Gasoline, Li-ion, Miles and Recharge

New aqueous rechargeable lithium battery shows good safety, high reliability, high energy density and low cost; another post Li-ion alternative

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2013

Schematic illustration of the aqueous rechargeable lithium battery (ARLB) using the coated lithium metal as anode, LiMn 2 O 4 as cathode and 0.5 mol l -1 Li 2 SO 4 aqueous solution as electrolyte. mol l -1 Li 2 SO 4 aqueous solution as electrolyte, an ARLB is built up. Wang et al. Click to enlarge. —Wang et al.

Li-ion

Li-ion Low Cost Recharge Ni-Li

Peugeot presents its plug-in hybrid gasoline systems for 3008 and 508

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Peugeot is introducing gasoline plug-in hybrid systems for the Peugeot 3008 and 508 and 508 SW engines. The 300V Li-ion battery is located under the second row seats on both HYBRID and HYBRID4 versions. This enables 100% electric driving up to 50 kilometers/31 miles WLTP (60 kilometers/37 miles NEDC).

Plug-in

Plug-in Gasoline Hybrid Plug

RIKEN team develops high-performance lithium-iodine battery system with higher energy density than conventional Li-ion

Green Car Congress

JULY 8, 2013

The working concept of I3 – /I – redox reaction in the aqueous Li-I 2 battery. A team from Japan’s RIKEN, led by Hye Ryung Byon, has developed a lithium-iodine (Li-I 2 ) battery system with a significantly higher energy density than conventional lithium-ion batteries. 500 km) [311 miles]. Zhao et al.

Li-ion

Li-ion Ni-Li Energy Batteries

2013 Honda Fit EV receives EPA fuel economy rating of 118 MPGe; highest yet

Green Car Congress

JUNE 6, 2012

The 2013 Honda Fit EV ( earlier post ) received a combined adjusted Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mile-per-gallon-equivalency (MPGe) rating of 118 MPGe—the highest yet awarded by the EPA. The FIT EV’s fuel consumption rating is 29 kWh per 100 miles; EPA-rated annual fuel cost is $500. Honda Fit EV Efficiency Comparison.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy EPA 2013 Honda

GM to Debut Two-Mode Plug-in Hybrid Technology in New Buick Crossover in 2011; LG Chem to Supply the Li-ion Cells

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2009

In early testing, the plug-in hybrid is capable of electric-only propulsion for more than 10 miles at low speeds. The yet-to-be-named Buick crossover will launch in late 2010, offering a family of fuel-efficient direct-injected gasoline engines, followed in 2011 by the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model. V-6 flex-fuel engine.

Buick

Buick Li-ion Plug-in GM

Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

gallon fuel tank, the same as non-hybrid models, driving range is estimated at more than 526 miles (847 km). liter gasoline engine and an electric motor paired with a compact Li-ion battery. One clutch is installed between the gasoline engine and the electric motor, the other within the CVT.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy 2014 Economy Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2012

Daimler will introduce the Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID—equipped with a V6 gasoline engine—into in the US market, and later in other countries such as Japan and China. kWh lithium-ion battery pack, the modular hybrid system requires little installation space and weighs around 100 kg. Earlier post.). E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID.

Hybrid

Hybrid Mercedes Diesel Fuel Economy

Ford begins production of 2012 Focus Electric at Michigan Assembly, C-MAX models on deck

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant is starting production of the 2012 Focus Electric ( earlier post )—a five-passenger, battery-electric car Ford expects will achieve more than a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) fuel economy rating. 1 gallon of gasoline=33.7 Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Portland, Ore.; Raleigh-Durham, N.C.;

Michigan

Michigan 2012 Ford Lithium Ion

3D self-assembling nanostructure for cathodes enables very rapid charge and discharge without sacrificing capacity; potential for EVs

Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2011

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a self-assembling three-dimensional nanostructure for battery cathodes (Li-ion and NiMH) that allows for faster charging and discharging without sacrificing energy storage capacity. Battery life and recharging time are major limitations of electric vehicles.

