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Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

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This means that in addition the power demand is more difficult to achieve with engine downsizing and transmission down-speeding alone. The WLTP is significantly more dynamic with faster acceleration rates. —Paul Bloore, product validation manager for CPT’s hybrid product group. Click to enlarge. The conference. Earlier post.).

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

Green Car Congress

The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. There are trucks and buses being converted commercially today. In fact, the optimized PHEV is much more efficient as a long range liquid fuel vehicle, because the engine is downsized. CTO Efficient Drivetrains Inc.

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