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Sandia fuel cell membrane outperforms market; temperature range and durability

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Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories, have developed a new membrane for fuel cells based on quaternary ammonium-biphosphate ion pairs that can operate under conditions unattainable with existing fuel cell technologies. A paper describing the Sandia-patented technology is published in the journal Nature Energy. Fuel cells with this membrane technology exhibit stable performance at 80–160 ˚C with a conductivity decay rate more than three orders of magnitude lower than that of a commercial h

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This may be the most horrifying Tesla Model S electric car in the world

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When it comes to modifying cars, the sky's the limit. Given enough cash, car modifiers will go to extraordinary lengths to improve the performance of stock vehicles, or customize styling to make a mass-produced vehicle unique. But just because you can do something, that doesn't always mean you should. DON'T MISS: Tesla Model S body upgrade kit.

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LeddarTech launches LeddarVu, a new scalable platform towards high-resolution LiDAR; Vu8 solid-state LiDAR

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LeddarTech, a developer of solid-state LiDAR technology ( earlier post ), introduced LeddarVu, a new platform for the next generation of its Leddar detection and ranging modules. The LeddarVu platform combines the benefits of a very compact, modular architecture with superior performance, robustness and cost efficiency towards high-resolution LiDAR applications, such as autonomous driving.

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Range-extended electric Nissan Note to launch in November?

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Nissan is known for its all-electric Leaf, but the Japanese automaker may also begin offering electric cars with gasoline-powered range extenders. Late last year, a report indicated that Nissan was preparing to launched a range-extended electric car that was distinct from the Leaf. Now, a new report out of Japan claims Nissan will introduce that.

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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Gen 2 Audi A5 Sportback available as bivalent g-tron; Audi e-gas, natural gas or gasoline

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Following on the heels of the introduction of the second-generation A5 in June ( earlier post ), Audi has now introduced the new A5 and S5 Sportback coupé models. The second generation comes with a completely reengineered suspension, high-performance drives and innovative driver assistance systems. The S5 takes to the road with a new six-cylinder turbo engine developing 354 hp (264 kW) and 500 N·m (369 lb-ft).

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What's the minimum electric-car range for mass acceptance? Poll results

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The handful of mass-priced electric cars offered 200 miles or more of range scheduled to launch over the next two years will clearly bring one question to the forefront. How much rated electric range is "enough" in a mass-market car to make North American buyers consider it sufficient for safe and flexible usage? The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV, an.

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Cleaning up diesel too costly for mass market, Renault says, as real-world testing looms

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Since the news of Volkswagen's illegal "defeat device" software in TDI diesel cars broke almost a year ago, the future of diesel cars has been the topic of much discussion. But the makings of diesel's demise may have been building even before the VW diesel emissions scandal began. Carmakers have known about tightening emissions standards for some.

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Volkswagen Group & Anhui Jianghuai Automobile (JAC) jointly to develop EVs in China; new JV focused on NEVs

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Volkswagen AG and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd. (JAC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Wolfsburg to define the next phase of negotiations between the two companies in order to achieve long-term cooperation in the joint development of all-electric vehicles in China. According to the MoU the parties intend to enter into discussions to evaluate the perspectives and feasibility of a new joint venture company focusing on new energy vehicles (NEV), to carry out full scope cooperati

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First the wagons went away; are family sedans next to vanish?

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For several decades, the station wagon was the default car choice for most U.S. families. But now those families clamor for SUVs instead, and wagons are virtually nonexistent in the North American car market. Will the SUV onslaught stop there, or will it claim another victim? DON'T MISS: Gas is cheap; U.S. drivers use it to log more miles than.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans strategic initiative adVANce: holistic system solutions for transport; electric Vision Van

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Mercedes-Benz Vans has launched an initiative it calls adVANce, focused on the company’s transformation from solely a vehicle manufacturer to becoming a provider of holistic system solutions for goods and passenger transport. Mercedes-Benz Vans also presented the "Vision Van" van study as part of the adVANce initiative. This all-electric vehicle combines various innovative solutions for last-mile delivery in urban and suburban environments.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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Diesel compliance costs, vanishing family sedans, Nissan Note plug-in: Today's Car News

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Today, Renault believes the cost of complying with emissions standards will lead to the disappearance of diesel cars from the mass market, SUV sales eat into sales of mid-size sedans, and an extended-range electric Nissan Note may go on sale in Japan soon. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Witness what may be the most horrifying Tesla Model.

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Ricardo and Quanchai to collaborate on new diesel engine development; Twin Vortex Combustion System

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Ricardo recently signed an agreement with Anhui Quanchai Engine Co., Ltd.—one of China’s largest diesel engine makers—to support the development of a new generation common rail diesel engine platform for commercial applications. Under the terms of the agreement, Ricardo will support Quanchai in the design and development and calibration of a new diesel engine family, of sizes ranging from 2.5- to 3-litres and to be deployed in both on- and off-highway applications.

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Improved Mazda 3 to arrive in October

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Mazda has given its handsome 3 Hatchback and 3 Fastback models a facelift for 2017, with a revised grille and a host of interior tweaks. The updated 3.

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Tesoro to acquire renewable fuels company Virent

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Renewable fuels and chemicals company Virent and petroleum refiner and marketer Tesoro have reached an agreement for Tesoro to become Virent’s new strategic owner. The acquisition will support the scale-up and commercialization of Virent’s BioForming technology for the production of low carbon bio-based fuels and chemicals. ( Earlier post.). The companies initiated a strategic relationship in January 2016 ( earlier post ), and have worked together to establish a forward plan to scale-up the tech

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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Audi S5 draws on V6 turbocharged engine to wow at Paris Motor Show

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October promises to be a bumper month in the land of Vorsprung durch Technik, with the debut not only of the Audi A5 Sportback but the sleeker S5 Spor.

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European consortium begins demonstration project for conversion of woody biomass to chemicals: BIOFOREVER

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BIOFOREVER (BIO-based products from FORestry via Economically Viable European Routes)—a consortium of 14 European companies—has started a demonstration project for the conversion of woody biomass to value-adding chemical building blocks such as butanol, ethanol, and 2,5–furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) on an industrial scale. The demonstration project will run for 3 years.

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Audi A5 Sportback promises form and function ahead of Paris Motor Show debut

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The Audi A5 Sportback has long had a reputation for bringing elements of elegance, functionality and comfort to roads. Seven years after the first mo.

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Mercedes-Benz delivers its four-millionth SUV; SUV sales up 40% in August

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Mercedes-Benz delivered more than 156,000 vehicles to customers in August—an increase of 11.8%. The main contribution towards this increase came from the strong rise in unit sales of SUVs of approximately 40% during the month, which also saw the company deliver its four-millionth SUV since market launch. The company said it surpassed its strongest August to date in the previous year due to double-digit growth in the Asia-Pacific region and in the domestic market.

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Cavernous Peugeot 5008 coming spring 2017

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Peugeot has revealed pictures of an updated 5008 SUV that will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. Due for release next spring, the la.

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Fujitsu develops low power consumption technology for 5G

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Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. has built a prototype wireless unit incorporating inter-subarray coding technology, which makes it possible to achieve high-speed transmissions, in excess of 10 Gbps, for 5G mobile wireless base stations and access points. It has achieved these high speeds while maintaining low power consumption levels on par with Wi-Fi. In verification tests, the prototype successfully transmitted signals simultaneously to multiple devices.

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