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Van Hool introduces new A range of electric buses; battery-electric, fuel cell (hydrogen) and trolley

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Van Hool, the Belgian manufacturer of buses, coaches and industrial vehicles, presented its first edition of a completely new range of 100% zero emission buses on the first day of Euro Mobility Expo 2022, an international trade show for public transport. The design of the new A range is characterized by its aerodynamic shape at the front.

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Van Hool ships first CX45E electric coach to the US; 10 more to follow in 1H 2021; Proterra batteries, Siemens traction system

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The 100% electrically driven vehicle has a range of up to 500 km (310 miles), depending on the climate conditions and the route’s topography. The production-ready versions of the ten CX45E coaches planned for the first half of 2021 will also come from the Belgian factory.

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CEN and ETSI deliver first set of standards for Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) in Europe

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CEN (the European Committee for Standardization) develops European Standards setting out specifications and procedures in relation to a wide range of products and services. European Standards (ENs) approved by CEN are accepted and recognized in all of these countries.

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UNECE Adopts Type Approval for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles’ Electric Safety Requirements; Applies in 41 Countries

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100 will cover a large range of electric vehicles: pure electric, hybrid, plug-in, as well as hydrogen fuel cells vehicles as regards electric safety requirements. Conformity of production by the manufacturer in agreement with the Approval Authority. 100—currently 41 countries. The new version of UNECE Regulation No.

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American and European Standards organizations agree to strengthen transatlantic cooperation on standards for electric vehicles

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These standards set out specifications and procedures in relation to a wide range of products and services, thereby facilitating commerce and industry throughout the European Single Market.

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