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POET-DSM’s first commercial cellulosic bio-ethanol plant on schedule for startup in first part of 2014

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POET-DSM Advanced Biofuel’s first commercial cellulosic bio-ethanol plant remains on schedule for startup in the first part of 2014 as workers continue equipment installation and other activity through the winter. Commissioning for select parts of the process is scheduled to begin in January. Earlier post.).

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The Future of Tech in Mobility

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The Future of Tech in Mobility. In European nations, highway construction to replace dirt roads began as automobiles became a part of everyday life. We have already seen some of the changes in direction: The future is looking up. Another cause for reluctance on the part of consumers for driverless vehicles is safety.

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ExxonMobil expands participation in MIT Energy Initiative’s low-carbon research; Mobility of Future study

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ExxonMobil first signed on as a member of the initiative in 2014. The company’s membership in the Mobility Systems Center builds on its participation as a sponsor of MITEI’s Mobility of the Future study , which will be released in November.

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Nissan unveils ZEOD RC electric Le Mans Prototype; targeting 2014 Le Mans 24 Hours

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Nissan unveiled the ZEOD RC (Zero Emission On Demand Racing Car)—an electric Le Mans prototype racing car intended to reach speeds of more than 300 km/h (186 mph) at the Le Mans 24 Hours race in 2014, where it will makes its debut. Nissan ZEOD RC. Click to enlarge. There are multiple options we are investigating.

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Datsun to launch in South Africa by end of 2014; also India, Indonesia and Russia

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The first model to be introduced in South Africa will be a new passenger vehicle that will be launched by the end of 2014. This follows a global decision in 2010 to re-introduce the Datsun brand as part of the company’s Nissan Power 88 mid-term plan to achieve 8% of the global market share and 8% operating profit by fiscal year 2016.

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Rolls-Royce announces successful first tests of UltraFan technology demonstrator; 100% SAF

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Confirming the capability of the suite of technologies incorporated in the demonstrator is a big step towards improving the efficiency of current and future aero-engines. A geared design that delivers efficient power for the high-thrust, high bypass ratio engines of the future. Carbon titanium fan blades and a composite casing.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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During 2014, the global plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) industry is poised to grow by 86% and will surpass more than 346,000 new vehicles sold, according to a new white paper—“ Electric Vehicles: 10 Predictions for 2014 ”—published by Navigant Research. Nonetheless, 2014 may be a breakout year for e-motorcycles.

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