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Vale partners with Wabtec on ammonia fuel study and orders three FLXdrive battery electric locomotives

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Brazil-based metals and mining multinational Vale announced a partnership with Wabtec Corporation to advance the decarbonization of Vale’s rail operations. The deal includes an order for three of Wabtec’s FLXdrive battery locomotives and a collaboration to test ammonia as a potential clean, alternative fuel to replace diesel.

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BYD is launching its next-gen Blade EV battery soon with more range and even lower cost

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BYD to launch new Blade EV battery in 2024 FinDreams, BYD’s battery unit, launched the first-generation Blade battery in 2020, revolutionizing the industry. BYD’s Blade batteries power Tesla, Ford, Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, and other popular electric vehicles from major automakers.

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Joy e-bike maker to develop hydrogen scooter, eyes global expansion | Autocar Professional

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“That tank is powering the hydrogen fuel cell, which gives the battery power and then it runs the motor,” he added while elaborating on the technology. . “The electrolyser charges the tank, and the tank is plugged into the compartment at the given compartment,” Sablok remarked.

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BYD to stop making pouch batteries for its hybrid EVs on leakage concerns – sources – ET Auto

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China’s BYD plans to end production of the pouch-type batteries used in its best-selling hybrids as the automaker seeks to address durability concerns and the risk that they could leak, said three people familiar with the matter. The financial impact on BYD from the production switch could not be immediately determined. billion), 82.2%

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Kia EV9 wins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2024 title | Autocar Professional

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It should win over many buyers who aren’t used to battery power and will be more comfortable with a vehicle that feels familiar to them.” The internal space allows up to seven occupants and the most powerful version with two electric motors is capable of producing up to 384hp with impressive performance.”

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What is Extreme E? – 1# Ultimate beginners guide to Extreme E

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Extreme E is a high intensity off-road racing championship consisting of specially designed fully electric, battery powered SUV’s. Amazon X Prix – Santarém, Pará, Brazil – 23-24 October. What is Extreme E? . Desert X Prix – Alula, Saudi Arabia – 03-04 April. Ocean X Prix – Lac Rose, Senegal – 29-30 May.

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VW Chief Executive Says Company Will Introduce EVs Based on the Up! New Small Family in 2013; Cautions Against Electro-Hype

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Volkswagen is partnering with a number of companies, including Sanyo and Toshiba, on batteries, power electronics and electric machines. In May, VW and Chinese carmaker BYD signed a memorandum of understanding to explore the options for partnership in the area of hybrids and electric vehicles powered by lithium batteries.

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