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Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

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The next-generation Prius PHV (plug-in hybrid vehicle) is being developed in parallel with the standard Prius model. We have been listening very carefully to Prius PHV owners and are considering their requests for additional all-electric range. We have also heard from owners that they would like a more convenient charging operation.

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GOGORO Smart Scooters (TESLA of Scooters) to Launch Battery Swapping Stations in India

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The approximate range of this vehicle is 150 km at a speed of 30km/h. The racing-grade carbon belt drive makes this scooter a premium quality vehicle. Other features such as a synchronized braking system, hybrid racing tires, advanced front, and rear suspension, etc. Gogoro 1 Series. The hill climb ability is as follows.

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New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE 680hp hybrid with technology transfer from Formula 1

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The electric-only range supported by the 6.1 The development of the lithium-ion energy storage system is inspired by technologies that have already been proven in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. The battery is designed for fast power delivery and draw, not for the longest possible range.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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Development of the lithium-ion energy storage system began in 2016 and was inspired by technologies that have proven themselves in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. The electrification of the turbocharger significantly improves immediate response from idle and across the entire engine speed range.

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Audi unveils redesigned R18 diesel hybrid Le Mans racer for 2016 season

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At the same time, the speed of the LMP1 race cars continually increases. To control it, the officials of the FIA, the WEC and the Le Mans organizer ACO allocate less fuel energy to the hybrid race cars to control the lap times. The rear suspension kinematics has been optimized as well.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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Race Hybrid. Race Hybrid is the mode for maximum performance and an especially sporty driving style. he electric motors are used up to the maximum power output limit to deliver the best possible performance for the race track. The focus of this mode is on performance and a sporty driving style at top speed.

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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Electric range is 12 kilometers (7 miles). Development of this lithium-ion battery was inspired by technologies that have already proven themselves under the conditions in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team's Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. As in Formula 1, the battery is specifically designed for fast power delivery and draw.

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