Showing posts with label Hybrid Cars. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hybrid Cars. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Fisker Karma - First Vehicle with True Premium Plug-in Hybrid Electric

Fisker Karma Production Version
Fisker Karma Production Version

Fisker Automotive has released Fisker Karma production version will have its world debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. The Fisker Karma is a four-door, four-passenger vehicle that aims to become the world’s first true premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, mesmerizes with its elegant exterior design and plush interiors that meld traditional & timeless elements with contemporary styling.

The Fisker Karma production version wants to offer luxury, performance, comfort and sustainability all in one plug-in hybrid package.

The Fisker Karma production version develops 300 kW (403 hp/408 PS), has a top speed of 200 km/h (125 mph), and is able to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. all this is done with a 2.4L/100 km (100 mpg) fuel consumption and a 83g/km CO2 emissions level.

Fisker Karma Production Version Photos:

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Saturday, August 28, 2010

Porsche Cayenne Hybrid by speedART

SpeedART Porsche Cayenne Hybrid 
The German tuning firm at SpeedART has unveiled the latest customization program for the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid. Adding more power and improving the cars styling was essential, however doing all this without affecting the pure electric mode was a hefty task. The Porsche Cayenne Hybrid still kept its zero CO2 emissions and great fuel consumption thanks to the specialists at SpeedART. Under the hood, the car tuning company tweaked the 3.3-liter supercharged V6 hybrid engine to raise its numbers beyond the factory 333 horsepower.

Including the electric hybrid motor, the new Porsche Cayenne’s power output was increased from 380 hp to 450 hp. Resulting in a 0.5 quicker acceleration time and faster top speed by 10 km/h. At the track this Porsche was able to run from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and top out at 252 km/h.[Via]
Porsche Cayenne Hybrid by speedART Photos : 

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Friday, August 27, 2010

2011 Infiniti M35h - Steering And Brakes of the High Performance Luxury Sedan.

2011 Infiniti M35h
The Japanese Carmakers has been well 2011 Infiniti M35h model, the drivers called "hybrid. The2011 Infiniti M35h also carries two of the latest business technologies - an electro-hydraulic and braking system. The 2011 Infiniti M35h is the V6 petrol engine that runs on a 50 kW (68 hp) electric motor with a 7-speed automatic transmission with a.

The 2011 Infiniti M35h is with the new electrical system powered by Intelligent Brake, the braking force when the key is fitted while the hydraulic pressure control friction brake in order to maximize energy recovery hybrid pedal stops.

The new control system 2011 Infiniti M35h will provide both the natural feel and flow of the hydraulic steering and fuel efficiency of an electrical system.

2011 Infiniti M35h Photos:

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Infiniti Press Release:


The “driver’s hybrid” from Infiniti, the M35h, will introduce world-first steering and braking technologies when it goes on sale in the USA and Europe in 2011. The debut systems have been designed to deliver both environmental benefits and enhanced driving feel, reinforcing strengths already central to the Infiniti M35h with its innovative one motor/two clutch system. Like the drivetrain, which marries a charismatic V6 petrol engine with 50 kW (68 PS) electric motor built in to the 7-speed automatic transmission, simplicity was a key tenet in the development of the steering and brakes of the high performance luxury sedan.

The steering of the Infiniti M35h is an electro-hydraulic system with “on-demand” assistance. It offers the advantages of both types of steering – the natural and smooth feel of hydraulic power steering and the improved fuel efficiency of an electric system – while the motor cuts in only when the wheel is turned, further boosting efficiency. The system is smaller than traditional power steering set-ups, a feat achieved by integrating multiple parts. The brakes are similarly designed primarily to suit sports sedan buyers’ needs, but at the same time contributing to the lower carbon footprint of the M35h, low CO2 champion of Infiniti’s all-new M Line sedan line-up.

The engineers looked to the hybrid system itself for the solution. What they came up with – a way to use the vehicle’s electric drive motor to operate the brake cylinders – represents another world-first innovation for the Japanese brand. The system is called Electric Driven Intelligent Brake. When the driver steps on the brake pedal, the necessary braking force is maintained while the hydraulic pressure of the friction brake is controlled to help maximize the energy regeneration of the hybrid motor. Because of its simple structure, in which the motor directly operates the brake cylinders, the Electric Driven Intelligent Brake system has the potential to be a key part of all future Infiniti Direct Response Hybrid vehicles. The simplicity of these elegant mechanical solutions, with their emphasis on more compactness, lighter weight and fewer parts, is made possible by advanced computerized control.

