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JANUARY 14, 2020

Aeristech, the UK-based developer of power-dense and efficient high-speed electric motors for applications including super- and turbo-chargers and fuel-cell compressors, has introduced a new 20 kW motor. Aeristech’s key invention so far is a new form of control architecture for permanent magnet variable-speed electric motors.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Kia on Thursday added a hybrid version of its Carnival minivan, as part of a mid-cycle revamp that brings technology upgrades and somewhat more SUV-inspired styling. liter turbo-4 gasoline engine, with a 54-kw (72-hp) electric motor at the input shaft of a 6-speed automatic transmission.

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JULY 24, 2018

Series production of electric motors officially started in Audi’s Gy?r, The electric motors are produced on floor space of 8,500 square meters using an innovative modular assembly production concept. The company has invested a double-digit million amount to set up the motor production facility. r, Hungary plant.

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JULY 11, 2019

The core components for electric cars are developed and produced for the new electric vehicles at the Volkswagen Group Components plants: the electric drive comes from Kassel; the Salzgitter plant supplies its colleagues in Hessen with rotors and stators. Electric drives from Kassel. The success of the ID.3 and Hanover.

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Teslarati

JUNE 17, 2021

The Tesla Model S Plaid is designed to be a hardcore smackdown to gasoline-powered cars, so much so that its specs must be experienced to be believed. Specifically, these new parts appear to be Zero-G wheels with 285 front/305 wide rear tires. Credit: Tesla Parts Catalog. Credit: Tesla Parts Catalog. Restricted part.

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APRIL 7, 2021

That price increase paired with an increase in gasoline and diesel demand will likely increase the cost of regular gasoline and diesel fuel this summer. EIA expects the retail price of regular-grade gasoline in the United States will average $2.78 EIA forecasts retail gasoline prices to gradually fall to an average of $2.62/gal

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DECEMBER 5, 2017

Groupe PSA and Nidec Corporation, through Nidec Leroy-Somer Holding, will form a joint venture in the field of electric traction motors. Groupe PSA has made the strategic choice to anchor the design and production of the main components of the electric traction powertrain in France. billion) in 2030. billion) in 2030.

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JANUARY 4, 2012

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year. Click to enlarge.

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Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Volvo Gasoline 268

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Mated with a responsive new transmission, the 2022 Rogue delivers improved power, best-in-class gasoline-engine fuel economy, most standard torque of any gasoline engine in its class and a more thrilling driving experience. which supplies engines and electric motors for all of the company’s US assembled models.

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Engine Fuel Economy Nissan Oil 417

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JANUARY 27, 2017

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announced that through its local importer and distributor MMC Ukraine, MMC will supply the National Police of Ukraine with 635 units of the Outlander PHEV. EV Drive Mode is an all-electric function in which the front and rear motors drive the vehicle using only electricity from the drive battery.

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Ukraine Mitsubishi PHEV Supplies 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 29, 2022

A new University of Michigan study finds that making the switch to all-electric mail-delivery vehicles would lead to far greater reductions in greenhouse gas emissions than previously estimated by the US Postal Service (USPS). The Postal Service said in February that at least 10% of the new mail trucks would be electric. Woody et al.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The Responsible Battery Coalition, in partnership with the University of Michigan Center for Sustainable Systems, launched a comprehensive research project to compare the total cost of ownership of gas and electric vehicles (EVs). Projections of future gasoline and electricity prices. Anticipated driving patterns.

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MARCH 15, 2023

In October 2022, Honda announced that it would invest $700 million to retool several of its existing auto and powertrain plants to establish the new EV Hub in Ohio, to prepare for the production of battery electric vehicles in 2026. Every MAP associate will have a position as part of this transition. Joint Venture EV Battery Plant.

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JANUARY 26, 2022

The powertrain features a motor generator within the bell housing between the twin-turbo engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission. Sequoia will be offered in 2WD or the available part-time 4WD system on SR5, Limited, Platinum and Capstone grades. Earlier post.). 2023 Toyota Sequoia Limited. TRD Pro will be offered only in 4WD.

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Toyota SUV Standards Tundra 370

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

e-POWER features a 100% electric motor-driven system that provides responsive acceleration, smooth deceleration and cabin quietness similar to an EV, while removing the need for external charging due to an onboard gasoline engine that charges the battery pack when necessary. L/100 km (60 mpg US).

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NOVEMBER 14, 2018

The e-POWER system combines an electric motor, which drives the wheels, with a gasoline engine that charges the vehicle’s battery. Used solely to charge the battery, the gasoline engine runs at a constant, optimal speed for maximum fuel efficiency, achieving 26.2 Serena e-POWER. liter engine. liter engine.

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Nissan Power Powered Minivan 286

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) showcased the utility’s first extended-range electric truck with manufacturer VIA Motors at three Bay Area National Plug-In Day events—in San Francisco, San Rafael and Cupertino—on Sunday. The gasoline engine extends the range to 350 more miles.

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Extended Range Plug-in San Francisco Motor 281

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

The Nissan e-POWER powertrain is driven by an electric motor that’s powered by a gasoline engine—i.e, The 100% electric motor drive system treats drivers to powerful acceleration, quiet operation and exceptional fuel efficiency. The role of the gasoline engine is strictly to generate electric power.

