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Software Upgrade to Prius PHEV NiMH Conversion Kit Enables All-Electric Driving At Up to 70mph

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kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. But that can force the electric motor to run above its recommended speed range, said Ewert Energy Systems co-founder and vice president Andrew Ewert.

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VW Unveils New Touareg and Touareg Hybrid

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The new Touareg will offer a range of conventional gasoline and diesel engine options, an eight-speed transmission and, on the majority of models, Stop-Start technology. The Touareg Hybrid attains a maximum speed of 240 km/h (149 mph) and accelerates to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds before reaching a top speed of 149 mph (240 km/h).

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Porsche adds second production hybrid model, Panamera S Hybrid

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The Panamera S Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and has a top track speed of 167 mph (270 km/h). Its range in purely electric mode is approximately one mile, with electric-only acceleration possible up to just over 50 mph (85 km/h).

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Peugeot Shows Two HYbrid4 Concepts, New BB1 EV Concept at Frankfurt

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The HYbrid4 system will be deployed into the production vehicle range beginning in 2011, with the 3008 HYbrid4. This operates over a voltage range of between 150 and 270 volts. Ah NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery pack is located under the rear load area floor, near the electric motor. The 200V, 5.5 3008 HYbrid4. Peugeot BB1.

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2013 Toyota Avalon features both gasoline and hybrid powertrains; hybrid expects a 40-mpg combined EPA-rating

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The all-aluminum six-cylinder engine will produce 268 hp (200 kW) and 248 lb-ft (336 N·m) of torque, which will propel the new sedan to 60 mph in under seven seconds. By using the paddles or in S-range, the transmission uses a quick responding shift-logic that includes throttle blipping for downshifts. Click to enlarge.

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Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Fleet Passes 1M-Mile Mark In Project Driveway

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A 35 kW NiMH battery pack (about 1.8 These power a front-wheel drive, 3-phase, 73 kW continuous, 94 kW maximum asynchronous electric motor that delivers 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of instant torque and a top speed of about 100 mph (161 km/h). Regenerative braking extends the driving range. The Equinox fuel cell powertrain.

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London Calling: Congestion Charge Recharges Electric Cars

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Limited ranged, lead-acid battery based cars, they have nonetheless proven the demand of even less than perfect electric vehicles. To facilitate these EVs, Charging stations are being put in place by local councils, making even short range electric cars viable for commuters. NiMH is the risk-free pathway. Norway's Th!nk

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