SEAT has today showcased a brand new plug-in hybrid prototype based on the new Leon, at the official closing event of the pioneering Cenit Verde research project that produced it. Called the SEAT Leon Verde, the prototype is the culmination of a four-year research project designed to facilitate the market introduction of an electric vehicle […]
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Formula E is hotting up with several recent announcements, the latest being the partnership between Spark Racing Technology (SPARK) and Williams Advanced Engineering. The press release reads; “PARIS (11 June, 2013) – Spark Racing Technology (SPARK) today confirmed a prestigious new partnership with Williams Advanced Engineering to design and assemble the batteries that will power
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The following technical report on the Mecedes-Benz hybrid explains the key features and technology as can be found in their latest hybrid car, the Mecedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid. The same engine from the E 250 CDI also features at the heart of the E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid, with a diesel electric powertrain combined to
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A new all-solid sulfur-based battery has been created and tested by scientists at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the US. While Lithium-Sulphur (Li-S) batteries are nothing new, this solid state form is a significant step forward as being cheaper, less flammable, and have four times the energy density when compared to
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Vice Mayor Ms Cheng Hong officially welcomes Formula E to Beijing as host city. BEIJING (June 1, 2013) – Vice Mayor Ms Cheng Hong today officially welcomed the FIA Formula E Championship to Beijing as one of 10 global cities to host the new fully-electric racing series, beginning in2014. In front of more than 400
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Tesla dramatically expands Supercharger network, delivery convenient, free long distance driving throughout U.S. and Canada. PALO ALTO, Calif.– Tesla Motors today announced significant expansion of the Tesla Supercharger network. Supercharging enables Tesla Model S drivers to travel long distances, for free, indefinitely. The expansion of the network builds upon the success of the Tesla Supercharger
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PSA Peugeot Citroën’s Hybrid Air technology wins Innovation Award at the 2013 Fleet World Honours Ground-breaking & revolutionary hybrid system delivers fuel economy in excess of 94mpg Citroën C3 VTi 82 showcased Hybrid Air technology at 2013 Geneva Motor Show The unique and revolutionary Hybrid Air system developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën in cooperation with the Bosch®
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Bangkok revealed as candidate city for FIA Formula E Championship. Formula E car makes first ever appearance in Asia BANGKOK (May 16, 2013) – Thailand’s capital Bangkok today joined the list of candidate cities bidding to host the new FIA Formula E Championship. The announcement came during a special event held to demonstrate the innovation
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Renault signs with Spark Racing Technology and Formula E Holdings as Technical Partner in the FIA Formula E Championship. Renault SAS, leader of Electric Vehicle and expert in motorsport, has signed on as official Technical Partner of Spark Racing Technology to supply the Formula E cars to be entered in the FIA Formula E Championship.
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LONDON (May 15, 2013) – TAG Heuer, the world’s number one manufacturer of luxury timepieces inspired by sport, has signed on as Official Timekeeper, Official Watch and Chronograph and Founding Partner of the FIA Formula E Championship. The agreement was signed at TAG Heuer’s headquarters in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland by Jean-Christophe Babin, President and CEO
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