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Tokyo Tech team demonstrates visible-light photoelectrochemical water-splitting with cobalt-enhanced TiO2

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Scientists at Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) have demonstrated the first visible-light photoelectrochemical system for water splitting using TiO 2 enhanced with cobalt. At the anode, water oxidation occurs, whereby O 2 is produced by drawing energy from light waves. high-energy light.

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BMW Lightly Updated the 4 Series for 2025

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The 4 Series cars build on the slightly smaller 3 Series with sleeker styling and other touches, and the range got a mild update for 2025 that brings better tech and slight cosmetic upgrades. The new cars get a revised grille and new headlight units with fresh daytime running lights.

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Renault launches the new Kangoo E-TECH and Master E-TECH

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Renault finally renewed its all-electric LCV (light commercial vehicle) lineup with faster charging and more range. Renault Kangoo E-TECH. Regenerative braking regimes : Sailing (display light B1), Drive (B2) and Brake (B3). On-board charger : 11 kW (standard) or 22 kW (optional). ” Renault Master E-TECH.

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2024 Renault Megane E-Tech review: Can this chic French crossover seriously challenge the Tesla Model Y?

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The 2024 Renault Megane E-Tech takes the design ethos of the Megane hatchback and gives it some high-riding crossover love. READ MORE: The Dacias that could come to Australia as Renaults There’s no ICE in sight, with the Megane E-Tech instead employing an electric motor as part of its dedicated electric car architecture.

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Aussie pricing announced for Renault Megane E-Tech electric vehicle

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The Renault Megane E-Tech compact hatchback will go on-sale in Australia late in 2023 priced from $64,990 plus on-road costs. The Megane E-Tech’s pricing means it sits in Tesla Model 3 territory but is cheaper than a bunch of other European EVs such as the Volvo XC40 and its newly updated close relation, the Polestar 2.

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Toyota unveils 2021 Venza crossover, hybrid powertrain standard

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The proven tech seamlessly delivers 219 total system horsepower and a projected preliminary manufacturer-estimated 40 combined MPG in LE trim. The 2021 Venza comes standard with Toyota’s Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive, a highly efficient system that takes maximum advantage of the hybrid powertrain’s benefits.

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2025 Cadillac OPTIQ unveiled: 300-mile range, 300 horsepower, $54,000 starting price

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Cadillac said today that the estimated range of the OPTIQ will be 300 miles, and it will feature a standard dual motor all-wheel-drive powertrain. Additionally, 300 miles of range will be what Cadillac estimates to be standard at a full charge, and DC fast charging will give 79 miles in about ten minutes.

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