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− | Chevy has announced their next generation EV/[[PHEV]] named the '''Volt''' which will use their new E-Flex Series Hybrid propulsion system and be based on the | + | Chevy has announced their next generation EV/[[PHEV]] named the '''Volt''' which will use their new E-Flex Series Hybrid propulsion system and be based on the Cobalt chassis. |
− | The E-Flex system is designed to integrate into their next | + | The E-Flex system is designed to integrate into their next generation of vehicle platforms due in 2009, and capable of using bio-ethanol, bio-diesel, or HFC technology for the electric generator. |
The genset in the current Volt concept uses a turbocharged 1-liter, 3-cylinder engine coupled to a 53 kW generator which is capable of maintaining 100mph or delivering about 50mpg at more moderate speeds. | The genset in the current Volt concept uses a turbocharged 1-liter, 3-cylinder engine coupled to a 53 kW generator which is capable of maintaining 100mph or delivering about 50mpg at more moderate speeds. | ||
− | The Volt will be a front wheel drive pushed by a 120 kW (160 HP) motor that develops 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque, for a top speed of | + | The Volt will be a front wheel drive pushed by a 120 kW (160 HP) motor that develops 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque, for a top speed of 120mph and acceleration from 0-60mph in about 8.5 seconds. |
− | With it's 16 kWh [[Li]]-ion battery pack the Volt will have 40 miles of EV-only range and recharge in about 6 hours at home from a | + | With it's 16 kWh [[Li]]-ion battery pack the Volt will have 40 miles of EV-only range and recharge in about 6 hours at home from a 120vac 15A outlet. |
The batteries are expected to be kept within a 30% to 80% window much like current hybrids. | The batteries are expected to be kept within a 30% to 80% window much like current hybrids. | ||
GM is working with battery makers Cobasys/A123Systems and Johnson Controls/Saft to develop these batteries. | GM is working with battery makers Cobasys/A123Systems and Johnson Controls/Saft to develop these batteries. |
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Chevy has announced their next generation EV/PHEV named the Volt which will use their new E-Flex Series Hybrid propulsion system and be based on the Cobalt chassis. The E-Flex system is designed to integrate into their next generation of vehicle platforms due in 2009, and capable of using bio-ethanol, bio-diesel, or HFC technology for the electric generator. The genset in the current Volt concept uses a turbocharged 1-liter, 3-cylinder engine coupled to a 53 kW generator which is capable of maintaining 100mph or delivering about 50mpg at more moderate speeds. The Volt will be a front wheel drive pushed by a 120 kW (160 HP) motor that develops 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque, for a top speed of 120mph and acceleration from 0-60mph in about 8.5 seconds. With it's 16 kWh Li-ion battery pack the Volt will have 40 miles of EV-only range and recharge in about 6 hours at home from a 120vac 15A outlet. The batteries are expected to be kept within a 30% to 80% window much like current hybrids. GM is working with battery makers Cobasys/A123Systems and Johnson Controls/Saft to develop these batteries. The batteries are arranged in a spine down the center of the car's floor much like the GM EV1. With it's twin 6 gallon gas tanks and a full charge the Volt should have a 640 mile range at 70mph consuming about 12.8 gal.
News
- 2007.01.07 - 16 Points about GM's Long-Awaited Breakthrough PHEVs
- 2007.01.06 - London Times/Times/Detroit News/LA Times/Wired/GreenCarCongress on
- 2007.01.07 - GM unveils electric car
- 2007.01.06 - Volt takes full-electric car concept to next level
- 2007.01.07 - All the Technology Needed for 100 M.P.G. (Batteries Not Included)
- 2007.01.06 - Return trip for electric vehicles Carmakers are set to unveil plans this week. A GM model owes much to the pioneering EV1.
- 2007.01.06 - Chevy Volt Redefines EV
- 2007.01.07 - GM Introduces E-Flex Electric Vehicle System; Chevrolet Volt the First Application