Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2022

The two motors of the BMW iX M60 operate on the principle of a current-energized synchronous machine. The M-specific design of the current-energized synchronous machine principle enables the electric motor of the BMW iX M60—especially in the case of the rear motor—to achieve an extremely high power density.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2022

Lilium, developer of an all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, is partnering with Honeywell and DENSO, who will co-develop and manufacture the Lilium Jet’s electric motor that will power the Lilium Jet’s engines. Lilium’s Procurement strategy is to engage with the technology providers with the most suitable expertise.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2016

Automobili Lamborghini celebrated the grand opening of its new Seattle-based carbon fiber research facility, the Advanced Composite Structures Laboratory (ACSL). Operating as an entity outside of the company's headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese, the ACSL is responsible for unlocking new potential in carbon fiber.

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Carbon Fiber Seattle Carbon Washington 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2011

General Motors and Teijin Limited., a leader in the carbon fiber and composites industry, will co-develop advanced carbon fiber composite technologies for potential high-volume use globally in GM cars, trucks and crossovers. This time factor has limited the use of carbon fiber in high-volume vehicles.

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Carbon Fiber Carbon GM Fuel Economy 249

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2023

The 1969 Bronco was customized from the ground up by Los Angeles-based Zero Labs Automotive , an automotive and industrial design, technology and engineering firm specializing in electric vehicle conversions. The vehicle can drive on either motor, or both to offer the choice of power or range in a depending on your driving conditions.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2015

Ford and DowAksa signed a joint development agreement (JDA) formally to advance research on cost-effective, high-volume manufacturing of automotive-grade carbon fiber, a material poised to play a significant role in the drive to make vehicles lighter. DowAksa is expanding on Aksa’s existing carbon fiber production assets.

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Carbon Fiber Carbon Ford Light 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

A team led by Local Motors is 3D-printing a full vehicle body over 44 hours during the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2014 and will follow it up with a first drive set to take place the morning of Saturday, 13 September. SABIC’s LNP STAT-KON carbon fiber-reinforced compound. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Motoring Motors Motor Carbon Fiber 303

Charged EVs

APRIL 12, 2023

In my very first article for Charged over 10 years ago, I opined that the Switched Reluctance Motor , or SRM, would eventually come to dominate the EV traction market, if for no other reason than the fact that it is almost as cheap as dirt to manufacture.

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Motoring Motors Motor DC 110

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Acting as a testbed for future technological evolution, this project can help bring excitement from the road to the race track, and also demonstrate Nissan’s expertise in transferring knowledge and technology from the race track to the road. —Juan Hoyos. Ariya Venture+ FWD. Ariya Evolve+ FWD. Ariya Premiere FWD.

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Nissan Concept Carbon Fiber Miles 417

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2010

will start supplying Toyota Motor Corp. FHI) with carbon fiber for car bodies later this year—the first use of carbon fiber for auto bodies mass-produced in Japan. Toyota reportedly will use carbon fiber for the hood and roof of the Lexus LFA, a luxury sports car to be produced starting in December.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 20, 2022

Renault Scénic Vision is zero emission in production and in use with a 75% smaller carbon footprint than a conventional battery electric vehicle. Renault Scenic Vision’s 160 kW electrically excited synchronous motor derives directly from Renault Megane E-TECH Electric’s motor and is made at the plant in Cléon.

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Hydrogen Carbon Concept Hybrid 482

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2021

Citroën is supplementing its range of electric LCVs with hydrogen technology to meet the needs of the 8% of companies required to make journeys of more than 300 km (186 miles) or lacking the time to recharge their vehicle during the day. While accommodating this new technology, it retains its useful volume and load capacity.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2014

The selected projects include 6 vehicle-related technologies and 2 hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, as well as new hydropower, heat pump, solar and manufacturing technologies. Selected vehicle and hydrogen technology projects are: FY 2014 SBIR Phase II vehicle projects. Pixelligent Technologies LLC. nGimat LLC.

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Exhaust Wind 2014 Motoring 261

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2010

has developed a new automotive carbon fiber material that is as easy to process as metal. The consortium will work with Toyota Motor Corp., Nissan Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co. to develop technology for mass-producing parts made from the material, which could make cars lighter. Nissan Motor Co.

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Carbon Fiber Carbon Mitsubishi Honda 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

By analyzing real-world data in a modeled virtual environment, MAHLE Powertrain will investigate a number of components such as traction motors and charger systems to arrive at the best possible configuration. A CAD-based study will also develop a concept that integrates the chosen traction motor and transmission into a new rear swing-arm.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2020

NPROXX was formed in 2018 in a split from EMS, a leading supplier of high-quality carbon fiber products and specialist manufacturing services. We are thrilled to combine Cummins’ expertise, innovation and commitment to customer success with NPROXX’s leading hydrogen storage technologies. NPROXX 500 bar type 4 pressure vessel.

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Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Fuel Gas 418

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 21, 2014

million in 14 cooperative agreements with small businesses and institutions of higher education to develop and to deploy efficient and environmentally friendly highway transportation technologies that will help reduce petroleum use in the United States. Technology. 24M Technologies, Inc. Lambda Technologies, Inc.

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Engine Carbon Fiber Fuel Battery 231

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) has selected five industry-led research and development projects to address key technical challenges associated with the application of lightweight materials to improve the energy efficiency of electric vehicles. General Motors. General Motors. General Motors.

