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Tier 1 HELLA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for 48V mild hybrid vehicles

Green Car Congress

HELLA will conduct real-world vehicle tests to evaluate NiZn’s ability in meeting the high-power requirements of 48-volt mild hybrid systems, while substantially reducing overall system complexity and cost. The market for micro hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles is on track to grow nearly eightfold to 39 million vehicles in 2017, driving a $6.9-billion

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Alstom to supply two H3 hybrid shunting locomotives for Audi

Green Car Congress

Alstom will supply two H3 hybrid shunting locomotives for Audi’s freight transport. The three-axle H3 hybrid locomotive consumes up to 50% less fuel than conventional shunting locomotives and cuts pollutant emissions by up to 70%. The powertrain consists of a 350 kW diesel generator and a 350 kW NiCd battery.

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Electric bicycles classifications, history & development 

Electric Vehicles India

For this many countries are planning to ban all fossil-fueled vehicles in the coming years and promote the use and adoption of electric vehicles more and more. The power-assisted bicycle is a human-electric hybrid bicycle that assists the rider. Nickel-cadmium battery(NiCd). Power-assisted bicycles. Lead-acid battery.