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Kia surprisingly tops Hyundai in market value with affordable EVs rolling out

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For the first time since 2001, Kia surpassed Hyundai in market value with new affordable EVs rolling out this year. In 2003, the first Hyundai Genesis arrived, and in 2015, the luxury brand became a standalone marque. The new affordable EVs are a big reason why Kia topped Hyundai in market value. trillion won). million won).

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California state fleet reduces petroleum consumption 13% compared to 2003

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The California state fleet has reduced its petroleum consumption by 13% compared to a 2003 baseline, according to a state progress report. In 2003, the state fleet consumed 38,559,715 gallons of petroleum-based fuel (gasoline and diesel), according to the report. 281,619 gallons gasoline equivalent (gge) of CNG and propane (7%).

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Asian EV Manufacturers You Should Know

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100 7587 0 7587 0 0 6933 0 --:--:-- 0:00:01 --:--:-- 6935The company was formed in 2003 and has seen a steady growth since then—selling a variety of different models, including hybrids and all-electric cars. Their affordability could potentially make them a popular choice as more car owners look to buy an EV on a tight budget.

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Maruti Suzuki’s hits and misses | Autocar Professional

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Affordable and fuel-efficient, the 800 democratised the passenger car and did so reliably, something new to the Indian landscape back then. Maruti 800 | 1983-2014 To say the 800 is a legend would be an understatement; it is the cornerstone on which Maruti Suzuki was built. million households.

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Extinguishing the EV Battery Fire Hype

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Tesla has been a ZEV-only company since its inception in 2003; Audi , Fiat , Volvo , and Mercedes-Benz are targeting ZEV-only sales by 2030; and General Motors and Honda are targeting ZEV-only sales by 2035 and 2040, respectively.” Transportation electrification is front and center for electric utilities, regulators, and [the U.S.

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EcoMotors Names Donald Runkle CEO; Power Density as the Holy Grail

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As Delphi’s Executive Vice President from 2000 to 2003, Runkle was responsible for the $14 billion Dynamics and Propulsion Systems Sector, where he acquired significant new business and led more than $4 billion of worldwide M&A venture transactions. Don Runkle.

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PNNL joins H2USA consortium on hydrogen infrastructure

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Participants in H 2 USA are working together to create ways to deliver affordable hydrogen fuel safely. The panel, established in 2003, helps integrate safety planning into projects to ensure that all projects address and incorporate best available safety practices.

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