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Japan Nissan Power Powered 285

Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2021

Stellantis is investing £100 million (US$139 million) in Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant in the UK to transform the site for a new era in electric vehicle manufacturing. The plant aims to be 100% self-sufficient for electricity and work will commence imminently on potential wind and solar farms. Electric Passenger Car.

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MARCH 15, 2017

Taking full advantage of the immediate, high-torque performance of its three powerful electric motors, along with the always-on capabilities of electric torque vectoring, the three-row MDX Sport Hybrid substantially expands dynamic performance and fuel efficiency.

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Acura 2017 Hybrid Motor 199

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JUNE 27, 2013

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) Board of Directors approved a contract with BYD Motors for the manufacture and delivery of up to 25 new all-electric buses as part of a $30-million clean air bus technology pilot project. —Michael D. Antonovich, LA County Supervisor and Metro Board Chair.

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DECEMBER 19, 2017

The new Insight features the latest generation of Honda’s innovative two-motor hybrid system and will launch next summer as the newest electrified vehicle in the Honda lineup. As a result, the 2-door Insight launched as the most fuel-efficient EPA certified gasoline-fueled vehicle with a highway rating of 70 mpg (3.36

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Insight Honda Detroit Hybrid 150

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama (TMMAL) held an event to mark the first of Toyota’s latest engine products for the all-new 2022 Tundra ( earlier post ) to come off the production line. Toyota’s new twin-turbo V6 engine line was part of a $288-million investment that also added 450 new jobs.

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OCTOBER 15, 2011

In 2012, Toyota will take part in several races of the FIA World Endurance Championship, including the Le Mans 24 Hours, with the LMP1 hybrid. In March, the ACO and the FIA announced their partnership and the FIA World Endurance Championship to start in 2012.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Ford celebrated the production start of the all-new F-150 at the Ford Rouge Center and confirmed construction of the new Rouge Electric Vehicle Center where it will build the all-electric F-150 by mid-2022. Rendering of the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center.

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F-150 Boston Consulting Group Ford Production 396

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

Self Financial, a fintech company, has compared the running costs of electric and non-electric vehicles in each state. Across the US the average annual cost of running an electric vehicle is $2,721.96, while gasoline vehicles cost an average of $3,355.90 per year to run—a difference of $633.94

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

Lightning eMotors has announced a new model of its Class 3 Lightning Electric Transit Van. The new, longer-range Lightning Electric Transit Van is the fourth generation of its battery-electric and fuel cell electric platform, based on the Ford Transit 350HD chassis. —Tim Reeser, CEO of Lightning eMotors.

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Batteries Battery Fuel Electric 448

Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2009

Long Beach (California) Transit (LBT) has put 25 new gasoline-electric hybrid buses into service. This order was part of the Montebello Consortium program initiated in 2007 for the purchase of 150 gasoline hybrid-electric 40-foot buses. liter V-10 gasoline engine mated to a Siemens ELFA generator and motor system.

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MAY 26, 2019

ŠKODA, a member of the Volkswagen Group, has introduced the SUPERB iV—a plug-in hybrid version of its flagship SUPERB— and the CITIGOe iV, the company’s first production battery-electric vehicle. TSI gasoline engine delivering 115 kW (156 PS) and an 85 kW electric motor. The SUPERB iV is powered by a 1.4

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PHEV Batteries Battery Production 207

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APRIL 9, 2021

We have been continuously talking about the perks and advantages Electric vehicles bring to the table such as, being environment friendly, cost-effectiveness, less maintenance, etc and we all are familiar with these advantages electric vehicles have over conventional gasoline-powered vehicles. The Design.

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

Ford announced that it intends to invest up to £230 million (US$316 million) at its Halewood vehicle transmission facility to transform it to build electric power units for future Ford all-electric passenger and commercial vehicles sold in Europe. Production capacity is planned to be around 250,000 units a year. billion (US$3.4

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JULY 7, 2020

Rheinmetall Automotive AG, part of technology group Rheinmetall AG, has received a major order from an international OEM for electrical vacuum pumps. The pumps will be installed in plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) in the Chinese plants of the customer. The order extends to a lifetime volume of €250 million.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 6, 2020

Citroën is launching an all-electric version of its C4 compact hatchback as part of a redesign of the model. Aimed at the European market, the C4 will continue to offer gasoline and diesel powertrain options as well.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Electric vehicles are no exception. according to a 2023 study citing recent data from the National Transportation Safety Board and the Bureau of Transportation Statistics , gasoline-powered, internal-combustion engine (ICE) cars were involved in about 1,530 fires per every 100,000 sold. Cars catch fire. In the U.S.,

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Batteries Battery Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 136

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JUNE 14, 2012

In New Zealand, diesel and electric-powered vehicles pay for their road use through road user charges. On the other hand, gasoline, CNG and LPG powered vehicles pay for road use through fuel excise duty charged directly on the fuel they use. The exemption applies to any motor vehicle the power of which is wholly (i.e.,

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APRIL 6, 2021

The e-POWER system uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. As part of this effort, by the early 2030s every all-new Nissan vehicle offering in key markets will be electrified. e-POWER power train (for New Note). Earlier post.)

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Japan Nissan Power Powered 243

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JUNE 25, 2020

Volkswagen will offer a plug-in hybrid drive generating 160 kW (218 PS) for the updated Arteon product line for the first time, in addition to offering TSI (gasoline) and (in some markets) TDI (diesel) options. liter TSI engine paired with an electric motor and fed by a 12.7 At the top, the window line runs parallel to the roof.

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