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Pilot project kicks off with 20 Audi A1 e-tron extended range electric vehicles in Munich

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Twenty units of the Audi A1 e-tron extended range electric vehicle ( earlier post ) are on the roads of the Munich pilot region in a fleet trial by partners Audi, E.ON, the public utility Stadtwerke München (SwM), and Technische Universität München (TUM).

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Velozzi Will Use Capstone Microturbines in Supercar and Crossover Extended Range Electric Vehicles

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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. According to Velozzi, the cars will operate on 100% battery power in zero-emissions mode for a range of up to 200 miles. Earlier post.).

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Opel Flextreme GT/E Extended Range Electric Vehicle Concept to Debut at Geneva Show

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meter long Flextreme GT/E concept illustrates the application of GM’s extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) technology to large or mid-size vehicles, as well as compact cars such as the upcoming Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt. Full recharge at a 230V outlet will take less than 3 hours. Earlier post.).

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Volvo developing extended-range electric vehicle concepts with three different technology combinations

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Power from the combustion engine drives the front wheels via the gearbox and recharges the battery pack whenever needed. Up to 50 km/h (31 mph), the car is always powered solely by electricity. The combustion engine is activated at higher speeds and charges the battery pack when its charge drops below a predetermined level.

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Fisker reports more than $100M in revenue Jan-Apr 2012; more than $1B in funding since 2007

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The EVer (Electric Vehicle extended range) powertrain of the Fisker Karma. The company, which began deliveries of the Fisker Karma luxury four-door extended range electric sedan in December 2011, also said that it has delivered 1,000 vehicles to customers in the US and Europe. Click to enlarge.

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Audi launches 2024 Q4 e-tron mid-model refresh with improved range, power, and charging

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Audi states the refreshed SUV can now recharge from 10-80% in 28 minutes on a DC fast charger. The improved battery chemistry also enables a more extended range – 258 miles. That’s 22 miles more EPA range than the 2024 Audi Q4 e-tron 50 EV. seconds vs. 5.8 seconds previously).

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Efficient Drivetrains delivers Class-6 PHEV with CNG range-extender armored truck

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The truck offers 20+ miles of all electric range, and a top speed of 65 mph. The CNG storage tanks are roof-mounted.

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