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Advanced Technology
Chevrolet Equinox  Fuel Cell and “Project Driveway “– the first meaningful market test of fuel cell electric vehicles
“PROJECT DRIVEWAY”
¶ More than 100 vehicles
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
¶ Image
U.S. deployments in:
–California
–New York
–Washington, D.C.
Technology leadership
Market leadership
¶ Learnings
Technology development
Market development
¶ Global deployments in Europe and
Asia
¶ Deployments begin Sept 07
¶ Target driver groups:
Organizational engagement
¶ Regulation compliance and
influence
Media, public officials,
celebrities/ influentials, U.S.
military, business part ners, and
mainstream drivers
ZEV credits
Demonstrate alternatives to
CAFE
¶ Comprehensive feedback on all
elements of customer experience
FEATURES:
¶ Visibly distinctive styling and
graphics
¶ Expected to meet Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
¶ Full functionality
FEATURES (Continued)
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¶ No interior compromises
¶ Full complement of safety features ¶
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¶ Freeze capable
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OnStar
Navigation with AM/ FM/ XM
Automatic HVAC
Driver Information System
Cruise Control
Power Locks/ Window/ Steering
Heated Seats
Roof Rail Airbags
ABS & Traction Control
Stabilitrak
Advanced Technology
General
Electronic Traction System
Vehicle Type
5 door, front-wheel-drive SUV
Type
3-phase asynchronous electric motor , FWD
Chassis
Independent MacPherson struts front,
independent, 4-link trailering arm, disc brakes
front and rear, friction brake blending to
maximize energy capture, electric power assist
steering
Power (kW)
73 Continuous, 94 Maximum
Torque (lb-ft , Nm)
236 / 320
Capacity
4 passengers
Dimensions
Performance
Acceleration (sec)
0 - 60 mph ; 0 – 100 km/h
12
Top Speed (mph ; km / h)
100 / 160
150 / 245 (2008 EPA adjusted composite)
800 / 363
Wheelbase (in/mm)
112.5 / 2858
Length (in/mm)
188.8 / 4796
Operating Range
(miles / km)
Width (in/mm)
71.4 / 1814
Payload (lb / kg)
Height (in/mm)
69.3 / 1760
Exterior
Curb Weight (lb / kg)
4431 / 2010
Colors
White and premium tri-coat Glacier Gold
Cargo Volume ( cu ft / L)
32.0 / 906.24
Styling
Differentiated front and rear fascia , exhaust
outlets, chrome accents and graphics
Wheel / Tire Size
P225/60R17 , 17 inch aluminum wheels
Fuel Storage System
Type
3 carbon fiber fuel tanks, compressed gas
Service pressure (psi/bar)
10,000 / 700
Storage Capacity (lb /kg)
9.24 / 4.2
Fuel Cell System
Power (kW)
Interior
Content
Premium cloth (leather free) seats and trim, 2
passenger rear bench with center console
Color & Styling
Glacier Gold theme with fabric & trim, unique
graphics and floor shifter graphics
Instrument Panel
kW meter , fuel energy display
93
Battery System
Type
Nickle metal hydride ; regenerative braking
Power (kW)
35 kW
Fuel Cell Propulsion System
Operating Life
2.5 years , 50,000 miles ; 80,000 km
Freeze capacity
Freeze capable without grid heater
Operating Temp (F/C)
+5 to +113 / -15 to +45