Cars That Think

JULY 30, 2023

Fifty years after the birth of the rechargeable lithium-ion battery, it’s easy to see its value. It’s used in billions of laptops, cellphones, power tools, and cars. Did Exxon invent the rechargeable lithium battery? The battery’s performance was also unprecedented: It was both rechargeable and very high in energy output.

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Lithium Ion Recharge Batteries Battery 93

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2018

Researchers at Australia’s RMIT University have demonstrated for the first time a working rechargeable “proton battery”. The rechargeable battery is environmentally friendly, and has the potential, with further development, to store more energy than currently-available lithium ion batteries. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

MAHLE Powertrain is presenting a new, prototype 48-volt battery with optimized battery cooling and cell chemistry to enable increased charge and discharge rates. Mild-hybrid vehicles need to recover energy efficiently and at a relatively high power during deceleration events. kWh storage capacity.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

Regular Hybrids Regular hybrids recharge their onboard nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion battery packs by reclaiming energy through a process called regenerative braking. This is accomplished by using a much larger, more powerful lithium-ion battery pack. A 220-volt home charging system cuts charging time by half or more.

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Nickel Metal Hydride Plug-in Plug Recharge 84

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2021

Jeep 4xe Charging Stations will be either directly connected to the power grid or use solar power to generate electricity. The Jeep 4xe Charging Network trailhead chargers will deliver Level 2 (240-volt) charging. With Level 2 charging, the 17 kWh battery pack in the Jeep Wrangler 4xe can be fully recharged in about two hours.

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Jeep Installation America Tax Credit 448

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 1, 2021

The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90 Recharge is an example of the second group. It has the expected power seats, which include side support, lumbar, memory and heat. While it shares the other models’ 2.0-liter

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Recharge Volvo PHEV MPG 79

Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2023

In addition to reinjecting electricity into the power grid, the bidirectional charger supports a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function for powering electrical appliances directly from the car. Mobilize V2G will also be available on future Renault electric vehicles.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 21, 2021

The modified van is equipped with a 220-volt battery to power onboard accessories, which can be recharged using a roof-mounted solar panel. The Nissan e-NV200 Winter Camper concept shows how an electric van can be converted into a home away from home. Inside, you get a refrigerator.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Battery maker Octillion Power Systems will supply advanced lithium-ion batteries to Brazilian manufacturer FNM (Fábrica Nacional de Mobilidades) for the production of 1,000 electric trucks for beverage maker Ambev. It features Octillion’s 650-volt battery and and Danfoss Editron’s drivetrains. Earlier post.).

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Supplies Brazil Batteries Battery 393

Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2010

GM announced that the first buyers of the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended-range capability will be eligible for one of 4,400 free home charging stations. The program will provide Volt owners with a 240-volt charge station from either ECOtality, Inc. or Coulomb Technologies.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Researchers at UC San Diego, with their colleagues at other institutions, have developed a new anode material that enables lithium-ion batteries to be safely recharged within minutes for thousands of cycles. volts versus a Li/Li + reference electrode. When people use it as a cathode they have to discharge the material to 1.5

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2021

In cooperation with its long-standing joint-venture partner FAW, Audi is currently building a completely new automotive plant specially for the future generation of electric-powered models on the basis of the new PPE technology platform. The future series version will be produced in Europe and China, and is intended for sales worldwide.

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The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The hybrid will feature an F1-inspired powertrain setup that recharges on the move and does not require plugging in. Power is expected to climb slightly, and some models will get a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, which will boost power and offer short coasting capabilities.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2022

The 2023 BMW 740i is powered by a thoroughly upgraded version of the iconic B58 3-liter TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder engine. Now dubbed B58TU2, the new Miller cycle six-cylinder features redesigned intake ports and combustion chambers, electronically controlled VANOS variable camshaft timing, and 48-volt mild hybrid technology.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2009

Elektromotive and The PluginCompany are working together to educate major businesses and legislators in Belgium and Luxembourg about the benefits of zero-emissions motoring and the need for compatible recharging infrastructures. The Elektrobay has a power output of 240 volts AC and 13 amps in the UK, or 230 volts AC and 16 amps in Europe.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Just as the original 1969 COPO Camaro models relied on creative engineering to make them successful in Stock Eliminator drag racing, the eCOPO breaks new ground with its unique motor and GM’s first 800-volt battery pack. —Russ O’Blenes. As GM advances its electrification leadership, a big step might just come from the drag strip.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2018

The new “EcoDynamics+” powertrain supplements acceleration with electric power from an additional 48-volt battery and extends combustion engine ‘off time’ using a new Mild-Hybrid Starter-Generator unit. kWh 48-volt lithium-ion battery and a new Mild-Hybrid Starter-Generator (MHSG).

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Teslarati

APRIL 9, 2021

Ford is reportedly dealing with some software issues that are affecting the charging capability of the 12-volt battery in the Mustang Mach-E. A recent report from the Verge shows that the Mach-E’s 12-volt battery is becoming defunct after its owner has charged the vehicle. Some may ask: How is this issue related to software.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 14, 2023

Tech: How to Troubleshoot Electrical Issues Tips for Diagnosing Power Issues in your Car This article may contain affiliate links. While the power source is indeed one of the most common sources of the problem, a car’s electrical system is much more omnipresent and all-encompassing than batteries alone.

