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

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kWh Li-ion battery pack (about ~7.0 l/100 km (157 mpg US), or 35 g/km of CO 2. Li-ion battery. The Li-ion battery pack comprises eight modules, each made up of 12 prismatic nickel-manganese-cobalt cells. Voltage is between 250 and 400 V depending on state of charge. a liquid-cooled 8.8

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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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Among the broad technology advances Ogiso outlined during his talk were: “In its three generations, Prius MPG has improved on average by about 10%, each generation. We have also heard from owners that they would like a more convenient charging operation. Batteries Deepwater Engines Fuel Cells Hybrids Hydrogen Smart charging'

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Rolls Royce unveils the Phantom Experimental Electric; induction charging system

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liter V12 petrol engine and 6-speed gearbox have been replaced by a 71 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and two electric motors mounted on the rear sub-frame. Acceleration from 0-60 mpg takes less than 8 seconds. A fourth induction charger is also fitted to enable wireless charging, a technology being trialled in Phantom EE.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

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Price tag: about $25,000, made from 95% recyclable materials with a top speed of 65 miles per hour and range of 110 miles per charge. It is aggressively in talks with Portland General Electric Plug-In Charging Stations , ( POR ) and other states including Michigan, and California that are scrambling to offer incentives. before 2010.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. It offers 18 models that deliver 30 mpg or more. Posted by: Na | Apr 13, 2009 4:28:53 PM 18 models that get 30 mpg, yeah right! Thats short-sighted.

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