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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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Nissan begins Japan sales of new quick charger for EVs; targeting sales of 5K units by March 2016

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With the adoption of new electric circuit technology developed in cooperation with Nagaoka University of Technology and by leveraging technology used in Nissan manufacturing and R&D, the new unit costs ¥598,500 (US$7,700) including tax for the base grade, which is below half the price of the current unit.

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Study comparing crash risk of EU and US vehicles indicates differences in performance

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However, if vehicles are shown to provide similar real-world safety protection to the occupants, then vehicles that meet EU regulations could potentially be recognized for sale in the US, and vehicles that meet US regulations could potentially be recognized for sale in the EU. Balint, Andras; Klinich, Kathleen D.;

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Nissan develops new quick charger for electric vehicles

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The lower price is enabled by the adoption of new electric circuit technology developed in cooperation with Nagaoka University of Technology and by harnessing technology used in Nissan manufacturing and R&D, Nissan said. Nissan is also proactively seeking partner companies for sales.

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Governors of 8 states sign MoU to put 3.3M zero-emission vehicles on roads by 2025; 15% of new vehicle sales

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Such standards may include, but are not limited to, adopting universal signage, common methods of payment and interoperability of electric vehicle charging networks, and reciprocity among states for ZEV incentives, such as preferential parking and HOV lane access.

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California ARB mods to ZEV regulations for IVMs would result in ~1.9% drop in total ZEV/TZEV units 2018-2025; no impact on air quality requirements

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In 1990, California adopted a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) requirement, mandating that the seven largest automotive companies in California “make available for sale” an increasing number of vehicles with zero tailpipe emissions. 2015-2107 credit level. California has a much more ambitious long-term policy commitment to EVs. Definition.

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Their Bionic Eyes Are Now Obsolete and Unsupported

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By June 2015, Byland was the only person on the planet with two bionic eyes. Greenberg’s relationship with Second Sight’s investors had been worsening over the years; he stepped down as CEO in 2015 and then. “Once you get a taste of being able to see certain things again, you want to continue on and make it better,” he tells Spectrum.