Another benefit of both the new steering and braking systems is that they work with the innovative drivetrain to enhance the driving experience rather than dilute it in the manner of some hybrid vehicles. Designed to be fast and responsive with a strong sporting bias to the rear-wheel drive handling, the Infiniti M35h aims to deliver an exhilarating drive in all situations.

Central to this is its one motor/two clutch system. The first clutch is installed between the naturally-aspirated 3.5-litre V6 and the electric motor, which is embedded within the automatic transmission. The electronically controlled clutch allows the full decoupling of the V6 when the car is in electric drive and power regeneration modes. Decoupling the V6 reduces mechanical drag and boosts the efficiency of the electric motor. Aided by an exceptionally fast charge/discharge response from the lithium-ion battery pack, the result is a hybrid that’s electrically powered for more of the time, and at higher speeds, than conventional hybrids.

Yet when the driver demands it the Infiniti M35h responds like a true high performance machine, offering the linear acceleration and unsullied rear-drive handling of a true Infiniti ­– complete with all the charisma of one of the great V6 petrol engines. Like the 7-speed Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) automatic transmission that blips the throttle on downchanges, the new braking and steering technologies are integral to the M35h’s positioning as the hybrid to please the most demanding of drivers. Infiniti’s first hybrid, the M35h is the low CO2 star of the all-new M Line which also includes petrol and diesel models and which is the first M ever to be sold in all of Infiniti’s 34 world markets.

Among the Infiniti M’s many other claims to fame are the world-first Blind Spot Intervention (BSI), state-of-the-art Forest Air climate control and Active Noise Control, while comfort and luxury are taken care of with double-piston dampers and the availability of semi-aniline leather in the spacious cabin. M35h sales start in spring 2011, depending on market.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Ford Focus RS Hybrid - Powered By Electric Motor With High Torque

Ford Focus RS Hybrid
The next generation Ford Focus RS will be a hybrid. The Ford Focus RS hybrid is expected to be powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline turbo EcoBoost engine developed about 250 horsepower to the front wheels. The rear wheels of the Ford Focus RS Hybrid will be powered by an electric motor with a high torque output. This means the next generation Ford Focus RS Hybrid will also be all-wheel-drive.
Ford Focus RS Hybrid Cars

The name of the future Ford Focus RS hybrid is still undecided, but also opportunities XR, SVT and ST. Senior sources inside Ford have now begun to assemble a hybrid powertrain for the new Ford Focus RS.
However, the overall performance of future generation hybrid Ford Focus RS should be significantly higher than the current version. Another problem is that the Ford Focus RS is a hybrid battery engineers have had to find a place for her, and added to the weight of the car.
2011 Ford Focus RS Hybrid


Our sources believe the Ford Focus RS Hybrid will match the performance figures of the current RS500, but it will do it with less fuel and CO2 emissions. Another option for the Ford Focus RS hybrid drive is the device of the current Ford Fusion with a 2.5L engine and an electric motor which has used the development of a total of 191 horsepower. Of course, the engineers in the performance of this drive train prior to installation in the Ford Focus RS Hybrid. We'll have more details available on Ford Focus RS Hybrid.
Ford Focus RS Hybrid Photos
Ford Focus RS Hybrid Pictures

Ford Focus RS Hybrid Electric Cars

Monday, July 26, 2010

Honda CR-Z Hybrid - Test Video

Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe
Fifth Gear video presents a new test of the Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe, a car show which is being tested on a public road by Vicki Butler-Henderson. Honda CR-Z Hybrid is powered by a hybrid engine, which is driven and includes an electric motor and a gasoline engine of 1.5 liters. Honda CR-Z Hybrid is good for 124PS and 174Nm of torque, that's good enough for a Sunday afternoon drive around the country. Honda CR-Z hybrid has a very good 56.4mpg fuel consumption, so you have a long walk Sunday. At the same time is to protect the environment, such as Honda CR-Z emits only 117 g / km of CO2. The price of hybrid starts at £ 17,000.

Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe Test Video :