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The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in series hybrid vehicle to be produced by General Motors, expected to be launched as a 2011 model with production currently slated to begin in 2010. The Volt's propulsion system will be based on GM's new E-Flex platform.
Unlike current commercially available hybrids, the actual propulsion of the Volt is accomplished by the electric motor, as the internal combustion engine (ICE) is not mechanically connected to the wheels. With fully charged batteries, this electric power may be sourced exclusively from its onboard lithium-ion batteries, for up to 40 miles (64 km), a distance capable of satisfying the daily commute of 75% of Americans, which averages around 33 miles (53 km).
After 40 miles (64 km), the range of the Volt will need to be extended through the use of a small 4-cylinder ICE which drives a 53 kW generator. The electrical power from the generator is then sent to either the electric motor or the batteries, depending on the state of charge (SOC) of the battery pack and the power demanded at the wheels. The distribution is controlled by the electronic control unit (ECU) of the vehicle. This effectively extends the Volt's potential range to as much as 640 miles (1,030 km) on a single tank of fuel (which could be potentially extended for longer trips through conventional refueling).
The Volt's 16 kWh lithium-ion battery pack can also be fully charged (technically ~85% SOC) by plugging the car into a 120-240VAC residential electrical outlet using the provided SAE J1772 compliant charging cord. No external charging station will be required.
(From Wikipedia)
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I spotted this scooter parked at the edge of the beach and I couldn't resist grabbing a shot of her. I didn't get to see the rider but it's pretty obvious that they love their wheels based on how clean and shiny is was. I think the contrast between the smooth shiny bike and the rough muted tones of the tree is what caught my attention.
Well it ain't much, but its not standard ; ) And its all ready to battle against the Belgium, Dutch and French of 1940.
From left to right:
Brückenleger IVb
Panzer IV Ausf.D
SdKfz 265 Panzerbefehlswagen
More photo's of the Brückenleger are on the way.
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We went in to Steppenwolf Born To Be Wild and sent him off with ACDC Highway To Hell.
Finding it hard to deal with never hearing his bike roar up our street again. It should have been his 57th Birthday today.
11th February 2020
I did photo shoots of several of his bikes.
He would have loved this send off.
So this is all my WW1 and WW2 vehicles.
Top shelf L-R:
German, StuG III Ausf G, StuG III Ausf A, StuG III Ausf A Camo, Sdkfz 251x2
American, Willys Jeep, M4A2 Sherman, M4A3E8 Sherman, M18 Hellcat, M36 Jackson, M10 Wolverine
Bottom Shelf:
Soviet: Bt-7 x2, SU-100, T-34/85, T-34/85 winter scheme, T-34/85 winter scheme (misses a few pieces still)
WW1: French Renault Ft17 in camo x2, British Mark I (with pieces to easy convert into Mark V
It has taken a few years to build all these, and some have been destroyed during the years. I am happy with most of them right now.
Please tell me what you think!
I.e if you fave, please leave a comment!
After a 4-year hiatus, I've rediscovered my love for LEGO. It's weird to see how many of my favorite builders are now inactive. If you guys know of any hot builders let me know, I've been out of the loop for so long.
Anyway, this build was inspired by Andrew Somers. I used his tire design and let me tell you, it was no easy task. I had no idea those balloon tires were so stiff.
Enjoy!