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ABB brings TOSA e-bus and flash charging to Davos; first use in Alpine region

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The award-winning TOSA e-bus, developed by ABB in Switzerland, is already in use in Geneva and will soon be implemented in the French city of Nantes. In addition, electric cars transporting attendees around Davos will be able to recharge their batteries at eight newly installed ABB fast-charging stations. Bottom: Close-up.

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GM expands to new European markets with its luxury $93K Lyriq

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Last October, GM announced that it was launching sales in Switzerland as a first step in its all-electric return to Europe after selling off the Opel and Vauxhall brands back in 2017. In Switzerland, the Lyriq starts 82,000 Swiss francs ($93,100), but GM has not yet provided pricing for France. Get started here.

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BASF expands range of engineering plastics for hybrid and electric vehicles; high-voltage connectors

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They therefore allow automotive manufacturers to save on weight and installation space around the battery and at the same time help to improve safety in e-mobility. The special polyamide and polybutylene terephthalate grades meet the demands on flame retardancy, color stability, mechanics, and electrical isolation.

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Leclanché, eCAMION and SGEM to build and operate network of 34 fast-charging stations along Trans-Canada Highway

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Leclanché North America, part of Switzerland's Leclanché SA; eCAMION, based in Toronto; and SGEM, based in Geneva; will partner to develop and to install a network of 34 fast-charging stations along the Trans-Canada Highway (TCH). million (US$13.6 million) and is being partially funded by a C$8.0-million million (US$6.2

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Volkswagen subsidiary Elli acquiring minority stake in emobility software company has·to·be

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Throughout the Group, we will be installing about 36,000 charging points throughout Europe up to 2025. Since then, sales revenue has at least doubled every year—especially as a result of strong demand in Germany and Switzerland. We will also be using has·to·be software ourselves.

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Rinspeed to introduce new electric “microMAX” concept at 2013 Geneva Motor Show

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meters permits the installation of space-saving upright seats equipped with safety belts. A coffee maker, a refrigerator for drinks and unlimited connectivity for entertainment purposes or for working while on the move are also included. With a length of 3.6 The vehicle height of 2.2 Kearney Global Management Consultants; Carl F.

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Daimler Trucks E-Mobility Group starts global initiative for electric-truck charging infrastructure

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The initial focus is on charging stations installed at the depots of truck customers. The close dialog between the main players is also intended to speed up previously lengthy and complex planning and application processes for network connections. Global electric truck portfolio at Daimler Trucks.

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