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Volkswagen Group and Tata Motors Ltd. to explore strategic alliance for joint development projects; ŠKODA to lead

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This is in alignment with Tata Motors efforts to make itself ‘FutuReady’ by embracing new technologies, fostering higher platform efficiency and offering solutions that connect with the aspirations of our customers. Among them is Jaguar Land Rover, the business comprising the two iconic British brands. billion in 2015-16.

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Ricardo Introduces Kinergy Flywheel Energy Storage System; FLYBUS and KinerStor

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The demonstration project will focus initially on installing an existing Torotrak CVT and Ricardo supplied flywheel in the Optare Solo bus, connecting the mechanical hybrid system directly to the Allison automatic transmission already fitted to the vehicle as standard equipment. The Technology Strategy Board is to provide £0.5 million (US$0.83