Nickel Metal Hydride

Nickel Metal Hydride Li-ion Lithium Ion Charging

Ford projects C-MAX Hybrid will deliver 47 mpg city, 44 mpg highway; expected payback of hybrid premium in two years

Green Car Congress

JULY 5, 2012

The vehicle can be driven 500-plus miles with total system output of 188 hp (140 kW), compared to the 134 hp (100 kW) from Toyota Prius v and Prius. When powered by gasoline, the C-MAX Hybrid uses the all-new 2.0-liter The Li-ion battery pack is recharged when the gasoline engine is in operation.

MPG

MPG Hybrid Ford Prius

IBM Almaden Researchers Say Li-Air Batteries Offer Promise for Transition to Electrified Transportation, But Face Challenges and Multi-Decade Development Cycle

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2010

Four different architectures of Li-air batteries, which all assume the use of lithium metal as the anode. IBM and its partners have launched a multi-year research initiative exploring rechargeable Li-air systems: The Battery 500 Project. They will serve as guidelines for the research to be carried out on Li-air systems.

Li-ion

Li-ion Transportation Batteries Battery

Opel Begins Ampera EREV Mule Testing

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

A 16 kWh Li-ion battery pack provides all-electric range of up to 60 km/37 miles (MVEG). An on-board gasoline/E85-fueled engine-generator extends the Ampera’s range to more than 500 km (311 miles). In addition, engineers in Mainz-Kastel have developed and are further testing the lithium-ion battery pack.

Li-ion

Li-ion Lithium Ion Spain Extended Range

Quick drive of the Passat HyMotion hydrogen fuel cell hybrid

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

kWh lithium-ion battery pack (from the Jetta Hybrid), which stores the kinetic energy recovered from regenerative braking; assists in the starting phase of the fuel cell; and adds a dynamic boost to the maximum acceleration of the Golf SportWagen. At this point, the Passat is a fully electric car—but with a range of more than 300 miles.

Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel Hybrid Li-ion

Peugeot to Introduce iMiEV-Based EV, Two HYbrid4 Concepts at Frankfurt Show

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

The Peugeot iOn. On the heels of the recently-signed EV cooperation agreement between Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and PSA Peugeot Citroën ( earlier post ), Peugeot will introduce the “iOn” EV—based on the Mitsubishi i-MiEV ( earlier post )—at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor show. Click to enlarge. m and a turning circle of 4.50

i-MiEV

i-MiEV Concept Li-ion Mitsubishi

Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The plug means the 2021 Pacifica has a 32-mile all-electric driving range, which for most people is far more than they will drive in their daily routine. The battery recharge and electric mile range are metered instantly by dash gauges.

Chrysler

Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug

U. Mich study: natural-gas-based ICE, BEV and FCV all show promise for environmental benefits relative to conventional ICE

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2014

in this study the environmental impacts of delivering driven vehicle miles are compared for three different vehicle fleets, each powered either directly or indirectly by natural gas. The functional unit was defined to be 120,000 miles (193,000 km) evenly delivered over a 10-year period. —Dai and Lastoskie.

Gas

Gas Li-ion Gas-Electric Conversion

Volkswagen Group’s MQB plug-in hybrid powertrain; foundation for Golf GTE, A3 e-tron, and more

Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2014

The new Mark 7 Golf, which is MQB-based, offers gasoline; diesel; natural gas; plug-in hybrid (the GTE); and battery-electric (the e-Golf) versions, all of which can be manufactured bumper-to-bumper on the same assembly line. liter TSI gasoline engine from the EA 211 series (which spans 1.0L kWh Li-ion battery pack (about ~7.0

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Li-ion

Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2010

Peugeot continues to improve engine efficiency with a downsizing strategy for its gasoline and HDi FAP diesel engines. The Marque is also developing a new 3-cylinder gasoline engine. Its Li-ion batteries give it a range of 130 km. Its electric motor is powered by a removable 36V Li-ion battery offering a range of 70 km.

