Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2013

GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Fuel Efficiency Lifecycle analysis Manufacturing'

GM 275

GM MPG Manufacturer 2017 275

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

Meritor will supply high-efficiency and lightweight axles, drivelines and brakes that maximize system efficiency, extend range and increase payload. Two 520 refuse haulers will be tested by Sacramento County and a waste hauler will operate one truck.

Peterbilt 170

Peterbilt All-Electric San Diego Los Angeles 170

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

There is less handling, lower cost capital equipment, no waste solvents, 90-95% yield, many fewer failure points, higher safety and flexibility to run different material formulations in a controlled and sealed environment. For consumer electronics, this could mean greater storage, faster charging or more power.

Canada 150

Canada Production Lithium Ion Batteries 150