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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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The RWD layout also allowed for increased hydrogen storage to boost EPA-estimated range to 402 miles (Mirai XLE grade), a 30% increase over the first-generation Mirai. The three tanks together hold about 11 pounds (5 kg) of hydrogen. NORMAL provides an excellent balance between driving performance and fuel efficiency.

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Battery powered trailer boost range, efficiency — now for $120,000 less

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The company claims the Range Energy electric trailers can double a trucks’ fuel economy and slash its NOx emissions by as much as 67%. gross vehicle weight (well below the 80,000 lb. maximum). I’m betting batteries , for what it’s worth – but Range Energy customers will be able to put their electric trailers to work behind either!

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Gov’t, industry, national labs collaborate on comprehensive cradle-to-grave LCA study and economic assessment of LDV GHG reductions

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Numerous LCA tools have been used to evaluate the GHG emissions associated with various vehicle-fuel technologies, including fossil fuels, biofuels, hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVS), and battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

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Hyundai delivers keys to first Tucson Fuel Cell customer; leasing for $499/mo, with unlimited free fueling; first drive

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This includes unlimited free hydrogen refueling in the area, and free maintenance. The fuel cell vehicle currently is available at three southern California Hyundai dealers: Win Hyundai in Carson; Tustin Hyundai; and Hardin Hyundai in Anaheim. Tucson Fuel Cell. —Dave Zuchowski, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America.

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Hyundai introduces next-generation fuel cell vehicle NEXO; availability beginning later this year

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Hydrogen energy is the key to building a more sustainable society. Hyundai Motor Company has already taken a lead in hydrogen technology with introduction of Tucson fuel cell. Improving upon the Tucson FCEV, the NEXO has an estimated driving range of 370 miles, 105 miles more than its predecessor. 370 miles (est).

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Hyundai to begin production of ix35 Fuel Cell vehicle in December; targeting 1,000 units by 2015

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Beyond 2015, Hyundai plans limited mass production of the ix35 Fuel Cell, with a goal of 10,000 units; Hyundai will also introduce the vehicle in Korea and California. ix35 fuel cell powertrain layout. The fuel economy and range of the ix35 Fuel Cell have improved by 10% over the previous-generation model.

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US DRIVE releases comprehensive cradle-to-grave analysis of light-duty vehicle GHGs, cost of driving and cost of avoided GHGs

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The modeling of various vehicle technologies, current and future, included powertrain configuration, component sizing, cost, and fuel economy and was performed with the Autonomie model. time to accelerate from 0–60 mph, maximum speed, etc.), and to simulate fuel economy over various driving cycles.

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