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XPeng launches new LFP-battery powered versions of EVs

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China-based EV maker XPeng expanded its product offering by launching three new vehicle versions powered by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for the Chinese market. Comparison between the new RWD Standard Range P7 and the existing RWD Long Range P7. New w/ LFP battery). Existing w/ NCM battery).

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Battery-powered Mercedes-Benz eActros approved as truck-trailer combo with total weight of 40 tons

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The eActros can be charged with up to 160 kW: Three battery packs require just over an hour to charge from 20 to 80 percent at a standard DC fast charging station generating a charging current of 400 A.

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Green Deals: BLACK+DECKER battery-powered lawn equipment at up to $90 off, more

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Today only, as its Deal of the Day , Lowe’s is offering BLACK+DECKER battery-powered electric lawn tools at up to $90 off. For comparison, it goes for $350 at Home Depot and $330 at Amazon right now. Our favorite is the 40V 20-inch Electric Mower for $259 shipped.

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Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

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Lead author Aniruddh Mohan and colleagues wanted to develop a method that evaluated the life-cycle costs and benefits for two battery-powered ridesource fleets and a gasoline-powered one. The analysis indicated that electrified fleets had 40-45% lower greenhouse gas costs per trip compared to the gasoline-powered version.

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Liebherr launches first-ever electric compact wheel loader

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And, while no timeline has been set, chances are good that the battery-powered machine will eventually make its way across the Atlantic. If and when it does arrive, operators who are familiar with Liebherr’s existing, diesel-powered wheel loaders will be right at home.

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Nikola studies bounce in second-quarter deliveries

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Nikola, which went nation in 2020, produced 33 vehicles all over the second one quarter, in comparison with 63 vehicles within the previous quarter. EV makers Tesla and Rivian additionally beat marketplace estimates for second-quarter deliveries.

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Fraunhofer suggests e-scooters as application for its magnesium hydride paste hydrogen storage technology

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With its huge energy storage density, POWERPASTE is also an interesting option for cars, delivery vehicles and range extenders in battery-powered electric vehicles, Fraunhofer suggests. By way of comparison, a filling station to pump hydrogen at high pressure currently costs between one and two million euros for each fuel pump.

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