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Metallic glass to improve performance of methanol fuel cells

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A group of researchers from Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU), Austria, Turkey, Switzerland, and the UK has developed a new metallic glass that is 85% more efficient in oxidizing methanol than its platinum-based analogs. Fuel cells based on methanol oxidation have potential for the motor and technical industries.

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Tesla launches its 2nd-cheapest, longest-range Model Y in select European countries

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In comparison, the base Model Y RWD is listed with a WLTP range of 455 km (282 miles), the Model Y Long Range Dual Motor All Wheel Drive (AWD) is listed with a WLTP range of 533 km (331 miles), and the Model Y Performance is listed with a WLTP range of 514 km (319 miles).

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SGL Carbon produces prototypes of fully integrated composite battery enclosures for NIO; battery swapping

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In comparison, the CFRP battery enclosure is around 40 percent lighter. Besides producing the bottom and cover plate, the SGL site in Ried, Austria, also assembled the individual components. Commercial battery enclosures for electric vehicles are mainly made of aluminum and steel.

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Europe Passenger Car Registrations Down 7.4% in April

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in comparison to January-April 2008. Of the largest markets, Germany registered the largest number of new cars (259,414 units) though new registrations declined the most (-31.7%) percentage-wise, followed by Italy (-15.7%), the Czech Republic (-13.2%), Poland (-11.9%) and Austria (-11.6%). in Austria to +12.9% Source: ACEA.

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Charged and umlaut continue partnership on 2021 EV Charging Infrastructure Benchmark

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In 2020, after performing a comparative study of network providers in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, umlaut adapted its testing methodology to the US market , where testing took place in EV hotspot California in early September 2020. Ionity secured victory among the CPOs in Austria, Switzerland and Belgium.

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Air pollutant emission 2010 limits exceeded in twelve EU Member States; road transport NOx a main factor

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For the first time, preliminary data recently reported to the EEA by Member States allow a comparison with the legally binding emission limits for 2010 set in the EU NEC Directive. In some instances the limits were exceeded by significant amounts. Jacqueline McGlade. The pollutant for which most exceedances were registered was NO x.

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EEA report: EVs are better for climate and air quality

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The result of the comparison is less favorable for electric cars when looking at the current impacts of their production on ecosystems and the toxicity of the materials involved. So far, only two EU Member States (Austria and Sweden) have reached the 10% target.

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