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APRIL 8, 2020

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains, announced an order from the California Department of State Hospitals for 12 zero-emission, all-electric Ford Transit 350HD models. The Lightning Electric models are being provided to the hospital system by Wondries Fleet Group, a leading fleet dealer in California.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2015

With the launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010, Toyota became the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains (gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid, and diesel) in the C-segment. seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). 1.2T: an all-new direct injection turbo gasoline engine. Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 11, 2020

The X5 xDrive45e is built at Plant Spartanburg, South Carolina, BMW Group’s largest global production plant. liter 4-cylinder TwinPower turbocharged motor) BMW’s latest eDrive technology and a larger, more advanced high-voltage electric battery. 0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 seconds, 1.2 seconds faster than before.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

kWh, the GLC 350e 4MATIC EQ Power will benefit from increased all-electric range (NEDC electric range approx. 28-30 miles; EPA electric range TBA). The stator of the electric motor is permanently integrated into the traction head housing, while the rotor is between the power flow of the separating clutch and transmission input.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). A 37-mile range EV Electric and Gasoline Power The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV is powered by a 2.5-liter Two gasoline engines—a 1.5-liter

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2020

Globally, by 2025, Audi is aiming to have 30 electrified models on sale, with 20 of those vehicles fully electric. In the US, Audi has already introduced five production models: the Audi Q5 TFSI e, A7 TFSI e and A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) as well as the e-tron all-electric SUV and upcoming e-tron Sportback.

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Blink Charging

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Enter electric vehicles: a practical step toward reducing carbon emissions and reinforcing sustainable practices. Not only do they eliminate tailpipe emissions, but they also boast greater energy efficiency compared to their gasoline counterparts. There’s no better time than now to join the electric vehicle revolution.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2018

In 2017 Volvo Cars was the first global car maker to announce its strategy that from 2019 all new models will be electrified. Volvo’s proven T5 and T6 gasoline engines will be available at launch. In a world first for the mid-size sedan segment, City Safety now also engages auto braking to mitigate oncoming collisions.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 7, 2015

The BMW 330e will accelerate from 0–60 mph in approximately 6.1 seconds (preliminary) and have a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h) (preliminary). The new BMW 330e is also capable of traveling up to 22 miles (35 km) in all-electric mode. All 340i models are governed to a top speed of 155 mph. This new 3.0

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NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Gasoline models arrive next month, and RAV4 Hybrid models follow in late March 2019. Beneath the 2019 RAV4’s bolder sheet metal, the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA-K) platform provides the foundation for capability, comfort and safety. Toyota has introduced the fifth-generation 2019 Toyota RAV4. 2019 RAV4 Hybrid.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Ford’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle on the market offers EPA-rated 108 mpg equivalent city, 92 mpge highway and 100 mpge combined;the all-electric range is up to 21 miles. The plug-in hybrid leverages Ford’s global C-car platform, powersplit architecture, next-generation driver information features and advanced lithium-ion battery systems.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2018

The UX marks a series of technical innovations, including the first use of the new global architecture platform GA-C, which delivers fundamental high structural rigidity and a low center of gravity, thus securing excellent ride quality and stability. The UX is the first Lexus to be constructed using the new global architecture platform GA-C.

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APRIL 3, 2019

Escape, which debuted the world’s first hybrid SUV in 2005, brings back two hybrid choices for 2020—a standard hybrid and a plug-in variant—and introduces technologies ranging from drive modes and driver-assist features to electric vehicle ingenuity and on-board connectivity. The all-new 1.5-liter

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 24, 2023

An 8-speed automatic is the sole transmission choice, regardless the number of driven wheels, and 60 mph should be yours in a hair under 6 seconds. Those of you seeking a slightly hotter gasoline-fed option will be pointed towards the 540i xDrive – until the inevitable M variants appear – which packs a 3.0L ft of torque. ft of twist.

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EV Info

AUGUST 14, 2023

In a TESLA like presentation Fisker showcased the next 3 cars in the growing Fisker range Henrik Fisker believes the electric vehicle is the most fundamental shift in personal transport since the transition from the horse to the gasoline engine. Geeta Gupta-Fisker founded Fisker Inc. Introducing the Pear, Ronin and Alaska.

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APRIL 23, 2014

liter SDV6 diesel engine with a 35 kW electric motor, integrated with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. The complete system, including a lithium ion battery pack, inverter and electric motor, weighs less than 120 kg. The Range Rover Hybrid powertrain combines Land Rover’s 3.0-liter l/100 km (36.8 Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 2, 2011

Ford had previewed the small EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection unit, and had confirmed it for production, at Auto China 2010 in Beijing. ” —Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. liter gasoline engines. million EcoBoost engines globally. Ford is adding a 1.0-liter

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JULY 16, 2014

gasoline unit that is the first member of a new family of 14 highly efficient engines to be launched by 2015. Mass-produced gasoline engines on average have a thermal efficiency of between 30 and 35%, Toyota said.). liter gasoline engine and 1.4-liter The 1.33L gasoline and 1.4L A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter lbs) lighter.

