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2022 Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicle offering new Toyota Teammate advanced driver assistance; Level 2 automation

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The first-generation Mirai (2016-2020) was Toyota’s first production FCEV offered for sale to retail customers in North America. color TFT LCD gauge cluster; 120V/100W power outlet and dual-bulb LED headlights. An extended ToyotaCare maintenance plan, good for three years or 35,000 miles, is included with the vehicle.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

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These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. Safety systems in plug-in hybrid and electric cars automatically shut the power off and isolate the battery when a collision or short circuit is detected, lowering the likelihood of a fire. fires per 100,000 sales. So, how do EVs keep you safe from fire hazards?

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Allison Transmission launches eGen Flex, new zero-emission-capable electric hybrid system

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eGen Flex provides bus fleets with full electric engine-off propulsion and accessory power operation capability—suited for zero-emission zones and depot operation, including when approaching, during, and leaving passenger stops for a quieter and healthier environment.

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Getrag begins production of 7DCT300 dual-clutch transmission; hybrid versions in 2016

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Smart Actuation, an intelligent power-on-demand actuation system, adds to the high efficiency of the 7DCT300. Its use enables power consumption of under 40W to be achieved—less energy than a light bulb and 3.5% OEMs can therefore produce conventionally powered and hybrid vehicles on the same production line.

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ARB Chair Mary Nichols, CA officials leading hydrogen fuel cell vehicle rally from LA to Sacramento

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The rally is intended to highlight that these hydrogen-fueled electric vehicles are now available for sale or lease, and there is a rapidly growing statewide network of hydrogen filling stations to support them. Thanks to California’s hydrogen infrastructure investments, my Toyota Mirai FCEV can get me anywhere I need to go.

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Panasonic and Tokyo Gas introduce home fuel cell unit for condominiums

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Compared to using electricity from thermal power plants and heating water using city gas, the new “Ene-Farm” fuel cell for condominiums reduces primary energy consumption by approximately 37% and CO 2 emissions by approximately 49% when operating at the rated electricity generation. Power generation output. Free maintenance support.

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Toyota develops packaged fuel cell system module for sale

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Therefore, to address these needs, Toyota developed the product that packages individual FC system-related products of second generation Toyota Mirai with enhanced performance, such as the FC stack, as well as components that handle air supply, hydrogen supply, cooling, and power control, into a single compact module.

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