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New Emissions Analytics study suggests pollution from tire wear now 1,850 times worse than exhaust emissions

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Since that study, which was transparently designed to quantify the worst-case tire emissions under legal driving, Emissions Analytics has been testing and analyzing tire wear emissions in more detail across a wider range of driving conditions, and has performed a detailed chemical analysis of hundreds of new tires.

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Blackstone announces progress with printed battery cells

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It covers a wide range of cell formats using different cathode and anode chemicals. These electrodes were created using environmentally friendly, water-based binder systems. Blackstone Resources is a Swiss Holding Company, with its legal domicile in Baar, Kanton Zug and is concentrating on the battery metals market as primary metals.

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BMW shows future drive technoliges; 2 Series PHEV prototype, direct water injection in 3-cyl. engine, and fuel cell eDrive

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The company also showcased the use of direct water injection to enhance the efficiency of combustion engines at higher performance levels while also significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions in key driving cycles. The range on electric power alone as measured in the EU test cycle will be 38 kilometers (24 miles).

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ZF presents EVbeat concept vehicle with prototype of new 800-volt electric drive; compact, lightweight and efficient

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EVbeat concept vehicle At cold temperatures around freezing point, the range in real-world operation increases by up to a third compared with current technology. Due to this overall thermal management, the range of the EVbeat increases by up to a third in demanding winter operation. The control software regulates the cooling capacity.

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What Are Your Rights After a DUI Arrest?

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Engaging a local Decatur DUI defense lawyer can be an invaluable step to navigate these turbulent waters. This article aims to shed light on what your rights are after a DUI arrest in the Decatur area and how a defense lawyer can help uphold these rights and guide you through the legal process.

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Vonmercier is the electric sportscar hovercraft that will have you saying, “Ok, but why?”

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Several different videos of the Vonmercier Arosa show it operating on everything from water to grass and even snow. That’s how it’s legally registered, making the water its native habitat. While it can operate on varied terrain, it’s still technically a boat. m) vessel along on its hovering journey.

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Perspective: Europeans in the lead with range extenders for hybrid vehicles; 2nd vs. 3rd generation

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By contrast, half the electric vehicle market value lies in larger road vehicles, notably cars, and here the legal restrictions are weaker or non-existent and range anxiety compels most people to buy hybrids if they go electric at all. IDTechEx is producing an event looking at the whole range of electric vehicles.

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