Downsizing

Downsizing Plug-in Hybrid Concept

GM Europe Premieres Opel Ampera,Chevrolet Spark at Geneva Show

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2009

Equipped with a 16 kWh Li-ion battery pack, the five-door, four-seat hatchback has a battery-powered range of up to 60 km (37 miles) (MVEG cycle). An on-board gasoline/E85-fueled engine-generator extends the Ampera’s range to more than 500 km (311 miles). Recharging uses a standard 230V outlet. Earlier post.)

Chevrolet

Chevrolet GM Europe Li-ion

Scaleo chip and IFP Energies nouvelles unveil OLEA microcontrollers in a plug-in hybrid car

Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2014

liter PSA gasoline engine (66 kW), a Valeo starter-alternator, a permanent magnet synchronous motor (37 kW), and a Li-ion battery from SAFT. miles); its battery is recharged during regenerative breaking, when the gasoline engine is running, or when plugged into a conventional power outlet.

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Energy

BMW Group presents prototype of i8 plug-in hybrid; first use of new 3-cylinder engine

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2013

liters/100 km, which equates to approximately 95 miles per US gallon, with CO 2 emissions of less than 59 grams per kilometer. liter BMW TwinPower Turbo gasoline engine; and intelligent energy management. The rear wheels of the BMW i8 are driven by the gasoline engine via a six-speed automatic transmission. Click to enlarge.

BMW

BMW Plug-in Engine Plug

ARPA-E RANGE: $20M for robust transformational energy storage systems for EVs; 3x the range at 1/3 the cost

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

The Robust Affordable Next Generation EV-Storage (RANGE) program’s goal is to enable a 3X increase in electric vehicle range (from ~80 to ~240 miles per charge) with a simultaneous price reduction of > 1/3 (to ~ $30,000). If successful, these vehicles will provide near cost and range parity to gasoline-powered ICE vehicles, ARPA-E said.

Energy Storage

Energy Storage Range Energy Nickel Metal Hydride

Daimler Unveils F800 Style Research Vehicle; Plug-in Hybrid or Fuel Cell Drive Again Highlights Modular Approach

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

The new F800 Style is a five-seat upper-range sedan featuring an all-new multi drive platform suited for a hydrogen fuel cell electric drive with a range of almost 600 kilometers (373 miles) as well as the a plug-in hybrid drive with a 30 km (19 mile) all-electric range. F800 Plug-in Hybrid, Gasoline. Total range (km/miles).

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Fuel

BMW ActiveHybrid 3 to carry MSRP of $50,195; intelligent energy management with proactive route analysis

Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2012

liter inline 6-cylinder engine and 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission with an electric motor powered by a high-voltage Li-ion battery (cells from A123 systems, earlier post ) housed under the luggage compartment between the wheel arches. miles (four kilometers). Lithium-ion battery. Packaging of the battery.

BMW

BMW Lithium Ion Energy Li-ion

ARPA-E Selects 37 Projects for $106M in Funding in Second Round; Electrofuels, Better Batteries and Carbon Capture

Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2010

Electrofuels approaches will use organisms able to extract energy from other sources, such as solar-derived electricity or hydrogen or earth-abundant metal ions. This process will repurpose carbon dioxide for use as a liquid fuel that can be readily used as a high octane gasoline substitute. Electrofuels. Ohio State Univ.

Carbon

Carbon Batteries Battery Li-ion

EnerFuel Coupling High-Temperature PEM Fuel Cell With On-board Reformer for Range Extender System for Electric Vehicles

Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2010

EnerFuel, a subsidiary of Li-ion manufacturer EnerDel’s parent Ener 1, is developing a range extender system for electric vehicles that consists of a high-temperature (HT) PEM fuel cell combined with an on-board reformer. To travel 100 miles throughout the day, the vehicle would require a 20 kWh battery pack. Earlier post.)