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Electric Electrical Volt Recharge 80

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2010

OnStar’s Mobile Application will use a real-time data connection to interact with the Volt and perform tasks from setting the charge time to unlocking the doors. OnStar’s Mobile Application allows drivers to communicate with their Volt from Droid by Motorola; Apple iPhone; and Blackberry Storm smartphones. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2015

First, a 12-volt Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) or Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB), which will start the engine and supply power to accessories such as lights, navigation systems and radios. The Johnson Controls Advanced Start-Stop system solution has two batteries. liters per 100 km in 2015—a 27% improvement.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 7, 2023

second 0-60 mph time and can recharge at home in about 2.5 hours using 240-volt power. The SUV goes on sale later this year, bringing a 2.5-liter liter four-cylinder engine and hybrid system shared with the NX hybrid. The combo delivers a 35-mile all-electric driving range and a 6.2-second Full-time all-wheel drive is standard.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 30, 2022

With that in mind, here are some tips to help you plan charging stops and ensure that your EV stays powered for the duration of your trip. Level Two: the second level provides 208 to 240 volts of power, replenishing EVs at a rate of 12 to 80 miles per hour. Know the Types of Charging Stations. Charging station choices.

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Plug In Partners

SEPTEMBER 19, 2007

"Volvo Cars is introducing the Volvo ReCharge Concept , a plug-in hybrid with individual electric wheel motors and batteries that can be recharged via a regular electrical outlet for maximum environmental benefit. Volvo ReCharge Concept makes its debut in a specially designed Volvo C30 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

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Recharge Volvo Plug-in Plug 100

Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2017

For the four-cylinder engines they are based on the familiar 12-volt electrical system. The six-cylinder and eight-cylinder engines, as well as the W12 cylinder units, will receive a new 48-volt system generally serving as the main vehicle electric system. 48-volt vehicle electrical system. Earlier post.) TFSI engine.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Annual Energy Outlook 2012 (AEO2012) includes a High Technology Battery case that examines the potential impacts of significant breakthroughs in battery electric vehicle technology on the cost and price of all types of battery powered electric vehicles. Recharging times.

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Batteries Battery Gasoline-Electric Recharge 240

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2009

Moreover, our battery team is already starting work on new concepts that will further decrease the cost of the Volt battery pack quite substantially in a second-generation Volt pack. This will lead to even greater adoption of plug-ins and a new way forward for our industry.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 8, 2020

ENYAQ will offer a a choice of three battery sizes and five power variants, depending on requirements. In the entry-level versions, a rear motor drives the rear wheels; the more powerful versions feature a second electric motor at the front to transmit torque to the road even more efficiently.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

liter turbo engine that is mounted longitudinally at the front; this is the most powerful production four-cylinder in the world. The electric powertrain and the high-performance battery with 400 volts are AMG-exclusive, in-house developments. A two-speed electric motor positioned on the rear axle supports the 2.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2021

The resulting optimized weight distribution, the best possible utilization of torque and the very immediate power output promise driving dynamics at the highest level. The power of the electric motor is applied immediately with full torque, a characteristic of the design. Added to this are fast energy absorption and high power density.

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Mercedes Hybrid Batteries Battery 448

Green Car Congress

JULY 19, 2017

The 48 volt system establishes a third on-board power network. It fills the gap between the 12 volt network already established for decades and the high-voltage network required by electric vehicles. It is however not being replaced, but rather supplemented by the 48 volt network.

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Setec Powerr

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The word “hybrid” is of Greek origin and means “having two sources” As the name implies, a hybrid car gets its power from two different sources, so it has more than one drive system: an electric motor and an internal combustion engine. A hybrid’s gas engine tends to be meek and lack power.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Focus Electric is powered by a 23 kWh lithium-ion (li-ion) battery system (with cells from LG Chem/Compact Power) with an advanced active liquid cooling and heating system to precondition and regulate the temperature. Renewable energy collected by the solar panels directly feeds the energy-efficient microgrid, helping power the plant.

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Drive Electric

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. Safety systems in plug-in hybrid and electric cars automatically shut the power off and isolate the battery when a collision or short circuit is detected, lowering the likelihood of a fire. No matter how it is powered, the fire risk for any vehicle will never be zero.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2015

This placement in the front of the vehicle is convenient for charging from a power source on either side of the vehicle and the port is hidden when not in use. Recharging through a 120-volt outlet takes approximately 8 hours. Recharging through a 120-volt outlet takes approximately 8 hours.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2011

With RVC, the power that runs from the alternator to the battery is reduced from 14 volts to 12.8 volts under normal driving conditions. This allows the alternator to focus the power on the vehicle’s electrical loads and avoid charging the battery with current it doesn’t need. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2018

At the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, Porsche presented the Mission E Cross Turismo, a concept study of an electrically-powered “Cross-Utility Vehicle.” This performance is in addition to a continuous power level that allows for multiple launches in succession without losing performance. Earlier post.)

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