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Team led by CTE delivers 2 extended range hydrogen fuel cell utility vehicles to DoD

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A research team led by Atlanta-based. Initial testing has demonstrated the hydrogen views have a range of more than 300 miles, representing an increase by almost a factor of 10 compared to standard electric cart vehicles. Center for Transportation and the Environment.

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XALT Energy introduces Gen II NMC-G Li-ion cell with 223 Wh/kg; 47% greater energy density

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At the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) EXPO 2017 in Atlanta, XALT Energy introduced its first second-generation (Gen II) battery cell to its portfolio of lithium-ion cells.

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Meritor collaborating with Peterbilt on all-electric Class 8 trucks; selects UQM as supplier for e-axles

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Meritor will supply high-efficiency and lightweight axles, drivelines and brakes that maximize system efficiency, extend range and increase payload. After a successful development program, Meritor has chosen UQM as its strategic supplier for the 14Xe full electric axle system for the medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle market.

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Ford begins production of 2012 Focus Electric at Michigan Assembly, C-MAX models on deck

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Availability of the Focus Electric will expand in 2012 to the remaining 15 launch markets as production ramps up. The 19 launch markets also include Atlanta; Austin and Houston, Texas; Boston; Chicago; Denver; Detroit; Los Angeles; San Francisco; San Diego; New York; Orlando, Fla.; Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Portland, Ore.;

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ROUSH CleanTech develops propane autogas fuel system for the Ford E-350

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—Todd Mouw, vice president of sales and marketing for ROUSH CleanTech. In addition to transit shuttles, the propane-fueled Ford E-350 cutaway is well-suited for Type A school buses and delivery trucks in markets such as food and beverage and parcel. V10 2-valve engine. V10 2-valve engine.

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Navistar launches NEXT eMobility Solutions unit to focus on truck and bus electrification

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Navistar, a leading maker of commercial vehicles, has launched a new business unit, NEXT eMobility Solutions, to deliver customized electrification solutions in the truck and school bus markets. The International eMV Series concept is based on the production version of the diesel-powered International MV Series.

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President Obama Announces 48 Projects to Receive $2.4B in Grants for Next-Generation of Batteries and Electric Vehicles; To be Combined with $2.4B in Industry Cost-Share

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Production of lithium-ion cells, modules, and battery packs for industrial and agricultural vehicles and defense application markets. Increasing US capacity to manufacture hybrid systems for the commercial truck market. State of Colorado State of Georgia Fort Collins, CO Boulder, CO Atlanta, GA. Cells will be from LG Chem, Ltd.

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