Fuel

Fuel Range Electric Vehicles Lithium Ion

Electric vehicles batteries-requirements & challenges

Electric Vehicles India

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

By the commercialization of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) tremendous growth has been made to increase energy density, reduce cost, and improve the performance of batteries. LIBs have one of the highest energy densities (250–693 Wh/L and 100–265 Wh/kg) of current battery technology, but it is still significantly less that of gasoline.

Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles Batteries Battery Vehicles

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

Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2014

Hyundai’s position on fuel cell vehicles is that they alleviate the limitations of traditional battery-electric vehicles with respect to range and refueling (recharging) time. The Tucson Fuel Cell began mass production for the US market in April 2014 at the Ulsan, Korea assembly plant that also manufactures the Tucson gasoline-powered CUV.

Tucson

Tucson Hyundai Fuel Hydrogen

BMW to showcase 4 production plug-in hybrids at IAA in Frankfurt; new 225xe

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

liter three-cylinder gasoline engine with 65 kW electric traction motor and a 7.7 kWh Li-ion battery pack. Maximum all-electric range is 41 kilometers (25 miles). kWh lithium-ion battery. In everyday driving conditions, a range of up to 600 kilometers (373 miles) is within reach.

Plug-in

Plug-in BMW Plug Hybrid

Jeep Renegade 4xe, Compass 4xe PHEV order books open in Europe

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2020

kWh, 400V, NMC Li-ion battery pack, with a fuel-efficient 1.3-liter liter turbo gasoline engine and six-speed automatic transmission. The plug-in hybrid electric technology in full-electric mode allows customers to travel with zero emissions and an average range of 50 km (31 miles). The basic structure of the 1.3-liter

Jeep

Jeep Europe PHEV International

Can Flow Batteries Finally Beat Lithium?

Cars That Think

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Monique closes her EV’s fueling port and heads onto the highway with enough stored energy to drive 640 kilometers (400 miles). The battery in her EV is a variation on the flow battery , a design in which spent electrolyte is replaced rather than recharged. Their energy density is as little as 10 percent that of lithium-ion batteries.

Lithium Ion

Lithium Ion Batteries Battery Li-ion

DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2013

Advanced Electrolytes for Next-Generation Lithium Ion Chemistries. for high-energy batteries for use in PHEV40 (PHEVs with a 40 mile all electric range) and EV light-duty vehicles. Critical barriers exist for the implementation of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries in electric drive vehicle applications. Recharge Rate.

Li-ion

Li-ion Fuel Vehicles Lithium Ion

BMW brand’s first production PHEV: the BMW X5 xDrive40e

Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2015

With a total system output of 230 kW/313 hp generated by a four-cylinder gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, a synchronous electric motor integrated in the 8-speed Steptronic transmission, and a 9.0 kWh, 96-cell high-voltage Li-ion battery pack, the BMW X5 xDrive40e achieves a combined fuel consumption of 3.4 – 3.3

BMW

BMW PHEV Production MPH

Li-ion Reserve in the World: How it Revolutionised the EV Industry

Get Electric Vehicle

MAY 30, 2021

Back then the rivals of an electric vehicle such as gasoline-powered and steam-powered personnel carriers or cars were very difficult to operate. On the other hand, the gasoline-powered vehicles were also in trouble because of the trail of exhaust gas, the gear shifting, and the cranking required to start the engine. The Great Fall.

Li-ion

Li-ion Lithium Ion Industrial Industry

Toyota RAV4 EV key for meeting California ZEV requirements; Tesla powertrain uses Model S components

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2012

The battery pack is a 386V Li-ion pack comprising about 4,500 cells and rated at 41.8 In standard mode, the high voltage battery charges only up to 35 kWh and the vehicle is expected to achieve an EPA-estimated driving range rating of 92 miles. kWh, providing an anticipated EPA-estimated driving range of 113 miles.

