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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

GWM Australia has announced it has pulled the trigger on a raft of all-new vehicles to arrive in 2025 including at least two new advanced plug-in hybrids. The biggest news is those plug-in hybrids will power both the Haval H6GT and the beefy Cannon Alpha Hi4T ute (pictured above). With the battery exhausted, the 2.0L

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

For the uninformed, the question was: Does the battery need to be plugged in to a hybrid car charger ? Fast-forward about 10 years and a new type of hybrid came on the scene—the plug-in hybrid, and it does require plugging in to charge the onboard battery to maximize efficiency (without plugging in it functions like a normal hybrid).

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2017

Designed specifically to meet the needs of commercial fleets, the W-15 is believed to be the first plug-in, range-extended pickup truck built from the ground up by an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). 80-mile all-electric range. gasoline-powered range extender. 460 system horsepower (343 kW). Double cab.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The XC90, first introduced in 2002 and in more recent years modified as a hybrid and plug-in, comes in three variants: two mild hybrids, the B5 and B6, and a T8 PHEV. Volvo has emphasized that it’s one of the few plug-ins with a seven-seat option. kWh battery with 14.7 public charging plugs with the Volvo Cars app.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Mercedes-Benz Australia is hitting the brakes on PHEV – plug-in hybrid electric vehicle – sales. “There will be no plug-in hybrid GLCs,” said Mercedes-Benz Australia spokesman Jerry Stamoulis at the vehicle’s international media intro in Spain. The decision reflects weak demand for PHEVs in Australia.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2017

In Shanghai, Ford Motor Company outlined an ambitious vehicle electrification strategy for the China market, confirming two new electrified vehicles for China and a broad range of electrified vehicles by 2025. The Mondeo Energi, to be launched in early 2018, will be the first plug-in hybrid to be manufactured by the Changan Ford JV.

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MARCH 19, 2020

The result is immediacy in acceleration response at any speed, with direct access to available battery power at higher speeds. The new Sorento will also be available as a Plug-in Hybrid variant from late in 2020. The Sorento Hybrid will go on-sale in select European markets from launch, with others to follow later in 2020.

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EV Central

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The 2024 Range Rover Electric has been previewed ahead of its launch next year with the British 4X4 maker releasing pics and early details of its flagship SUV that will provide a more luxurious and expensive alternative to large battery-powered rivals like the Kia EV9. Not that the Range Rover Electric will neglect luxury.

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DECEMBER 11, 2017

The new Panamera plug-in hybrid models were launched on the European market in June 2017. The Panamera plug-in hybrids (Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive) have a purely electric range of up to 50 kilometers (31 miles). Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid. Earlier post.)

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NOVEMBER 22, 2016

an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of battery-electric vehicles, will present a working concept truck of the W-15 electric pickup work truck with range extender for fleet usage at the ACT EXPO Conference May 1-4, 2017 in Long Beach, CA. The W-15 will have an expected 80-mile range from its Panasonic cell Li-ion battery pack.

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JUNE 9, 2020

Toyota has launched the new model RAV4 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) through dealerships in Japan. It also achieves an all-electric driving range of 95 kilometers (59 miles), and a hybrid fuel economy of 22 km/L (51.7 The fifth generation RAV4 was released in April 2019.

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OCTOBER 11, 2012

Axeon will provide Li-ion packs to power two vehicles in this year’s 60-mile RAC (Royal Automobile Club) Future Car Challenge : the Jaguar XJ_e plug-in hybrid advanced research project and Emerald Automotive’s t-001 range-extended electric van. Jaguar’s XJ_e plug-in hybrid advanced research project uses a 12.3

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MAY 24, 2023

At Global Public Transport Summit (GPTS) 2023 from 4 to 7 June 2023, Daimler Buses will be showcasing the first series-production electric bus with fuel cell as a range extender: the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro fuel cell. The new, zero-emissions regular-service bus combines high range with high passenger capacity. Earlier post.)

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JANUARY 2, 2014

Ford Motor Company announced the C-MAX Solar Energi Concept, a sun-powered hybrid vehicle that can deliver the efficiency of a plug-in hybrid without depending on the electric grid for recharging. Internal Ford data suggest the sun could power up to 75% of all trips made by an average driver in a solar hybrid vehicle.

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MARCH 11, 2015

Audi will have a plug-in hybrid in every model series in the coming years as part of its efforts in efficiency and sustainability, said Prof. Plug-in hybrids, natural gas vehicles and battery-electric drive systems will have a key role to play in achieving CO 2 targets, Hackenberg said. New battery-electric SAV in 2018; >500 km.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

Balqon Corporation, a developer of electric drive system technology for commercial vehicles ( earlier post ), has entered into a Joint Development Agreement with Polar Power Inc. to develop a series plug-in hybrid system for Balqon’s line of heavy-duty electric trucks and buses. Polar Power Inc., Polar Power, Inc.

