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Simulation study suggests ORC waste heat recovery system could deliver potential 7% improvement in fuel consumption in a PHEV on highway

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Starting from a energy-based powertrain simulation model validated on experimental data from the PHEV, the researchers conducted a first- and second-law analysis to identify the potential for engine waste heat recovery, considering a variety of driving cycles and assuming the vehicle operating in charge-sustaining (HEV) mode.

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Ford unveils F-150 Lightning electric pickup; starting at $39,974; arriving in 2022

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F-150 Lightning offers a standard-range battery targeting 230 miles of EPA-estimated range and an extended-range battery targeting 300 miles of EPA-estimated range. Ford unveiled the F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup. 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum, Lariat, XLT. —Ford President and CEO Jim Farley.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In In this paper PHEV refers solely to the long-range PHEV of 60 miles (100 km) electric-only range.) About Dr. Frank. Table of Contents.

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Kia EV9 wins, Fisker franchises, Tesla tops BYD, leather in EVs: The Week in Reverse

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It also dropped the extended range version of the XLT, meaning that the entry point for the larger battery pack and 320-mile range is the $75,590 Flash version. Which EVs made the tax-credit shortlist in 2024? Which company faced a $1.7 billion fine for diesel emissions cheating?

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FEV, Inc. Partnering with EIG on Li-Ion Pack Development for Range-Extended Electric Vehicle Project

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for a Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (ReEV) project. ISO/TS16949 is an automotive quality management system based on ISO 9001 and emphasizes defect prevention and reduction of variation and waste at all steps in the design and manufacturing process. Tags: Batteries Electric (Battery) Hybrids Plug-ins. Earlier post.).

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Audi announces A3 e-tron battery electric vehicle pilot program in US

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Water flows around the 30 modules which constitute this battery; the waste heat is utilized to heat the vehicle’s interior. In auto mode, both systems are throttled back somewhat to extend the range. In efficiency mode, which is designed for maximum range, the output of the electric motor is limited to 50 kW (68 hp).

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Advantage EV

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Newer EVs have larger battery capacities, allowing for longer ranges and protecting against performance losses. Plug-in hybrids can mitigate cold weather concerns as they are also gas-powered for extended range. Driving electric can be a plus in cold weather. The heavy batteries also help with traction on icy roads.