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A Bosch Engineer Speeds Hybrid Race Cars to the Finish Line

Cars That Think

Engineers who support race teams also need to work at a breakneck pace to fix problems, and that’s something Aakhilesh Singhania relishes. He develops and supports electronic control systems for hybrid race cars, which feature combustion engines and battery-powered electric motors. That year, the U.S.-based

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

Green Car Congress

E-Power mode is the default operating mode at start-up, as long as the battery is sufficiently charged. In ideal conditions, the 918 Spyder can cover approximately 18 miles (29 km) on battery power. Race Hybrid. Race Hybrid is the mode for maximum performance and an especially sporty driving style.

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