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Unifrax introduces Battery Advisory Board to support SiFAB silicon fiber anode battery technology

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SiFAB, a scalable proprietary silicon anode battery technology demonstrated in a number of applications, including electric vehicles, power tools, smartphones, personal computers, medical devices and aviation, can deliver up to a 20% increase in gravimetric energy density in lithium-ion batteries versus cells using a graphite anode.

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Tesla Model Y continues to lead auto sales in Norway

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A similar personal best was gained by its slightly lower volume sibling, the Opel Corsa, just outside the top 20. Outlook Norway’s economy is escaping some of the worst of the fate of other European neighbours. Here’s a brief summary of the largest top 20 movers since Q4: Climbers: Toyota BZ4x up from 22nd to 2nd !!!

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Large-scale study finds long-term exposure to air pollution linked to high blood pressure

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The study, published in the European Heart Journal , found that among adults up to one extra person per 100 people of the same age group living in the most polluted areas of cities would develop high blood pressure (hypertension) compared to those living in the less polluted areas. less than or equal to 2.5

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Ford issues 2015 trends report; the emergent role of Generation Z

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Expanding Next of Kin: As traditional families and communities become less the norm, the concept of family is adapting, expanding and evolving in a most personal fashion. Between 2008 and 2013, obesity in the population ages 15+ rose 92% in Vietnam; 57% in China; and 37% in India.

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Automotive Market Research Perspectives on Selling Green in a Try-to-Survive Market

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” [Note: In the first quarter of this year takes rates have been averaging around 8-12% for the Camry, Civic and Escape hybrid versions.]. He shared with the audience his roller coaster analogy: Any person who is interested in riding a roller coaster isn’t looking for the safest roller coaster they can find.

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GM, Segway to Make Vehicle - WSJ.com

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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

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Conversions are mostly for the Prius, with a few for the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner hybrid SUVs. The easiest conversions are for 2004-2008 Prius (not 2001-2003 Prius) and the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid. Its goal is large-volume conversions at $10,000.

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