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Hyundai Motor Group signs MOU with SK On to secure EV battery supply for N America

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Hyundai Motor Group signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with SK On to secure a supply of EV batteries in North America. Under the MOU, both parties will cooperate to provide SK On batteries to the Group’s plants in the US after 2025 for the EV production. Further details on the cooperation will be revealed at a later stage.

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Honda announces next steps in preparation for EV production in US

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In October 2022, Honda announced that it would invest $700 million to retool several of its existing auto and powertrain plants to establish the new EV Hub in Ohio, to prepare for the production of battery electric vehicles in 2026. These EV batteries will power the EVs to be produced at MAP and ELP. Joint Venture EV Battery Plant.

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Honda targeting 100% BEV & FCEV sales in N America by 2040; new e:Architecture EVs coming in second half of this decade

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Honda last week announced key targets for sales of electrified vehicles in North America, with a plan to make battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles (BEVs and FCEVs) to represent 100% of its vehicle sales by 2040, progressing from sales of 40% by 2030 and 80% by 2035. Advanced Battery Technology. Fuel Cell Technology.

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The US’s largest solar panel maker is making a big impact on the US economy – in numbers

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By then, the company plans to ramp up its production to a whopping 14 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity across Alabama, Louisiana, and Ohio. Read more: The US’s largest solar panel maker is taking over a Peloton factory To limit power outages and make your home more resilient, consider going solar with a battery storage system.

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USDOT announces $84.9M through Lo-No program to expand advanced bus technologies

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These include hydrogen fuel cells, battery electric engines, and related infrastructure investments such as charging stations. Alabama A&M University. The Anaheim Transportation Network will receive funds to purchase advanced battery-electric buses. Fiscal Year 2019 Low or No-Emission (Low-No) Bus Program Projects.

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The US now has 1 DC fast charging station for every 15 gas stations

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Photo: By Wikideas1 – Own work, CC0, [link] DC fast charging station installation is gaining momentum in the US – Q1 2024 saw a 7.6% Missouri and Tennessee each cut the ribbon on 13 new stations, while Alabama got 11 new places to plug in. increase to nearly 8,200 total. Get started here. –

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The US’s largest solar panel maker is taking over a Peloton factory

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First Solar is investing over $2 billion in new factories in Alabama and Louisiana. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage , a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. Get started here. –ad*

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