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Study: California needs up to 55 GW of long duration energy storage by 2045; 150X the storage deployed since 2010

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This quantity represents more than a 150X increase in the amount of energy storage deployed in the state since 2010 and is the energy equivalent of powering 37 million homes. By 2030, the state will require 2-11 GW of new operational long duration energy storage.

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2024 GLA, the most-affordable Mercedes SUV, launched with updates in India

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It is the most affordable SUV in the brand’s lineup and it now starts at ₹ 50.50 The GLA was first introduced back in 2010 and till now, the luxury brand has sold more than 14,000 units. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA will be offered in two trims. Mercedes-Benz has just launched the 2024 GLA in the Indian market.

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Nissan to make EVs more affordable, plans to slash costs to reach EV/ICE price parity

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Despite kicking off a new era with the launch of its LEAF in 2010, Nissan has quickly fallen behind with longer-range, more advanced EVs rolling out. “We Nissan’s “product offensive” will include new development and manufacturing upgrades to make EVs more affordable. It will also roll out in the US and other global markets.

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ABI Research projects worldwide commercial EV market to surpass US$680B by 2027

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The growing affordability of EVs has been one of the biggest drivers for fleet electrification efforts. There has been a trend of EVs becoming more and more affordable due to advancements in battery technology and economies of scale in production.

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California to transition clean vehicle rebate program to helping low-income residents

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Since its launch in 2010, the CVRP program has issued half a million rebates, totaling $1.2 The existing CVRP program will continue to accept applications while funding remains available. Once funding has been exhausted, the program will close to new applications, and updated information will be available on the CVRP website. billion.

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Honda Unveils New Small Concept at Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi

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HSCI) unveiled the Honda New Small Concept, a concept model for a new small-sized vehicle, at the Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi. Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. HSCI also announced plans to begin sales of a new model in 2011 based on this concept model. Honda New Small Concept. Click to enlarge.

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Forecast: Indias car sales to surpass 2.6M units; more affordable small cars and new demand

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million units by the end of 2010, fuelled by an increasing number of affordable small cars and demand from less penetrated segments, such as rural areas. Diwali celebrations and strong economic growth contributed to record car sales in India in October 2010.

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