Toyota

Toyota California Tesla EPA

Cadillac introduces the 2014 ELR extended range electric vehicle

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2013

gasoline-powered range-extender generator. kWh lithium-ion battery pack (The Volt’s is 16 kWh) comprising 288 prismatic Li-ion cells, located along the centerline of the vehicle, between the front and rear wheels for optimal weight distribution. The full driving range exceeds 300 miles (480 km). (By Powertrain.

Extended Range

Extended Range Cadillac 2014 Range

Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

This means the wheels are turned by power coming directly from the gasoline engine, or the electric motor, or both together, as conditions demand. Gasoline engine engagement depends on state of charge, acceleration and vehicle speed. Li-poly battery pack. L/100km) and city fuel economy of 37 mpg (6.4 System net power [hp].

Nickel Metal Hydride

Nickel Metal Hydride New York Hyundai Hybrid

VW Jumps on the Bandwagon

Plug In Partners

JUNE 30, 2008

During a presentation of Volkswagen's new electric car program entitled "Fleet Test: Electric Drive Vehicles," Winterkorn explained that TwinDrive can power a vehicle solely on electricity for up to 50 kilometers (31 miles) and can be plugged into to existing power outlets for recharging. But, there's also a 2.0-liter

Li-ion

Li-ion Lithium Ion Plug-in Plug

BMW boosts battery capacity of MY2017 i3 to 33 kWh with higher energy density Li-ion cells; up to 114 miles combined cycle range

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2016

The 2017 BMW i3 (94 Ah) has a capacity of 33 kilowatt hours (kWh) due to the use of higher energy density lithium-ion cells; the dimensions of the pack remain unchanged while still offering a significant range increase. The EPA range rating for the MY 2016 i3 is 81 miles (130 km). New Li-ion pack. Top: with cover on.

Li-ion

Li-ion BMW Miles Range

Campaign Begins

Plug In Partners

JANUARY 24, 2006

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) would combine today’s new gas-electric hybrid technology with larger batteries that could provide an all-electric operating range of 25 to 35 miles or more. The result is an 80+ mile-per-gallon vehicle — with even greater fuel economy possible utilizing bio-fuels.

Nickel Metal Hydride

Nickel Metal Hydride EPRI Plug-in Austin

Prius Plug-in Concept to Support All-Electric Driving Up To About 12 Miles at Speeds Up To 62MPH

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

miles) miles at speeds up to 62 mph. Over longer distances and higher speeds, the Prius Plug-in switches to conventional gasoline-electric full hybrid operation. The Li-ion pack can be fully recharged in one-and-a-half hours from a 230V power supply.

Prius

Prius Plug-in Nickel Metal Hydride Plug

Honda to add new dedicated hybrid model with i-MMD in US in 2018; hybrid system to expand to light trucks

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2017

kWh Li-Ion battery pack. This was achieved by utilizing VDA-standard, high-energy density Li-Ion battery cells, unifying the battery ECU and cell voltage sensor into one component and utilizing a single rather than dual cooling duct. Gasoline engine shutdown is seamlessly integrated into the operation when appropriate.

Honda

Honda Hybrid 2018 Light

Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

kWh Li-ion pack enabling an electric range of up to 15 miles (24 km) at speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h), according to Toyota. With seating for five, the 2012 Prius Plug-in hybrid is expected to achieve a manufacturer-estimated 87 mpge (miles per gallon equivalent) in combined driving and 49 mpg in hybrid mode, or 2.7

Prius

Prius Plug-in 2012 Plug

VW premieres Jetta Hybrid and E-Bugster concept with Combined Charging System; Blue-e-Motion electric drives to go into production units as early as 2013

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2012

Volkswagen staged two world premieres at the Detroit Auto Show: the new Jetta gasoline-electric Hybrid and the E-Bugster battery-electric concept derived from the Beetle. kWh lithium-ion battery pack housed in a space-saving location behind the front seats. Volkswagen says the range is 110 miles (180 km) in the city.

