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3M completes certification process for its first CNG Tank

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3M recently completed the NGV2-2007 certification process for its first compressed natural gas (CNG) tank. x 60 inch tank is designed for light- and medium-duty pick-up trucks and corporate fleet vehicles. x 60 inch tank is designed for light- and medium-duty pick-up trucks and corporate fleet vehicles. Earlier post.)

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Honda Performance preparing new LMP1 engine in 2014; bespoke energy recovery systems in 2015

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HPD’s new HR22T turbocharged V6 engine is designed for LMP1 competition. The new engine, to be designated the Honda HR22T, is based on the same architecture used in the Indianapolis 500-winning, 2.2-liter Honda Performance Development (HPD), the racing arm of American Honda Motor Co., Click to enlarge.

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ABAT and Wuxi Angell Autocycle Introduce Three Hybrid Motorcycles

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Ltd unveiled three hybrid motorcycles at the Dealer Expo 2009, 13-16 February, in Indianapolis, IN. The new design increases total driving distance and optimizes the use of electric power to achieve 35% pollution reduction and a 20% increase in fuel efficiency, compared to comparable gasoline motorcycle engines.

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Ener1 Outlines Automotive Programs Underway for Li-ion Packs

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million compared to $280,000 in 2007. Operating expenses were $36 million in 2008 compared to $21 million in 2007 as Ener1 increased research and development expenditures for customer and government projects, with R&D accounting for $23 million. million in 2007. Overall, Ener1 reported 2008 revenues of $6.8 million.

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Four new corporate partners join DOE National Clean Fleets Partnership

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Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced the new partners at Green Truck Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana. In 2007, PG&E was the first utility to demonstrate the ability of electric vehicles to supply homes and businesses with power. Best Buy joined the partnership in March 2012. Johnson Controls, Inc. Veolia Environmental Services.