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DOE selects 3 hydrogen and fuel cell projects for transportation applications for SBIR/STTR awards

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The “H2USA” name was used before by DOE in a program that began in 2005 to develop hydrogen technology learning centers at universities within the State Technologies Advancement Collaborative (STAC) hydrogen project area.). Composite Technology Development, Inc. Composite Technology Development, Inc. Treadstone Technologies, Inc.

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Lifecycle results for Mercedes-Benz GLC F-CELL vary widely depending on the power and hydrogen source

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Mercedes-Benz has been conducting this environmental check regularly since 2005, starting with the S-Class at the time. Thanks to emission-free driving, electric vehicles can compensate for a large part of the additional CO 2 emissions in the production phase. Apart from electricity, it also runs on pure hydrogen.

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BMW boss argues hydrogen will be next big thing after electric cars

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Oliver Zipse, the chairman of BMW AG, seems to acknowledge that electric vehicles are inevitable. And in a recent set of comments, Zipse revealed that he believes hydrogen cars will be the “hippest thing to drive” after the electric vehicle age. However, he is also looking beyond the age of EVs.

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GM CEO outlines highlights of fuel economy plan through MY2016: lightweighting; more efficient gasoline and clean diesel engines, electrification

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The company is also aggressively investing in advanced materials, including nano steels, carbon fiber and resistance spot welding for aluminum structures. Natural gas as a vehicle fuel. Akerson also spoke briefly about the benefits of natural gas for vehicles, especially for commercial fleets and long-haul truckers.

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SAE World Congress panel highlights progress on H2 infrastructure and fuel cell vehicle commercialization

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Although the SAE World Congress has been running panel sessions on fuel cell vehicle commercialization since 2005, this year was the first in which three participating automakers—Toyota, Hyundai and Honda—had fuel cell vehicles that customers can buy now or within a year. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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Walmart showcases WAVE tractor-trailer at MATS; micro-turbine range extended electric vehicle with 45.5 kWh Li-ion pack

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The project aims to demonstrate a wide range of advanced technologies and designs Walmart is considering in an effort to improve the overall fuel efficiency of its fleet and lower the company’s carbon footprint. Hybrid Electric Mode: For maximum range, this mode runs the turbine continuously, only shutting down if the batteries run out.

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