Dayco, Politecnico Strengthen Hybrid EV Research Partnership
The arrangement was made official on Feb. 21 in a ceremony at Dayco Europe in San Bernardo di Ivrea, Italy.
Valvoline Launches Its First Hybrid-Specific Motor Oil
Extending its commitment to develop products and services for vehicles of the future, Valvoline creates full synthetic motor oil specifically formulated for hybrid electric vehicles.
US Consumers Lag Far Behind Major Industrialized Countries In Embracing Electric/Hybrid Vehicles, According To Survey
The survey, which included 10,000 respondents across five countries – the U.S., China, France, Germany and the United Kingdom – looked at consumer attitudes and preferences on a number of issues currently facing the automotive industry.
XL’s Plug-In Hybrid Electric Drive System Named To TIME’s List Of 2019 Best Inventions
The XLP technology began shipping in volume to commercial, utility and municipal fleets throughout North America in 2019, installing onto standard Ford F-150 and F-250 pickup trucks to improve miles driven per gallon (MPG) by up to 50 percent while reducing emissions by one-third, according to the company.
Hyperformance Glass Products Unveils New Aftermarket Hybrid Windshield Featuring Corning Gorilla Glass
With the official opening of HGP’s facility in Shelby Charter Township, current Ford F-Series truck owners will now have the aftermarket option to upgrade their vehicle with a more durable and performance enhancing windshield. Several additional other vehicle applications are planned for release in 2020.
Here Come 48V Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Says IDTechEx Research
48V mild hybrid cars are appearing in great variety from small economy versions to a 2020 Ferrari. There will be more 48V pickup trucks and SUVs arriving. They prove to be an excellent and easy adaptation of existing designs to keep them legal in the face of tightening emissions regulations.
INDYCAR Announces Single-Source Hybrid System For 2022
The hybrid powertrain component, which can be activated by the driver from the cockpit, will mark the first time that the vehicles will depart from the traditional, manual handheld electric starters.
Allison Transmission Receives CARB Certification For MY 2019 Hybrid-Electric Propulsion System Paired With Cummins Engines
Originally issued by CARB in 2014, the dual Executive Order (EO) is required to be reviewed for renewed eligibility on a model year basis. The paired Allison electric hybrid-propulsion system and Cummins engine is used in both straight and articulated transit buses.
Transtar Expands Aftermarket Offering To Include Hybrid Drive Batteries
Transtar says its new line of direct replacement battery packs positions industry service centers to capture the growing hybrid market and shift demand away from OE dealers.
XL Launches Industry-First Plug-In Hybrid Electric Ford F-250 Pickup
The XLP F-250 truck will provide up to a 50 percent improvement in miles driven per gallon over conventional factory units, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 33 percent during normal operation.
