Capstone CMT-380 hybrid electric supercar
December 22nd, 2009 by admin
A company called Capstone Turbine shows at the LA Auto Show its CMT-380 prototype hybrid electric supercar which is boosted by the company’s microturbine technology. The car is powered by traditional batteries and an untraditional ultra low emission range extending microturbine. It does 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds, 150 mph top speed, and an unheard-of driving range of up to 500 miles on a single tank of fuel.
The CMT-380 features lithium-polymer battery cells that can be charged at home or at a public recharging station. It can can operate on 100 percent battery power in zero emissions mode for a range of up to 80 miles.
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2010 Nissan LEAF Electric Car Really Affordable
August 21st, 2009 by admin
Nissan introduces the LEAF, the world’s first affordable, zero emission electric car. The medium-sized LEAF seats five adults and offers a range of over 160km.
The Nissan LEAF is powered by laminated compact lithium-ion batteries, which generate power output of over 90kW, while its electric motor delivers 80kW power and 280Nm torque.
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