaseous fuels) to generate electricity that charges a battery pack. seconds, 350 km/h (217 mph) restricted top speed). It then plans to begin production of higher volume city cars a few years later. Earlier post.).
The head of online business at Volvo Germany, Alex Zurhausen, says customers are waiting because they have “the right products at the right time.” Volvo Cars CEO Jim Rowan announced EX90 production was being delayed last May due to the “complexity of the software code.” It’s expected to begin rolling out by this summer.
In As EV Sales Stall, Plug-In Hybrids Get a Reboot , I describe the vanguard of this new hybrid boom: extended-range EVs like the 2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger, which boasts a range of more than 1,000 kilometers. From budget transportation to hypercars, every category of internal-combustion car is now harnessing hybrid tech.
Concept To Production. So off they went to Texas (which is truck crazy) and California (which is EV crazy) to ask truck owners a wide range of questions about trucks. -ft.). 0 – 60 mph: 4.5 Driving Range: Pro, XLT, Lariat: 230 miles. ExtendedRange Battery. 0 – 60 mph: 5.0 of torque.
With these performance-oriented bits, the EPA range drops from 270 miles to 260. However, in real-world driving, the range was very close to the regular Mach-E extendedrange versions. Ford claims a 0-60 mph time in the 3.5-second second range. What Sort of Range Did the GT-PE Return?
Ford said a Mach-E GT with this package and the ExtendedRange battery pack will start at $60,990 before destination. The package also comes with an “opportunity for optional performance upgrade” that will yield the quickest 0-60 mph of any production Mach-E to date, according to Ford.
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