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Battery-grade lithium carbonate forecast to trade at $74K/tonne in 12 months

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In the US, demand for new energy vehicles is set to increase as the newly passed “Inflation Reduction Act” extends tax breaks for new electric vehicle purchases—although eligibility for the tax break will be determined by the sourcing of critical materials, including lithium. Earlier post.).

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Detroit Electric unveils SP:01 two-seat electric sports car; 190-mile range on NEDC; V2H feature

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The 37 kWh lithium polymer battery pack gives the SP:01 a range of almost 190 miles (306 km) between recharges, when tested to the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) standard. The price of SP:01 starts at US$135,000 and will vary according to specification and local taxes. hours via a 240V and 32A chargepoint.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers are currently eligible for a $4,919 federal tax credit. The lithium-ion polymer battery pack capacity is 1.76 km), and it can recharge in less than three hours with a level-two charger. In addition, the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid is eligible for HOV-lane access in certain states. Hybrid Powertrain.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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kWh Li-ion polymer that can recharge in less than three hours with a Level-Two charger. Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers will be eligible for a $2,500 fixed federal tax credit and a variable federal tax credit based on battery capacity that will also be over $2,000. kWh Li-ion polymer pack, the HEV a 1.62

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Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

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kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery and a 60 horsepower, 44.5 The lithium-ion polymer battery pack is replenished through plug-in charging and regenerative braking, which converts kinetic energy into electric energy when applying the brakes or coasting, and stores it in the battery. Road Test: 2021 Volvo SC90 Recharge PHEV.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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The bottom shell of its housing is made of diecast aluminum, the top shell of polymer. 240-volt charging replenishes the battery in about 2 hours and 15 minutes; recharging through a 120-volt outlet takes approximately 8 hours. Charge Battery mode uses the gasoline engine to recharge the battery while driving at highway speed.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro EV

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The liquid-cooled 64-kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery pack is replenished through plug-in charging and regenerative braking. kW onboard charger has three plug-in charging options which be controlled by an app to can set the day and time of recharging. Juicing up. 120V (Level 1) – 2.5 days to 100%.

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