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EPA finalizes greenhouse gas standards for LDVs MY 2023-2026

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CO 2 , Compared to the Proposal and 2012 and 2020 Rules, grams/mile, 2021-2026. EPA’s analysis shows manufacturers can comply with the final standards with modest increases in the numbers of electric vehicles entering the fleet. This incentive encourages manufacturers to accelerate introduction of zero and near-zero emissions vehicles.

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Magna forms e-powertrain joint venture in China with SAIC Motor subsidiary

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Both partners will give the JV full support to develop localized core competencies in terms of market development, R&D, advanced manufacturing and key parts supply such as gearboxes, inverter components and motors. Magna possesses the skills and experience to develop and manufacture electrified powertrains.

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Dow to produce advantaged materials for energy storage; initial focus on automotive

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The Dow Chemical Company is organizing a new business that will manufacture advantaged battery materials for the energy storage industry. Dow anticipates sales to begin in 2012. Dow’s capabilities and relationships span the value chain from material science to battery manufacture and key end use markets.

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Aleris to invest $350M to upgrade Kentucky aluminum rolling mill for anticipated growth in automotive demand

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We have partnered with customers in the premium automotive segment from our Duffel, Belgium facility for years to develop and produce some of the most technically advanced lightweight aluminum solutions available today.

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ARPA-E awards $130M to 66 “OPEN 2012” transformational energy technology projects

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) has selected 66 research projects to receive a total of $130 million in funding through its “OPEN 2012” program. Select projects in OPEN 2012 include: ARPA-E OPEN 2012 selections: Advanced Fuels. Additive Manufacturing of. Description.

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EPA and NHTSA Issue Notice of Intent to Develop New Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Economy Standards for Light-Duty Vehicle Model Years 2017-2025; Proposal Expected by 30 Sep 2011

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The more detailed analysis for the upcoming proposal will likely show that the industry average cost will be higher than this initial assessment, while individual manufacturer costs may be higher or lower, EPA noted. —Notice of Upcoming Joint Rulemaking. A common theme across the. —Notice of Upcoming Joint Rulemaking.

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Reaction Design introduces model fuel library resulting from work of Model Fuels Consortium

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The 20 Consortium members come from energy companies and engine manufacturers, with technical guidance from academic advisors. 2012, Reaction Design is continuing the research and assembly of the most complete and accurate fuel mechanisms available today through the Model Fuel Library subscription service.

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