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Chevy Volt Delivers Novel Two-Motor, Four-Mode Extended Range Electric Drive System; Seamless Driver Experience Plus Efficiency

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The Volt drive unit combines two motors and three clutches to deliver four distinct operating modes to maximize efficiency and provide a seamless driving experience. The Volt could also be called a plug-in series hybrid, depending upon your taxonomic preference.). by Mike Millikin and Jack Rosebro. Click to enlarge. HVAC), and weather.

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Honda unveils Fit EV concept and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform at Los Angeles Auto Show

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The high-density motor is derived from the FCX Clarity fuel cell electric vehicle; the Fit EV will have a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h). Battery recharging can be accomplished in less than 12 hours when using a conventional 120-volt outlet, and less than six hours when using a 240-volt outlet. The plug-in hybrid system.

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VW premieres Jetta Hybrid and E-Bugster concept with Combined Charging System; Blue-e-Motion electric drives to go into production units as early as 2013

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Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes 10.9 Equipped with a quick charging function, the E-Bugster battery can be recharged within 35 minutes at suitable charging stations. At home, the battery of the E-Bugster can also be charged from the 120-Volt outlets that are usual in America (or from 230-Volt outlets in Europe).

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GM Volts Ahead

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Here is part of the story from the Flint Journal Detroit shocker: GM unveils plug-in hybrid - and plans to build it The Flint Journal Sunday, January 07, 2007 By Todd Seibttseibt DETROIT - General Motors unveils a shocking concept car today: the Chevrolet VOLT. The Chevy Volt. Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes 8 to 8.5

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Next-gen Chevy Volt EREV is more efficient, with 50-mile electric range

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The new Chevy Volt has a decidedly more sculpted look than its predecessor. Chevrolet unveiled the second-generation Volt extended range EV at the North American International Auto Show. The 2016 Volt goes on sale in the second half of 2015. Two-motor design enables 19 percent stronger zero-to-30 mph acceleration.

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Audi introduces A7 Sportback 55 TFSI e quattro PHEV

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mph) in electric-only mode, making emissions-free highway driving easy. mph) in electric-only mode, making emissions-free highway driving easy. kWh of energy at a rated voltage of 381 volts beneath the luggage compartment floor. Convenient recharging is also possible on the road. The vehicle charges with a maximum of 7.4

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GM Extends EV Development with S. Korean Demo Fleet of Battery-Electric Chevrolet Cruzes; LG Chem Batteries, LG Electronics Propulsion Systems

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On a standard household 220-volt outlet, the Cruze EV can be fully recharged in 8 to 10 hours. Since 2008, GM has been working with LG Chem, which is the exclusive supplier of battery cells for the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range. The Volt enters the US market later this year.

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