Hybrid

Hybrid 2013 Charging Concept

New aqueous rechargeable lithium battery shows good safety, high reliability, high energy density and low cost; another post Li-ion alternative

Peugeot presents its plug-in hybrid gasoline systems for 3008 and 508

RIKEN team develops high-performance lithium-iodine battery system with higher energy density than conventional Li-ion

2013 Honda Fit EV receives EPA fuel economy rating of 118 MPGe; highest yet

GM to Debut Two-Mode Plug-in Hybrid Technology in New Buick Crossover in 2011; LG Chem to Supply the Li-ion Cells

Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

Ford begins production of 2012 Focus Electric at Michigan Assembly, C-MAX models on deck

3D self-assembling nanostructure for cathodes enables very rapid charge and discharge without sacrificing capacity; potential for EVs

Ford projects C-MAX Hybrid will deliver 47 mpg city, 44 mpg highway; expected payback of hybrid premium in two years

IBM Almaden Researchers Say Li-Air Batteries Offer Promise for Transition to Electrified Transportation, But Face Challenges and Multi-Decade Development Cycle

Opel Begins Ampera EREV Mule Testing

Quick drive of the Passat HyMotion hydrogen fuel cell hybrid

Peugeot to Introduce iMiEV-Based EV, Two HYbrid4 Concepts at Frankfurt Show

Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

U. Mich study: natural-gas-based ICE, BEV and FCV all show promise for environmental benefits relative to conventional ICE

Volkswagen Group’s MQB plug-in hybrid powertrain; foundation for Golf GTE, A3 e-tron, and more

Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

GM Europe Premieres Opel Ampera,Chevrolet Spark at Geneva Show

Scaleo chip and IFP Energies nouvelles unveil OLEA microcontrollers in a plug-in hybrid car

BMW Group presents prototype of i8 plug-in hybrid; first use of new 3-cylinder engine

ARPA-E RANGE: $20M for robust transformational energy storage systems for EVs; 3x the range at 1/3 the cost

Daimler Unveils F800 Style Research Vehicle; Plug-in Hybrid or Fuel Cell Drive Again Highlights Modular Approach

BMW ActiveHybrid 3 to carry MSRP of $50,195; intelligent energy management with proactive route analysis

ARPA-E Selects 37 Projects for $106M in Funding in Second Round; Electrofuels, Better Batteries and Carbon Capture

EnerFuel Coupling High-Temperature PEM Fuel Cell With On-board Reformer for Range Extender System for Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles batteries-requirements & challenges

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

BMW to showcase 4 production plug-in hybrids at IAA in Frankfurt; new 225xe

Jeep Renegade 4xe, Compass 4xe PHEV order books open in Europe

Can Flow Batteries Finally Beat Lithium?

DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

BMW brand’s first production PHEV: the BMW X5 xDrive40e

Li-ion Reserve in the World: How it Revolutionised the EV Industry

Toyota RAV4 EV key for meeting California ZEV requirements; Tesla powertrain uses Model S components

Cadillac introduces the 2014 ELR extended range electric vehicle

Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

VW Jumps on the Bandwagon

BMW boosts battery capacity of MY2017 i3 to 33 kWh with higher energy density Li-ion cells; up to 114 miles combined cycle range

Campaign Begins

Prius Plug-in Concept to Support All-Electric Driving Up To About 12 Miles at Speeds Up To 62MPH

Honda to add new dedicated hybrid model with i-MMD in US in 2018; hybrid system to expand to light trucks

Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

VW premieres Jetta Hybrid and E-Bugster concept with Combined Charging System; Blue-e-Motion electric drives to go into production units as early as 2013

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