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Unifrax introduces new silicon fiber anode technology

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SiFAB is Unifrax’s first step into silicon fiber for the lithium-ion battery manufacturing market, building on its experience with fiber-based technology and manufacturing. The company expects SiFAB production to come online in early 2022 with plans to build thousands of tons of long-term manufacturing capacity.

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Hyundai Motor Group and Seoul National University open joint battery research center; focus on Li-metal and solid-state

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The Joint Battery Research Center aims to focus on advanced research into leading next-generation battery technologies that can dramatically increase EV driving distance and shorten charging time, as well as research on battery condition monitoring technology and innovative process technology. Hyundai Motor will invest KRW 9.5 trillion (US$7.4

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7-state Midwest EVOLVE project to promote electric vehicles; Ford, GM, Nissan initial automotive partners

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The goal of Midwest EVOLVE is to build awareness and visibility for the advantages of electric vehicles, and to help the Midwest rediscover the automobile again, this time with a plug. Educating consumers about vehicle charging at home, work, and public stations. The first events will be held in the spring of 2017.

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Kandi advances plan for EV rental system pilot in China

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First proposed by Kandi in August 2011, the plan envisions Hangzhou as the first test site for a new transportation system which would make available 100,000 self-driven Pure EV rentals at centrally operated “smart” vertical parking and charging facilities to be constructed at key locations throughout Hangzhou. For example, 0.5

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GM China signs MOU with CATARC for Chevrolet Volt demo fleet

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According to the MOU, both GM and CATARC will also study how real-world performance, charging and infrastructure for the Volt and other electric vehicles can address the varying needs of Chinese consumers. The company plans to install charging facilities at CATARC’s Tianjin headquarters as well.

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Volkswagen and Audi launch sustainability programs for US introduction of e-Golf BEV and A3 e-tron PHEV; carbon offsets with 3Degrees and solar energy

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These begin with an investment in carbon reduction projects via a partnership with 3Degrees to offset emissions created from e-Golf production, distribution and from the estimated emissions produced from keeping the vehicle charged through the initial 36,000 miles of its life. Charging Solutions. 3Degrees and carbon offsets.

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Honda signs E-KIZUNA project agreement with City of Saitama for EV, PHEV and electric scooter testing; new household gas cogen unit with more efficient EXlink engine

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Constructing an electric charging safety net. This includes identifying electric charging infrastructure appropriate for the unique characteristics of the city of Saitama, maintaining compatibility between current charging infrastructure and electric vehicles developed in the future, and using solar panels and fuel cells to supply energy.

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