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Sustainable Rail International, U of Minnesota partner to develop most powerful carbon-neutral locomotive, using new steam engine and biocoal

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CSR plans to break the world record for steam locomotive speed, reaching 130 mph (209 km/h). Figure of person provided for scale. The locomotive will run on torrefied biomass (biocoal), a biofuel created through an energy-efficient processing of cellulosic biomass. Locomotive 3463. Click to enlarge.

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2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV sedans priced in US starting at $44,550 and $46,550

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The combined power output is 288 hp and 310 lb-ft (420 N·m) of torque with XtraBoost. A brand-new feature in the new BMW 330e and 330e xDrive Sedans is XtraBoost, which enhances power and performance when the throttle is depressed to the kick down position. Purely electric driving up to 87 mph. seconds (5.7

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Citroën introducing its electric MPV: ë-SpaceTourer

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Like its PEUGEOT cousin, the Citroën ë-SpaceTourer is based on the EMP2 platform, seats up to 9 people and offers a choice of two range levels depending on battery power (50 kWh/230 km or 75 kWh/330 km in WLTP cycle). Maximum speed is 130 km/h (81 mph) in all drive modes (Eco, Normal, Power). m - M: 4.95 m - XL: 5.30

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Updated Gen7 BMW 5 Series sedan introduces new 48V MHEV system, more powerful PHEV

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The recuperated energy accumulating in the 48V battery is supplied to the 12V electrical system and powers the lights, steering, power windows, ventilation, audio system and seat heating. In addition, the stored energy can be used to provide additional drive power when it is fed back to the 48V starter-generator.

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Furtive eGT electric sports car hits 240 km/h on the Nordschleife; small production series for 2013

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The racing driver Sabine Schmitz has tested the battery-electric Furtive eGT sports car from Exagon Motors ( earlier post ) on the Nordschleife (north loop) of the Nürburgring, achieving a top speed of nearly 240 km/h (149 mph) on the 20 kilometer long Nordschleife. The eGT is equipped with two, for a combined output of 296 kW (402 hp).

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Bentley Adds Drift Mode to New Bentayga Speed

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The latest addition to Bentleys tony SUV proves that at least one person at the brand must be fun to hang out with. seconds on its way to a 193 mph top end. Torque vectoring by way of brake magic apparently allows for more power to be put to the road during a corner exit. Yee to the haw.

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TU/e students win Bridgestone World Solar Challenge Cruiser Class with solar-powered family car

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The student team from Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) has won the Cruiser Class (for practical solar-powered cars) for the third time at this year’s Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in Australia. To move one person 100 kilometers the solar-powered car uses 0.4 Photo: Bart van Overbeeke. Click to enlarge.

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