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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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The groups also called on the European Commission to propose replacing the directive with a regulation as it would help harmonize re-charging standards, payment methods for consumers, tariff transparency, maintenance, and other issues across the EU common market.

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Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

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Furthermore, the vehicle maintenance model has been improved and among other points, now considers urea usage for diesel-powertrains. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), in 2022, 9.3 tonnes of additional greenhouse gas emissions and 5.7 MWh of extra energy used. were battery electric.

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TWAICE and pepper partner for full battery transparency in retrofitted commercial vehicles

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The battery analytics software allows the condition of vehicle batteries to be estimated and predicted in the field, long-term battery performance to be analyzed, maintenance to be predicted, warranty commitments to be adjusted, and a realistic residual value to be determined. It can also provide drivers with targeted usage recommendations.

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Tata Elxsi develops electronic control unit for Subaru hybrid

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compliant Gateway ECU (Electronic Control Unit) for Subaru, the automobile manufacturing division of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. In an on-going relationship, Tata Elxsi continues to support Subaru with software maintenance of the ECU and development of multiple variants of the Gateway ECU.

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Hyundai Motor Group invests $300M in India’s largest mobility service provider Ola

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As part of the strategic collaboration, the companies have agreed to co-create solutions to operate and manage fleet vehicles, marking the Group’s first foray into the industry, as they expand operations from automobile manufacturing and sales to total fleet solutions.

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Mitsubishi Electric showcasing 3D Advanced Mobile Mapping System at CES 2017

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Its improved portability will also facilitate periodic maintenance and inspection. This company consists of Japanese leading survey and mapping companies as well as all major Japanese automobile manufacturers. The previous model required various equipment to be set up inside the vehicle.

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Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi and 6 other Japanese companies to establish organization for membership-based EV quick charging services

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Membership fees will pay a portion of the installation and maintenance costs incurred by quick-charger owners, helping to promote the development of quick-charger infrastructure. The organization plans to start such services in fiscal year 2012. Chubu Electric Power Co., Development Bank of Japan Inc.