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Toyota unveils new Prius; HEVs launching this year, PHEVs in spring 2023

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Toyota unveiled the all-new Prius in a livestream event from Japan, with Series Parallel Hybrid (HEV) models to launch in winter this year and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) models to launch in spring 2023. Following Japan, the new Prius will be launched in North America, Europe, and other countries around the world.

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Mitsubishi shows XR-PHEV concept at LA Show

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Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV on stage in LA. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. MMNA) gave the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV ( earlier post ) plug-in hybrid its North American debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. Click to enlarge. For additional power optimization with reduced exhaust emissions, the 1.1-liter

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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. Ewert Energy Systems video (handheld) of driving a Prius PHEV conversion at highway speeds. Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp. Andrew Ewert.

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SAE taskforce J2954 on wireless charging and positioning standards looking to have final draft of guideline this year; significant industry involvement

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The objective of the taskforce is initially to create a guideline for demonstration projects and design verification and later standardize in 2015 with field confirmation. This is necessary before a determination of charging frequency can be standardize and should include the second and third harmonic possibilities.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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—Bob Lee, Head of Engine, Powertrain and Electrified Propulsion, and Systems Engineering, FCA - North America. The battery pack, covered by up to a 10-year/150,000-mile transferable warranty, may be fully recharged via the 6.6-kWh The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid comes standard with the Uconnect 8.4 Click to enlarge.

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Lux: future use of wide bandgap materials in power electronics will reduce EV cost

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As silicon struggles to meet higher performance standards, WBG materials are benefiting critically from evolving battery economics. Applied in an EV, WBG materials could cut electricity losses by 66% during vehicle battery recharging, the DOE says. SiC ahead in road to commercialization. million to a $3.8-million GaN Systems, Inc.;

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What Does GM’s “30 New EVs By 2025” Promise Mean for the US Market?

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” They have suggested, however, that around “two-thirds” of the the 30 vehicles would be available in the North America. In the 12 months since sharing the forecast below, multiple new crossover/SUV EVs including the Mustang Mach-E, Volvo EC40 Recharge, Polestar 2, Tesla Model Y Standard Range, Nissan Ariya, VW ID.4,

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