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Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid PHEV averages 4.4 l/100 km (53.4 mpg US) during test drives

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The performance partner which stores energy for the electric motor is a newly developed 384V Li-ion battery. kWh, it offers five times the storage capacity of the NiMH battery in the previous conventional hybrid model, yet it does not require any additional installation space. With a capacity of 9.4 Click to enlarge.

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BMW Provides Update on ActiveHybrid X6

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The world’s first V8 gasoline engine with two turbochargers and two catalytic converters in the V-section between the two rows of cylinders maintains its maximum output of 300 kW/407 hp from 5,500 – 6,400 rpm. Recuperation using energy released when applying the brakes. V8 with TwinPower Turbo Technology.

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ICCT: ongoing cost reductions in full- and mild-hybrid systems could bring them into consumer mainstream by 2025

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Although this minimizes the amount of redesign required, it requires a separate case, cooling system, oiling system, and clutch for the motor. It also compromises powertrain packaging. Installing the motor and other hybrid components inside the transmission will result in large cost reductions and packaging improvements.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Fisker $80,000 Karma series luxury 50-mile range series PHEV, S Sunset convertible version.Partnering with Quantum Technologies. 2010 Prius designed to be manufactured with NiMH or Lithium batteries. Several aftermarket companies and organizations have converted hundreds of Priuses -- see Where PHEVs Are.) GM Press Release ).

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