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BMW Group makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction

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For the first time, these extend throughout the entire lifecycle: from the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase. CO 2 in the supply chain: significant reduction instead of big increase. As part of this process, the BMW Group is setting itself clear targets for CO 2 reduction up to 2030. For a fleet of around 2.5

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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In order to optimise fuel efficiency improvements in each vehicle type, automobile manufacturers need the flexibility to choose the most appropriate batteries from a technical and economic perspective. This electrical system is supplied by a 12V lead-based battery. This electrical system is supplied by a 12V lead-based battery.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

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In 1975, General Ernesto Geisel, then-president of Brazil, ordered the country’s gasoline supply mixed with 10% ethanol. The level was raised to 25% over the next five years, which was intended to maintain a constant Brazilian gasoline supply for an ever-increasing demand. Until fairly recently, these US motor vehicles were non-FFVs.

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“Energiewende” in a tank; Audi e-fuels targeting carbon-neutral driving with synthetic fuels from renewables, H2O and CO2; Swiss policy test case

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In June 2013, Audi commissioned a power-to-gas facility in the north German town of Werlte, thus becoming the first automobile manufacturer to develop a chain of sustainable energy sources. Customers can order a supply of Audi e-gas when purchasing their g-tron. Earlier post.) The Audi e-gas plant can convert 6MW of input power.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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When the vehicle is on the move all the cells are used equally to supply energy. The high-voltage system is designed to cope with accidents beyond the legal requirements, with the high-voltage battery including features that ensure its safe reaction even in situations such as this.

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Comedy CAFE Clowns Crack Me Up

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That’s a real bummer about your lack of money old Chucky, but I’m still laughing away at your karma, dude.

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