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General Motors is preparing to launch two more extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), CEO Dan Akerson told reporters on the sidelines of the 2011 Automotive News World Congress. Detroit Free Press.
billion in grants to US-based manufacturers to produce batteries and their components and to expand battery recycling capacity; $500 million in grants to US-based manufacturers to produce electric drive components for vehicles, including electric motors, power electronics, and other drive train components; and. General Motors Corporation.
Among the highlights of the brief summaries was the conclusion that while the Chevy Volt extendedrange electric vehicle holds promise, “ it will likely be too expensive to be commercially successful in the short-term. ”. The Volt is an extendedrange electric vehicle—i.e.,
The Ramcharger is whats known as an extended-range electric vehicle, or EREV. When the battery runs down below a preset level, the gasoline engine kicks in and generates 130 kilowatts of electricity to the battery, which continues to feed the permanent-magnet motors that propel the car. are also getting into the game.
Tomorrow at the Beijing Motor Show, General Motors will unveil its a concept car that likely shows what will be its second unique model of the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle.
The electric SUV will be available in two versions: A single-motorextendedrange and a twin-motor performance model. Volvo EX30 (Source: Volvo Cars) The extendedrange version includes up to 275 miles of range. It even launched its first electric minivan in China (EM90).
Subscribe Green News Events Manufacturers Region New Cars Used Cars Filed under: EV/Plug-in , Chrysler Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service by Sam Abuelsamid on Apr 22nd 2009 at 10:05AM Chrysler U.S. The extended-range version will be focused on retail customers. Postal Service.
In China, Volvo is also launching its first electric minivan , the EM90. The EV minivan features a “Scandinavian living room” and up to 450 mi CLTC range. The electric SUV will be available in two powertrains: Single MotorExtendedRange and Twin Motor Performance.
Priced at over RMB 560,000 ($77,800), Li Auto expects the luxury minivan to be a top seller in its segment, contributing to its target of 800,000 vehicles sold this year. Until recently, Li Auto’s pipeline consisted of extended-range EVs that still utilize small combustion engines. Not bad for a glorified minivan.
It will be available in a single-motorextendedrange and a motor performance model. The extendedrange boasts up to 275 miles range, while the Performance is Volvo’s quickest EV, with a 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.4 Volvo is also launching its first luxury electric minivan, the EM90 , in China.
It will be available in a single-motorextendedrange and twin-motor performance version. The extended-range model will feature up to 275 miles driving range. Meanwhile, the performance includes up to 265 miles range but packs 422 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque for a 3.4s 0 to 60 mph sprint.
Instant torque delivery from the Sierra EV’s dual-motor system meant we didn’t lose momentum up the hills, while the air suspension kept us feeling even-keeled. miles per kwh according to the Sierra EV’s trip computer—suggesting we might still see 390 miles of range or more in this type of driving. seconds (or better, it seems).
But it does have the same electric motor and lithium-ion battery system that will power the five-passenger compact car that Nissan plans to roll out. Postal Service with a fleet of 250 all-electric Chrysler Town & Country minivans in Michigan, North Carolina and the New York City area beginning later this year. No gasoline.
Chryslers first electric car, set to be introduced late next year around the same time as General Motors Chevrolet Volt, will be a sports car with a zero-to-60 time of under five seconds and a top speed of 120 miles per hour. Power will come from a 200 kilowatt, or 268 horsepower, electric motor.
General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extendedrange electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Volvo Ford-owned company exploring PHEVs "ReCharge" flex-fuel series 60-mile concept PHEV w/wheel motors. BYD also developed the motors and software for the system.
For extendedrange I guess one could carry a fairly modest generator set in the trunk to avoid ever being stranded. Motor Trend Magazine has extensive coverage of all cars online including road tests, free videos, buying guides, etc. my idea is that it would work the way propane tanks work now.
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