Video of the week: Killing a Toyota Hilux
This week, we introduce you a video where Jeremy Clarkson puts Toyota’s claim that their Hilux pick-up is virtually indestructible to the ultimate test.
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A two-speed eAxle on the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid
GKN, a supplier of automotive driveline components and systems, has produced the industry’s first two-speed eAxle. The technology has entered production on the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car. GKN Automotive CEO Andrew Reynolds-Smith said: “GKN’s customers aren’t just looking to make their next car more efficient; they want to create new driving experiences. Our
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Charging stations integrated in street lightning system
At EUROCITIES 2014 in Munich (5 to 8 November), where more than 500 delegates from European cities have come together to discuss innovative infrastructure projects, the BMW Group showcases a street lighting system that doubles as a charging station for electric vehicles. This system is the outcome of a pilot project dubbed Light and Charge.
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Smart actuation of a dual-clutch transmission
Getrag PowerShift transmissions combine the convenience of an automatic transmission with higher efficiency. One important aspect to meet improved efficiency is a low power demand for automatic actuation. Since 2009, the Getrag 6DCT250 with on-demand clutch and shift actuation has been produced in series. Compared to the first generation, its power consumption has been reduced
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Video of the week: Williams battery technology
This week Robert Llewellyn discovers more about Williams and the technology behind the 200 kW batteries that power the Formula E cars.
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