Tag Archives: Generator

Uwe Winter

Sophisticated efficiency II – always electric

Uwe Winter - June 17, 2011

The Ampera’s control technology automatically finds the optimal setting of the drive unit for every driving situation. The driver does not need to actively switch between the operating modes. Assume I want to drive to France on holiday in a … Continue reading →

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Uwe Winter

Sophisticated efficiency

Uwe Winter - June 1, 2011

As I already mentioned in my first blog post, I find the Ampera’s silent electric propulsion extremely appealing. The heart of the propulsion system is the electric motor with 111 kW/150 hp and maximum torque of 370 Nm. Also on … Continue reading →

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Frank Bernhardt

Polka dot jersey within reach

Frank Bernhardt - May 20, 2011

We enjoy the connecting stage from the test drives in the Aichelberg across the Fern Pass to Brenner in purring cars in magnificent weather. Even on the climb to the Brenner Pass on the South Tyrol side, the generator power … Continue reading →

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Frank Bernhardt

It can handle it all

Frank Bernhardt - April 26, 2011

Long inclines at high speeds on generator electricity – we wanted to test this driving condition on the road. The USA, where the Ampera team already checked off a lot of testing points, is out of the question for this. … Continue reading →

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