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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. The tank will be showcased at the NTEA Work Truck Show, 6-8 March in Indianapolis, Ind. Earlier post.) 3M expects to announce certification of other geometries in the coming months. Venchurs Vehicle Systems of Adrian, Mich.;

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

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The new engine, to be designated the Honda HR22T, is based on the same architecture used in the Indianapolis 500-winning, 2.2-liter The HPD ARX series has posted 58 victories and six endurance-racing championships since its introduction—and debut LMP2 victory—at the 12 Hours of Sebring in 2007.

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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. Wuxi Angell sold 50,000 and 70,000 electric bikes in 2006 and 2007 respectively. (ABAT), a developer, manufacturer and distributor of rechargeable Polymer Lithium-Ion (PLI) batteries and Wuxi Angell Autocycle Co.,

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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. PG&E joined the partnership in March 2012. Veolia Environmental Services.

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GM Files Voluntary Chapter 11; Agreements with US Treasury and Canada; New GM Expected in 60-90 Days

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Indianapolis, Ind. This rate is substantially below the 15 to 17 million annual vehicle sales rates recorded from 1995 through 2007. Standby: Sep 2009. Pontiac, Mich. Close: Oct 2009. Spring Hill, Tenn. Standby: Nov 2009. Wilmington, Del. Close: Jul 2009. Grand Rapids, Mich. Close: Jun 2009*. Close: Dec 2011. Mansfield, Ohio.

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