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APRIL 6, 2023

The all-new Kona is positioned as an upscaled multiplayer in the small SUV segment, led by an all-electric variant that offers advanced safety, convenience, and an electric range of 260 miles based on preliminary Hyundai internal estimates. Kona Electric, equipped with the 64.8

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FEBRUARY 28, 2017

(WKHS), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of battery-electric vehicles, received a Letter of Intent from Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA) for 500 W-15 Plug-In Electric Pickup trucks. The battery pack is integrated in the high-strength stainless steel chassis. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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JUNE 19, 2014

California-based US Hybrid Corporation has been awarded a contract by the Hawaii Center for Advanced Transportation Technologies (HCATT) for the design, integration and delivery of its H 2 Ride Fuel Cell Plug-In Shuttle Bus for operation by the County of Hawaii Mass Transit Agency’s (MTA) HELE-ON Big Island bus service. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The Kia Niro Hybrid has been on sale in the United States since early 2017, but at its launch, the brand promised a plug-in hybrid version would arrive by the end of this year as well. launch, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has now arrived in the United Kingdom with a 36-mile rated range on battery power alone on the optimistic NEDC.

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JULY 11, 2018

For the start of series production, plug-in charging is intended. To this end, the city bus has a connection for a Combo 2 plug. If opportunity charging is required to extend the range, there will also be an option to charge the eCitaro via a pantograph in future. Public funding supports development. million.

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MARCH 3, 2017

Workhorse Group has received a Letter of Intent from Clean Fuels Ohio to partner with Workhorse to help deploy 500 W-15 Plug-In Electric Pickup trucks throughout the state of Ohio. Workhorse has also received Letters of Intent from Duke Energy, Portland General Electric, the City of Orlando, and Southern California Public Power Authority.

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MARCH 9, 2012

The new Outlander with be outfitted with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain during FY2012. Mitsubishi Motors (MMC) will launch a plug-in hybrid version of its new Outlander (introduced at the current Geneva Motor Show) during the course of FY2012 (1 April 2012 to 31 March 2013). Click to enlarge.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Now an eight-year veteran on the Australian scene, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. A new generation of the pioneering mid-sizer has just launched, with 45 per cent larger battery (now 20kWh), a pure electric range of up to 84km (NEDC), all-wheel-drive and seating for up to seven.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

1 4WD low range ratio, heavy-duty Dana 44 axles and a new entry price point to the 2023 model year Wrangler 4xe lineup, which continues to be the best-selling plug-in hybrid in America. In this mode the powertrain will use battery power first, then add in propulsion from the 2.0-liter inches of ground clearance.

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APRIL 9, 2014

Together with its Chinese joint-venture partner FAW, Audi will launch a plug-in hybrid car for the Chinese market. The full-size sedan will offer a 50-kilometer (31-mile) all-electric range when operating solely under battery power and is to be produced within the joint venture by FAW-Volkswagen in Changchun in northern China.

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JANUARY 4, 2012

XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept. At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year.

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JANUARY 26, 2015

Symbio FCell has delivered the first five Renault Kangoo ZE Light commercial vehicles (LCVs) powered by its hydrogen Fuel Cell Range-Extender, as part of a full fleet project led by the Conseil Général de la Manche which will ultimately deploy 40 vehicles. These solutions can be integrated in a range of applications.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

President and CEO Takanobu Ito unveiled the Fit EV Concept electric vehicle and the platform for a mid-size plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The all-new plug-in hybrid platform showcases Honda’s next-generation, two-motor hybrid technology set to debut in 2012. The plug-in hybrid system.

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JUNE 20, 2013

Engine compartment of the CrossBlue Coupé plug-in hybrid shows the transverse-mounted 3.0L V6; DSG is to the right, with the power electronics unit mounted above it. The DQ 400 E hybrid transmission is also being applied in the upcoming Audi A3 plug-in hybrid. MQB plug-in hybrid powertrain with the DQ400e transmission.

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MAY 16, 2013

Porsche has introduced the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car, the first of six or more plug-in hybrids coming from the Volkswagen Group. Porsche had unveiled the concept version of the 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. The global warranty period for the traction battery is seven years.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Elements of Raser’s current series plug-in hybrid (extended range electric vehicle) drive system. Berg helped found Li-ion battery company Valence and has served on the board of directors since September 1991. In July, Raser said that it had a backlog of more than 10,000 soft orders for plug-in fleet vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2014

VTO is seeking projects that address the major challenges to developing and commercializing batteries for plug?in displayed in longer EV range, higher MPG and/or MPGe ratings). Electric drive components must be reliable and provide long vehicle service equal to or better than conventional petroleum powered vehicles.

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JUNE 13, 2016

Shortly, smart will be the only automaker worldwide to offer its entire model range both powered by internal combustion engines or operating on battery power. Mercedes-Benz will put the first fuel-cell-powered vehicle with plug-in technology into series production: the GLC F-CELL. billion euro.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 7, 2013

Not all plug-in electric cars rely on battery power alone; some also have gasoline engines as backups, for longer range or more power. Last year, we identified six plug-in hybrid vehicles on sale during 2013. Note that we''re lumping.'

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 29, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency has rated the new Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) at up to 108 MPGe city, 92 MPGe highway and 100 MPGe combined (2.2, Fusion Energi is the Ford brand’s fifth electrified vehicle to launch in the past year—and its second plug-in hybrid after the C-MAX Energi. Earlier post.)

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 29, 2021

Studies Show Loss of EV Range Depends on Temperature. Have you experienced a significant change in your EV range and wonder why that might be? Does the cold of winter and the heat of summer play a role in your battery’s life and efficiency? What is the optimal temperature for maximum range? Battery degradation.

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