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JULY 3, 2013

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced that as of the end of June, worldwide cumulative sales of the Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle (generations I, II and III) passed the 3-million mark. Total global Prius nameplate sales (the expanded Prius family) are at 3.436 million units.

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JULY 8, 2016

Electricity is about ½ the cost of diesel or gasoline. A 40-ton long-haul truck driving at 60 mph (about 100 km/h) uses between 8 to 13 gallons of diesel per hour according to a detailed Swedish survey. However, I’ve been wrong, with electric buses so far making very slow inroads into bus fleets. Earlier post.]

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 5, 2023

i5: BMW will roll out a number of variants of its latest electrical nameplate, together with rwd and all-wheel-drive variants. The all-electric midsize sedan arrives in October. The flagship i5 M60 xDrive delivers M functionality, generating 590 hp and a 0-to-60 mph acceleration in 3.7 A redesign may practice in 2027.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2013

million units sold since its original debut, the Mazda3 is now sold in more than 120 countries and accounts for 30% of the company’s annual global sales. liter gasoline engine and a new SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter liter gasoline engine, as fitted to the CX-5 and 2014 Mazda6. liter-sized gasoline engines; a SKYACTIV-D 2.2-liter

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2018

The NEXO model will spearhead Hyundai Motor’s plans to accelerate development of low emission vehicles, in line with Hyundai Motor Group’s renewed goal of introducing 18 eco-friendly models to global markets by 2025. In addition the NEXO has improved power density and durability comparable with a gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Ltd, China’s leading vehicle exporter, will launch a new model line of passenger cars and SUVs globally—with plans to begin sales in Europe within the next few years—under a new nameplate: EXEED. The EXEED TX will be able to travel up to 120 km/h (75 mph) for up to 70 km (43.5 Chery Automobile Co., 100km (130.6

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MARCH 13, 2010

liter internal combustion engine developing 51 horsepower (38 kW) at 3500 rpm that can run on gasoline, ethanol, methanol or natural gas. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h takes 14 seconds, top speed is 170 km/h (106 mph) and battery range in the hybrid configuration is 50 km (31 miles). Tags: Electric (Battery) Hybrids Plug-ins.

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OCTOBER 7, 2016

kWh battery pack for twice the electric range of its predecessor, as well as some enhancements to its powertrain, including a Toyota-first dual motor generator drive system. This uses both the electric motor and the generator for drive force, helping to boost acceleration performance. 1, yet runs on regular-grade gasoline.

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MAY 29, 2015

Reflecting changing trends in the C-segment market which call for further reductions in fuel consumption, emissions and cost of ownership without detriment to performance or driving pleasure, Toyota has both extended and extensively revised the Auris full hybrid, gasoline and diesel powertrain line-up. Earlier post.) liter turbo and 1.6

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard.

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MAY 6, 2011

Jaguar expects the C-X75 to deliver CO 2 emissions of less than 99 g/km while being able to achieve in excess of 200 mph. The road-going supercar will use a downsized, highly-boosted gasoline engine with one electric motor at each axle. million) depending on local market and taxes. This is the Jaguar of the future.

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MARCH 25, 2015

kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides electric power to the Hybrid system. The advanced lithium-ion based chemistry can power the Malibu hybrid at up to 55 mph (89 km/h) on electricity alone. The gasoline-powered engine will automatically come on at higher speeds and high loads when necessary to provide additional power.

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JULY 15, 2016

The trio source their power from a latest-generation four-cylinder gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor. The new BMW 740e iPerformance with standard wheelbase and the new BMW 740Le iPerformance with long wheelbase offer combined cycle average gasoline consumption of 2.2–2.0 l/100 km (94-111.9

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

On the heels officially introducing the Focus Electric last week ( earlier post ), Ford revealed two next-generation hybrids—including its first production plug-in hybrid (PHEV)—at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This allows it to run in electric mode before using the gasoline engine.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2012

The vehicle was developed by Shanghai GM and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), making it the first production electric vehicle created by a Chinese joint venture. In addition, the car will qualify for a free local Shanghai license plate exclusively for electric vehicles. The top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph).

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JANUARY 12, 2012

The study calculated the global fuel energy consumption used to overcome friction in passenger cars in terms of friction in the engine, transmission, tires, and brakes. By comparison, an electric car has only half the friction loss of that of a car with a conventional internal combustion engine. million TJ/a. million TJ/a.

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OCTOBER 14, 2011

BMW revealed first details of the new sixth-generation 3 Series; the 3 Series accounts for one-fifth of the company’s global sales. liter gasoline engine will be available in two output ratings. The new BMW 328i accelerates from 0 to 00 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 All the engines are well within the EU5 and US ULEV II limits.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

General Motors announced a demonstration project ( earlier post ) to explore market needs and customer acceptance of battery electric vehicles in Korea. The project involves a fleet of electric vehicles based on the Chevrolet Cruze. This is a key initiative in GM’s global battery and electric vehicle development strategy.

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JANUARY 11, 2022

Jeep global CEO Christian Meunier closed out 2021 by announcing his brand’s goal of becoming the “zero emission freedom brand,” with the Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) as its first example. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV is powered by two electric motors and a 2.0-liter liter turbocharged gasoline engine.

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