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Successful demonstration of FlexMethanol conversion of wind power to methanol

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In Germany, BSE Engineering and the Institute for Renewable Energy Systems at Stralsund University of Applied Sciences (IRES) have demonstrated the conversion of wind power into renewable methanol. The final results of the project with IRES will be available in line with the commissioning of the plants.

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Japanese demonstration project begins for commercialization of vessels equipped with high-power fuel cells

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Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK), and ENEOS Corporation announced that Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) has approved the companies’ participation in a demonstration project for the commercialization of high-power Fuel Cell (FC) vessels. Role of each company. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Background.

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CleanFUEL USA teams with Westport for propane autogas-powered 2016 Ford F-150

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to serve as a supplier for the Westport WiNG 2016 Ford 5.0L The Westport WiNG Power System will employ the CleanFUEL USA Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) technology. The F-150 includes Ford’s new propane gaseous-prep package, now available on model year 2016 vehicles. F-150 propane truck. The truck is equipped with a 5.0-liter

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ClearFlame’s genset technology progresses through phase one trials

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A power generator demo unit genset, relying on a first use of FuelAdaptive engine technologies patented by ClearFlame Engine Technologies, has successfully progressed through phase one trials. The trial was conducted by Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) in partnership with ClearFlame and Duke Energy. Earlier post.)

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Sales of Nissan e-POWER electrified vehicles in Japan surpasses 500,000-unit cumulative milestone

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Nissan announced that cumulative sales of vehicles with its e-POWER electrified powertrain ( earlier post ) surpassed 500,000 units at the end of March. The e-POWER system uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. e-POWER power train (for New Note).

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Nissan Serena’s e-POWER system named RJC Technology of the Year

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Nissan’s e-POWER electrified powertrain ( earlier post ), available in the Serena minivan ( earlier post ), has been named Technology of the Year for 2019 by the Automotive Researchers’ and Journalists’ Conference of Japan (RJC). Serena e-POWER. Fun and comfortable to drive, the Serena e-POWER has been a hit in Japan.

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Honda’s 2016 Pilot features more power, 9-speed option, new drivetrain capabilities

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Honda is enhancing its new third-generation MY2016 Pilot mid-size SUV with a new, more powerful direct-injected 3.5-liter 2016 Honda Pilot. Benefits include superior all-weather handling and neutral, accurate steering under power. The all-new, third generation 2016 Honda Pilot will go on sale this summer.