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Hyperloop technology, initially proposed by Elon Musk in 2013 as an innovative means for intermediate-range or intercity travel, is now being developed by several companies. The report describes technologies and alternative designs that could help mitigate these grid-related issues imposed by the hyperloop system.

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Mercedes-Benz AG and Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc announced a new strategic technology agreement and an enhanced partnership. Access to these technologies will be granted in exchange for new shares in Aston Martin, issued in several stages over the next 3 years, up to a total value of £286 million (US$373 million).

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AUGUST 28, 2012

Statoil is stepping up its Arctic activities and will drill nine wells during a non-stop 2013 Norwegian Barents exploration campaign. The company plans to meet development challenges here by tripling its Arctic technology research budget. When we see a technology need, we try to fill the gap ourselves.

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JANUARY 20, 2014

First launched in selected European markets (The Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland) in October 2013, Mitsubishi’s Outlander PHEV (plug-in hybrid) ( earlier post ) collected more than 12,000 orders in these markets. Beyond this initial success, the car will be progressively launched in other European markets throughout 2014.

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DECEMBER 12, 2012

Paint)” process, a highly-functional painting technology that eliminates a middle coating process from a commonly used 4-coat/3-bake auto body painting process to realize a 3-coat/2-bake water-based painting process.

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The first to introduce 100% silicon anodes in lithium-ion batteries to the market in 2013, Amprius manufactures the highest energy density commercial batteries in the industry. This financing will further boost the development of new generation batteries based on Silicon Nanowire Anode technology.

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million premature deaths in China in 2013 due to PM 2.5. Their findings, presented in a paper in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology , are consistent with other estimates (1.37 million) in 2013. million) in 2013. Premature mortality (normalized to 2013 deaths) as a function of fractional reduction in PM 2.5

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FEBRUARY 14, 2014

increased its oil sands production 14% in 2013, from 89,736 barrels per day in 2013 to 102,500 bbls/day in 2013. The increase in production from the company’s oil sands operations in 2013 was largely driven by its Christina Lake project. By the end of 2013, Cenovus had rail capacity to transport 10,000 bbls/d of oil.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

The 2013 Honda Accord, due to go on sale in the US on 19 September, features the first use of a new Honda-developed catalyst which significantly reduces the precious metals required in catalysts for emissions aftertreatment. Furthermore, Honda established a new method to apply this technology to mass-production vehicles.

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JUNE 5, 2014

Polk and Company) in all 50 states and the District of Columbia through 31 December 2013, diesels represented 2.8% of the 252,714,696 passenger vehicles registered in the US in 2013; hybrids represented 1.1%. Fastest growth diesel cars and SUVS from 2012-2013 was in Illinois (+25.08%), followed by Arizona (+15.56%).

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DECEMBER 11, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the winners of the 2013 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Awards. In the small business category, Faraday Technology Inc. This technology will significantly reduce energy usage, water consumption, NO x and SO x emissions, and algae bloom. Cargill, Inc.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2013

2013 TS030 Hybrid. Toyota Racing begins the first full test of the 2013-specification TS030 Hybrid at Paul Ricard in southern France tomorrow. For this year we have achieved some incremental improvements while including some pre-testing of 2014 technologies. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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DECEMBER 7, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) released the 2013 Fuel Economy Guide. The 2013 models include efficient and low-emission vehicles in a variety of classes and sizes, but notable this year is the growing availability of hybrids and the increasing number of electric vehicles.

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These new powertrains are expected to be developed by combining Hyundai’s fuel cell systems with Cummins’ electric powertrain, battery, and control technologies. Hyundai Motor Company and Cummins Inc. —Thad Ewald, Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Cummins Inc.

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MARCH 20, 2013

Peterbilt Motors Company announced the availability of the new 2013 Cummins Westport ISX12 G natural gas engine. Available in August 2013, the new ISX12 G engine features spark ignition technology, a 3-way catalyst, and will be available with a maximum 400 horsepower (298 kW) and max torque ratings of up to 1,450 lb-ft (1,966 N·m).

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200mm installed semiconductor capacity and fab count, 2013 to 2024. The SEMI 200mm Fab Outlook Report , covering the 12 years from 2013 to 2024, also reveals that foundries will account for more than 50% of fab capacity worldwide this year, followed by analog at 19% and discrete/power at 12%. After climbing to $5.3 Source: SEMI.

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MAY 14, 2014

Start-up Power Japan Plus announced plans to commercialize a dual-carbon battery technology, which it calls the Ryden dual carbon battery. noted in their 2013 review of challenges and opportunities for the technology, the electrolyte in such a system thus not only acts as charge carrier, but also as the active material.

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Porsche AG has taken a 10% stake in the technology and electric sports car company Rimac Automobili. An innovative battery pack in technology and layout delivers 120 kWh energy and 1.4MW of power with exceptional thermal management allowing for two full laps of the Nürburgring at full power—with a negligible drop in performance.

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MAY 1, 2014

Cars sold in Europe in 2013 were collectively 4% more efficient than the year before, according to provisional data from the European Environment Agency (EEA). The average CO 2 emissions level of a new car sold in 2013 was 127 g CO 2 /km; the target for 2015 was 130 g/km. million new cars registered in the EU in 2013.

