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Volvo to unveil XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept at Detroit show; system targeted for US and China markets

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At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. To make the plug-in technology viable for buyers in the US and China, Volvo notes , it needs to feature a gasoline engine. Recharging time varies with the current. and Russia.

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Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

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Daimler will introduce the Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID—equipped with a V6 gasoline engine—into in the US market, and later in other countries such as Japan and China. motor alone until the battery needs recharging. This diesel hybrid will be available in the European market as a Saloon and Estate from the third quarter 2012.

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Peugeot presents its plug-in hybrid gasoline systems for 3008 and 508

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Peugeot is introducing gasoline plug-in hybrid systems for the Peugeot 3008 and 508 and 508 SW engines. The electric drive can reach 135km/h (84 mph) before the combustion engine takes over. As an engine brake, it also makes it possible to recharge the battery, when going downhill for example. Peugeot 3008 PHEV.

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New Honda Jazz to be sold across Europe with standard hybrid powertrain

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liter DOHC i-VTEC gasoline engine, a lithium-ion battery and an innovative fixed-gear transmission via an intelligent power control unit. seconds and on to a maximum speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). Engine Drive: the gasoline engine is connected directly to the wheels via a lock-up clutch. 100km (49 mpg US) (WLTP) on the Crosstar.

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Kia introduces Ray EV in Korea; 2,500 units to be produced in 2012 for use by government agencies

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liter gasoline powered Ray CUV, which went on sale in Korea last month. Although the Ray EV weighs 187 kg more than the gasoline model, the electric motor’s generous torque—167 N·m (123 lb-ft), an increase of 77%—ensures responsive performance. seconds), while top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph).

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Citroën to show Cactus concept with Hybrid Air powertrain

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Hybrid Air combines a PureTech gasoline engine, a compressed air energy storage unit, a hydraulic pump/motor unit and an automatic transmission with an epicyclic gear train. Maximum use of deceleration and braking energy will ensure efficient recharging of the compressed air unit. This mode is active up to 70 km/h (43 mph).

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Fisker reports more than $100M in revenue Jan-Apr 2012; more than $1B in funding since 2007

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The Karma features a 20 kWh rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack developed by A123 Systems, offering an ultra-wide State of Charge (SoC) operating window and providing a lifecycle of 10 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) under normal use. In Stealth mode, the Karma can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7.9

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