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Lightning eMotors introduces new generation 4 Lightning Electric Transit Class 3 Van; battery-electric and fuel cell electric variants

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Lightning eMotors has announced a new model of its Class 3 Lightning Electric Transit Van. In addition, Lightning eMotors is the only electric van manufacturer that supports wheelchair lifts, custom floor rails, and custom bus doors. The Class 3 van supports wheelchair lifts, custom floor rails, and custom bus doors.

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Meta Materials acquires assets and IP of Optodot; battery separators and coating technology

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META’s Advanced Materials and Battery Products group will continue joint development, licensing, and manufacturing scale-up of Optodot’s technology in partnership with leading OEMs. The global market for lithium-ion battery separators was an estimated $5.1 —George Palikaras, President and CEO META. Background.

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India’s Own Battery Manufacturing Plant

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India’s Own Battery Manufacturing Plant. India’s import of Lithium-ion batteries has increased four-time when compared to the last financial year. If this import figures could be reduced then we could reduce the cost of the vehicle which will make the vehicle more affordable to all class of people.

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CAMX Power introduces GEMX high performance cathode materials

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CAMX Power (CAMX) is introducing a new class of cathode materials that can improve the performance, while also reducing the cost, of lithium-ion batteries. CAMX is already engaged in discussions concerning the licensing of GEMX with major manufacturers of cathode materials.

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€12M Current Direct project seeks to support marine electrification with swappable containerized battery system

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Current Direct , a new €12-million research and innovation project funded by the European Commission’s Horizon 2020 program, is proposing an innovative lithium-ion cell optimized for waterborne transport, using novel manufacturing techniques allowing for a consistent cost reduction compared to the current market prices.

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NGen Canada awarding $76M to 15 zero-emission vehicle projects

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In 2021, Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) launched a call for proposals to support R&D projects for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) manufacturing, systems, components, and batteries in Canada. The selected projects are: Advanced Manufacturing Process Innovations – Flex-Ion Battery Innovation Center.

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XL Fleet and eNow partner to electrify refrigerated trailers

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a provider of solar and battery power systems that enable fully-electric Transport Refrigeration Units (eTRUs) for Class 8 commercial trailers. XL Fleet’s partnership with eNow accelerates and expands the company’s existing market opportunity into Class 8 trailers. XL Fleet Corp.

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