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Honda Recalls 2006-2007 Civic Hybrids To Replace DC-DC Converter

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Honda said yesterday it would recall 36,700 of its 2006 and 2007 Civic Hybrid models to replace a key component of the Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system. The part to be replaced is the DC-to-DC converter, which adjusts the voltage of power moved among different components of the hybrid system.

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DC Circuit court vacates 2012 cellulosic RFS standard, affirms 2012 advanced biofuel standard

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API had filed the lawsuit with the DC Circuit Court challenging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for what API called “unachievable” requirements for use of cellulosic biofuels in the 2012 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). of 100 million gallons in 2010, 250 million in 2011, and half a billion in 2012 (all in ethanol-equivalent gallons).

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PHEV version of new VW Tiguan to have electric range of up to 100 km

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million units sold since the launch in autumn 2007. In addition, AC charging will be faster in all eHybrid versions, and DC charging will also be possible as standard for the first time. The world premiere will take place in autumn, and the bestseller will be launched on the market in 2024. Like on the Volkswagen ID.

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Vayon acquires Mission Motor for electric powertrain technologies

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Founded in 2007, Mission originally aimed to build high-performance electric motorcycles, but later focused on being a supplier of electric vehicle components.

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My 2007 Dream Project

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

Electro Auto sent me a conversion manual for their earlier DC motor kit and I've been following the preparations in that booklet for when the kit shows up. I hope everyone had a great 2006 and I wish you all the best for 2007. I'm currently working with Craig Loughlin out at Camp914 to purchase a 1976 Porsche 914 for the conversion.

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Satellite study suggests California clean air regulations working to reduce PM2.5 emissions in state

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km-resolution MISR aerosol properties over Southern California for years 2001–2003, 2007–2009 and 2013–2015. Launched in December 1999 with a planned six-year mission life, MISR was built and is operated by JPL for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate in Washington, DC. Maps of 3-year averaged PM 2.5 Click to enlarge.

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Latest generation diesels power 36% of US commercial trucks

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established in 2007. Indiana, Tennessee and the District of Columbia have the highest percentage of new-generation Class 8 diesel trucks (IN 66%; TN 60%; DC 48%). grams per brake horsepower hour (g/BHP-hr.). This is in addition to particulate emissions levels of no more than 0.01 grams per brake horsepower hour (g/HP-hr.)

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