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Tula study shows electrified DSF for LDV mild hybrid diesels reduces CO2 emissions by up to 11%

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liter 4-cylinder 48-volt light commercial vehicle in challenging real-world conditions. When Tula’s software strategies were implemented, an additional 11% of CO2 was eliminated compared to industry-leading hybrid powertrains. The CO 2 reduction can be achieved at a cost of only €200 ($235 USD) per vehicle.

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Remembering Lithium-Ion Battery Pioneer John Goodenough

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His third, lithium iron phosphate, is now one of the most popular battery chemistries in the automotive industry. to 4 volts. The duo created a lithium-ion battery with lower voltage but also lower cost and greater safety. His second, lithium manganese oxide, is used in power tools, medical devices, and some electric vehicles.

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June 2023 – Tesla Model Y was overall bestseller in the UK

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Mild-hybrid diesel vehicles — with 48 volt batteries enabling regenerative-braking, and giving modest torque assistance — are now eating the lunch of diesel-only vehicles. The UK auto industry body, the SMMT , refers to this as “a gloomy economic landscape”. Diesel-only vehicles fell in volume by 22.2% share of the market.

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Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid

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Both engines have 48-volt mild hybrid electrification that adds up-to an additional 21 hp and 184 lb.-ft. The 48-volt system also improves fuel economy, especially on the highway. liter V6 and the assistance of the 48-volt mild hybrid moves the S500 zero-60 in 4.8 liter V8 that puts out 496 hp and 516 lb.-ft. inches long.

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CPT presenting two papers at SAE World Congress on SpeedStart and TIGERS for 48V mild hybrid systems

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Vehicle electrification and in particular mild hybridization of a conventional powertrain at 48V is a rapid growth area for the automotive industry. As a reduced cost concept, it aims to make more intelligent use of electrical energy to achieve the desired reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

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Cadillac to follow Chevy Volt’s lead

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Commenting on the vehicle’s introduction, Rebecca Lindland, the director of auto industry research at IHS Global Insight in Lexington, Massachusetts, said that Cadillac sales have fallen by 39.2

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Nissan Leaf – Taking Reservations

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Others include the Fisker Karma, the Aptera 2e, the Coda sedan, Chevy’s Volt and Tesla’s Model S. There are no tailpipe emissions, and the cost of the electricity to charge them is much cheaper than a tank of gasoline. But that also qualifies for a 50 percent tax credit, dropping the cost to $1,100.

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