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On Tuesday, September 7, former Tesla executive Doug Field joined Ford as chief advanced technology and embedded system officer, effectively ending his time as Apple’s Vice President of Special Projects. The post Ford hired former Tesla, Apple exec to create next-generation vehicle technology and services appeared first on TESLARATI.

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DECEMBER 17, 2014

In December 2013, Lomiko reported on a successful conclusion to Phase I of its Graphene Supercapacitor Project which involved Graphene Laboratories and Stony Brook University. Graphene ESD has been formed to commercialize the technology and bring the graphene-based energy storage devices to market. Lomiko Metals Inc.,

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the first and only independent Japanese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, to develop business initiatives relating to marketing, research and development of new energy vehicles, financial technologies, battery banks, EV charging and battery-swapping operations and services in Japan.

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JUNE 26, 2012

The EPA has certified the 2013 Ford Taurus with the new 2.0-liter All three engine options for the 2013 model have now been certified at 25 mpg (9.41 The 2013 Taurus SHO (Super High Output) high-performance sport sedan continues to feature a 3.5-liter liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine at 32 mpg (7.35 L/100km) highway.

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In 2013, 87% of the world’s population lived in areas exceeding the World Health Organization (WHO) Air Quality Guideline of 10 μg/m 3 PM 2.5 annual average), according to a major international study published in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology. Between 1990 and 2013, global population-weighted PM 2.5

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JANUARY 29, 2014

Johnson Controls will partner with Lawrence Technological University (LTU) in Southfield, Mich. to identify and validate new energy storage technologies within the total vehicle system. Our partnership with LTU is an example of our commitment to developing new battery technologies. Wright joined LTU’s board of trustees in 2013.

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DECEMBER 12, 2014

Ioxus, a manufacturer of premium performance ultracapacitor technology for use in transportation, industrial and energy applications, has introduced high-temperature 1250 Farad (F) cells with Titan high-temperature technology. In 2013, a team from Rice University reported designing supercapacitor reliable at temperatures of up to 200

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

China is planning a 120 km test drive from Beijing to Tianjin for autonomous vehicles in 2013, according to the National Natural Science Foundation. The vehicles are designed to perceive their environment, process it and respond accordingly with the help of GPS, ultrasonic radar and a variety of sensors.

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The industrial complex has produced more than 5 million cars to date and has won numerous international awards, including in 2013 with World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Gold certification. The plant has since made significant upgrades for new technology and greater electrification.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

The US Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice advising potential applicants that the Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy intends to issue, on behalf of the Vehicle Technologies Office, a Funding Opportunity Announcement (DE-FOA-0000988) entitled Vehicle Technologies Incubator.

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JANUARY 13, 2013

PwC’s automotive analyst group, Autofacts, expects 2013 global light vehicle assembly will exceed 83 million units, an increase of 5.1% While there continues to be fluctuation below the topline, the region as a whole is expected to see a further, albeit slower, decline in 2013. million units in 2013, up from 14.4

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JUNE 13, 2012

For the 2013 model year, the Buick Verano (introduced in 2011), is offering buyers an Ecotec 2.0L Its closest competitor, the 2013 Acura ILX 2.4L, offers a peak of 170 lb-ft of torque, according to GM. The standard 2013 Regal four-cylinder engine also is equipped with eAssist. Acceleration from 0-60 mph is an estimated 6.2

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NOVEMBER 23, 2014

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BTO) has updated its Multi-Year Program Plan (MYPP), which delineates the goals and structure of the office. BTO is one of the 10 technology development offices within the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) at DOE. BETO high-level schedule.

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OCTOBER 4, 2012

is pricing the 2013 Jetta Hybrid starting at $24,995 and ranging up to $31,180 for the Hybrid SEL Premium. The 2013 Jetta Hybrid model range includes: Hybrid (available by order only). The 2013 Jetta Hybrid SE starts at $26,990. Volkswagen of America, Inc. Earlier post.) Powered by a new 1.4-liter

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APRIL 3, 2013

Ford was the first automaker to implement the 3-Wet high-solids solvent-borne technology in 2007; it now has eight plants in North America, Asia Pacific and Europe equipped to use the process to paint vehicles. The technology will be in place in 12 plants in 2013 then expand to additional facilities worldwide over the next four years.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2012

President Obama’s FY 2013 budget seeks $650.8 The research and development (R&D) portfolio is designed to ensure the ability to use abundant domestic fossil resources through the development of technologies with a specific focus on significant reductions of global carbon emissions at acceptable cost. The FY 2013 budget requests $95.5

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Honda has been developing hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technology for many years and plans to launch a new hydrogen vehicle using this technology. In addition to developing its fuel cell technology, since 2013, Honda has been collaborating with General Motors to develop fuel cell systems and hydrogen storage technology.

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MARCH 5, 2013

From 2013-2015, Ford of Europe will increase total EcoBoost gasoline engine production by 35%. EcoBoost technology combines direct fuel injection, turbocharging and variable valve timing to enable a downsized engine to reduce consumption by up to 20% over larger engines. liter three-cylinder and the 1.6- liter four-cylinder variants.

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