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Carbon Fiber General Motors Vehicles Motoring 186

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

At the opening of Auto Guangzhou 2012, Shanghai General Motors launched its first localized new energy vehicle, the Sail SPRINGO EV. As a comparison, the new Chevrolet Spark EV uses a 100 kW motor with 542 N·m of torque. Also at the auto show, Shanghai GM Shanghai described its future “Green Drive Technology Strategy”.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 16, 2019

The British brand Morris is back with an all-electric, carbon-fiber vehicle. The Aptera three-wheeled car is back with in-wheel motor tech. A reconstituted Toyota concept points to future tech for Lexus, and Bosch borrows from airbag technology for a. And Tesla has returned to Germany’s Nürburgring.

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Aptera Carbon Fiber Concept Toyota 82

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2021

Prototypes of the BMW i Hydrogen NEXT will examine how effectively the CO 2 -free drive train, model-specific chassis technology and vehicle electronics systems work together under real-life conditions. Extensive field testing of these vehicles will provide practical experience in the use of this sustainable drive technology.

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BMW Hydrogen Production Carbon Fiber 482

Green Car Congress

APRIL 11, 2017

The Qoros Model K-EV will feature an individually powered, high-performance, all-wheel drive system, utilizing the same high performance electric drive-line technology also found in Koenigsegg’s Regera , the limited production plug-in hybrid supercar designed by the Swedish supercar manufacturer. The Koenigsegg Regera drive technology.

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Spark Powered

MAY 9, 2023

Get ready to ride the waves like never before with the Electric Powered Motorized Surfboard – the ultimate electric watercraft for thrill-seekers and water enthusiasts. The motor is powered by a high-capacity lithium battery, which provides up to 60 minutes of continuous run time.

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Teslarati

APRIL 18, 2024

Hyundai Motor Group plans to develop materials that enhance the performance of electric vehicles. The partnership will include developing carbon fiber-reinforced polymer parts that would improve the performance of EV batteries and motors. Hyundai Motor of America shared reported that its EV sales grew 100%.

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Hyundai Carbon Fiber Georgia Polymer 95

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

At IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich, Porsche is presenting the Mission R concept electric car that combines advanced technologies and sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing. The electric motor on the front axle produces up to 320 kW (435 PS) in race mode.

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Porsche Concept Cars Electric 417

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Subaru Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation, Mazda Motor Corporation, and Yamaha Motor Co., By repeatedly conducting verification tests in races, Mazda intends to increase the reliability of its technologies. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Exploring the use of hydrogen engines in two-wheeled and other vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2021

Jürgen Guldner, head of BMW Group Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology and Vehicle Projects. With the right conditions, hydrogen fuel cell technology has the potential to become another pillar in the BMW Group’s drive train portfolio for local CO 2-free mobility. With this, we are forging new paths for sustainable driving pleasure.

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BMW Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Store 418

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2015

Local Motors is 3D printing and assembling a Strati—the first 3D-printed car—live from the show floor at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The design was chosen in May 2014 from more than 200 submitted to Local Motors by the company’s online co-creation community after launching a call for entries.

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Motoring Motors Motor Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2020

For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating.

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Toyota Design Electric Vehicles Fuel 448

Green Car Congress

MAY 8, 2019

Teijin Limited announced that its Sereebo carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) has been selected by General Motors (GM) for use in select pickup box applications. Sereebo used for CarbonPro contains randomly-orientated, isotropic carbon fiber in a polyamide matrix resin. billion by 2030.

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Carbon Fiber GM Sierra GMC 207

Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2021

The BMW iX is the BMW Group’s new technology flagship, offering a new take on the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) concept. The figures relating to motor output and energy consumption for the BMW iX M60 are predicted values based on the car’s current stage of development.). BMW has launched the BMW i4 and BMW iX. Earlier post.)

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BMW Carbon Fiber All-Electric Energy 418

Baua Electric

JUNE 20, 2024

New Delhi: Automotive suspension systems are evolving in response to changing consumer demands and technological advancements. Automakers are also focusing on technological advancements to enhance energy efficiency through suspension systems. from 2023 to 2028, increasing from 208.3 million units in 2023 to 219.3 million units by 2028.Madhuchhanda

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Market Auto Carbon Fiber Asia 52

Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2017

million to 22 new cost-shared projects to accelerate the research of advanced battery, lightweight materials, engine emission control technologies, and energy efficient mobility systems (EEMS). The Department of Army will contribute an additional $1 million through the Advanced Vehicle Power Technology Alliance to support these projects.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2012

The Nikkei reported that Toyota Motor Corp. and BMW will expand their partnership, one aspect of which will be Toyota providing hybrid systems and fuel cell technology to BMW. Toyota already provides hybrid technologies to Mazda Motor. BMW has a track record of developing bodies made from carbon fiber.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Hyundai Motor unveiled the RN30 high-perfromance concept at the Paris Motor Show in September. The RN30, jointly developed by BASF and Hyundai Motor Company, combines key solutions from the chemical industry with purposeful aerodynamic design and specialized high-performance technologies.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2022

Pininfarina HAS re-interpreted the Apricale’s initial reference design to create a vision of the future of zero-emissions performance motoring. As the tanks have to withstand extremely high pressure (up to 700 bar or 700 times atmospheric pressure), they are very heavy, even when constructed with carbon fiber.

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Pininfarina Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Mariner 344

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

the core company of the Teijin Group’s carbon fibers and composites business, has developed a lightweight multi-material roof cover for a fuel-cell bus made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), aluminum and other lightweight engineering plastics. Toho Tenax Co., Toho Tenax collaborated with GH Craft Ltd.,

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