Archive for the ‘Plug-in Hybrids’

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    Chrysler Launches Second Phase of PHEV Minivan Project
    The data-collection phase of Chrysler’s plug-in hybrid minivan project begins in earnest with the completion of the demonstration fleet’s deployment. Three plug-in hybrid-electric Chrysler Town & Country minivans went into service with the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), bringing to 25 the total number of such vehicles on American roads. The plug-in...
    by at April 27th, 2012 at 12:04 am
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    Audi A6 L e-tron Concept: Beijing Auto Show
    Audi is presenting its first luxury-class e-tron concept car – a technology study known as the Audi A6 L e-tron concept at 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The plug-in hybrid has a powerful drive system that enables a driving range of 80 km (49.71 miles) on pure electric power, and it was specifically designed to fulfill Chinese needs. The Audi A6 L e-tron concept is an important...
    by at April 23rd, 2012 at 05:04 am
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    Citroen Numero 9 Plug-in Hybrid Concept Revealed [video]
    This is the Citroen Numero 9 plug-in hybrid concept car, which makes its official debut at the Beijing Motor Show next week. The Citroen Numero 9 concept signals the styling cues of the next three DS line models: a C-segment premium sedan, an SUV and a D-segment executive saloon. The Numero 9 has a ‘shooting brake’ body style that combines elements of coupe and estate,...
    by at April 13th, 2012 at 02:04 am
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    Fisker Atlantic Concept: 2012 NY Auto Show
    Fisker has unveiled a design prototype of its second extended-range electric car that is now being called the Atlantic at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The Fisker Atlantic (formerly called Project Nina) is supposed to be Fisker’s mainstream entry into the automotive world, it’s a significantly smaller vehicle than the Karma, and targeted as a green alternative to cars...
    by at April 4th, 2012 at 01:04 am
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    BMW i8 Concept Spyder Revealed
    BMW has revealed the BMW i8 Concept Spyder, the third model in the automaker’s expanding ‘I’ range, ahead of cars debut at the Beijing Motor Show. Like its Coupe sibling, the emotionally charged BMW i8 Concept Spyder combines intelligent lightweight design with the leading-edge drivetrain technology eDrive, while its open-top two-seater construction delivers an even...
    by at April 1st, 2012 at 01:04 am
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    Vauxhall, British Gas Team Up for Ampera Fast-Charge Offer
    Vauxhall has announced a partnership with British Gas in which all owners of the Ampera plug-in hybrid will be offered with a fast-charge kit capable of reducing the charge time by around two hours. Vauxhall will offer all Ampera owners a British Gas Home Charging solution, which will include the installation of a home charge point, three year warranty on parts and labour,...
    by at March 28th, 2012 at 12:03 am
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    2012 Chevrolet Volt – Full Details
    Two years ago, Chevrolet Volt established an entirely new segment in the global automotive market –  it is a five-door, four-passenger car designed to provide the benefits of an electric vehicle without the range limitations associated with other electric vehicles. For 2012 Chevrolet Volt, consumers are able to choose from a total of seven option packages compared...
    by at March 25th, 2012 at 02:03 am
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    Porsche Panamera Plug-in Hybrid Set For 2014 Debut
    German luxury carmaker Porsche is planning to launch the plug-in hybrid version of the Panamera S Hybrid in 2014. The Panamera Plug-In Hybrid will be powered by a 380-hp direct-injected 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 and eight-speed automatic with a separating clutch that facilitates the gas engine to be stopped while the car is in motion. Motor Trend reports that between...
    by at March 20th, 2012 at 07:03 am
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    A123 Systems to Provide Battery Packs for New Geely Plug-in Hybrid
    A123 Systems has been selected to develop battery packs for a new Geely plug-in hybrid electric sedan. Under the terms of the development agreement, Advanced Traction Battery Systems (ATBS), A123′s co-owned Shanghai-based joint venture company, will supply 20Ah prismatic cells to ATBS for the production of complete lithium ion battery packs for Geely’s new...
    by at March 16th, 2012 at 07:03 am
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    GM Will Stop Making Chevrolet Volt for 5 Weeks
    Despite Chevrolet Volt sales increasing by around 70 percent compared to January’s low numbers, General Motors said it has enough supply and will shut down the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant for five weeks. At the end of February, GM’s Volt inventory rose to 6300 vehicles, enough to last more than 150 days at the current rate of sales. GM will stop making Chevrolet...
    by at March 5th, 2012 at 09:03 am
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