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A prototype plug-in hybrid retrofit kit is applied to a research vehicle’s rear wheels. After switching on the traction motors, the vehicle fueleconomy increased from 50–100%. Click to enlarge. The core of the system is a new wheel motor invented by Perry and Paul Martin III; four patents are pending.
Ford says that the Transit will achieve an average of 25% better fueleconomy and haul at least 300 pounds more than today’s E-Series. liter V6 with a compressed natural gas/liquid propane gas (CNG/LPG) prep kit. liter V6 is also engineered for optimal performance with E85 flex-fuel capability. liter V6, the same 3.5-liter
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) has estimated that fuel consumption and emissions of CO 2 from the world’s cars will roughly double between 2000 and 2050. Worldwide, cars currently account for close to half of the transport sector’s fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. litres per 100 km).
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REV, a Vancouver, Canada company that converts Ford fleet vehicles into highway capable battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles ( earlier post ), has become the first Hymotion plug-in conversion kit dealer in Canada. It is now offering the Hymotion L5 plug-in conversion system for Toyota Prius owners in BC.
ALTe’s Range Extended Electric Powertrain will replace standard V-8 engines, retrofitting into existing fleet vehicles as well as in glider applications of new vehicles to increase their fueleconomy by up to 200% and lower emissions. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).
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SDG&E tested the performance of two 2007-model Prius hybrids and then converted them into plug-in hybrids, using a Hymotion 5 kWh lithium-ion battery conversion kit. L/100km), achieved a 58% increase in gas mileage, a 37% decrease in carbon dioxide tailpipe emissions, and a 10% reduction in fuel costs. Earlier post.).
The company’s focus on mass production ensures that L3 autonomous trucks are sufficiently reliable for OEMs to produce and highly affordable for fleet operators to procure and operate, while its advanced technical features significantly increase driver safety and enable end-customers to receive goods at lower shipping costs.
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Some Can Improve FuelEconomy; Some Can Hurt. For example, you could help improve the fueleconomy of certain vehicles by making changes like changing the spark timing. Cold Air Intake Kits. A cold air intake kit helps by pulling more cold air into your engine, providing it with more oxygen.
The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fueleconomy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fueleconomy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fueleconomy.
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Aaron Cole, product communications specialist at Subaru told Clean fleet Report that “discontinuation of a manual transmission for the 2024 Impreza was more of a function of buyers’ preferences; very few opted for it in the (2023) Impreza. Note: Gone is the 5-speed manual that was available on the last generation Impreza Sport.)
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Pleasure on the Road Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive 313 miles around Southern California in a 2024 Ioniq 6 AWD where we averaged an impressive 4.2 Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. miles per kilowatt hour.
Potentials like aerodynamic body kits, wheel covers, side mirror design, and even underbody panels can all have an impact. Well, you’re using a bit less fuel to run the AC, but your car is less aerodynamic, which reduces fueleconomy. At higher speeds, the drag from open windows can significantly reduce fuel efficiency.
Vibration analysis of electric vehicle motors * Energy analysis of battery electric vehicles * Hybrid Electric Vehicles and optimal power splitting strategy for fueleconomy improvement. #29 Smart Charging Stations for EV parking fleet 2. I’m not sure if it would be helpful. 78 Electric vehicle charging station project.
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General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Plans "large demonstration fleet" late 2009. But I can tell you that this is a top priority program for GM, given the huge potential it offers for fuel-economy improvement." ( GM ).
It was a Manufacturing Failure, as GM NEVER planned to build the car in Volume, so No Economies of Scale were ever achieved. If you build a car as a "kit car" with no real factory, then yes, it will never be an economic success. GM is making strides increasing their cars fueleconomy. Posted by: Nick K. |
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