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ClearFlame’s genset technology progresses through phase one trials

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ClearFlame’s solution elevates combustion temperatures in order to enable use of non-traditional fuels that fail to ignite using conventional diesel-style MCCI (mixing-controlled compression ignition) without sacrificing performance. In addition to a series of other tests, the genset completed a successful 24-hour continuous power test.

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Year-long field testing finds electric buses with Toshiba wireless charger cut CO2 up to 60% compared to diesel

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Toshiba Corporation announced the results of year-long field tests of electric buses charged with its wireless rapid rechargeable battery system. For the field test, Toshiba developed a 44kW wireless rapid rechargeable battery system that feeds power to the battery when the bus is parked over charger pads. Feb 2016 to Jan 2017.

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New Hyundai Tucson in Europe features 48 V mild hybrid diesel powertrain

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The New Tucson also offers a major design update and wider range of advanced technology and convenience features to continue the model’s success story across the region, having been the best-selling Hyundai in Europe in 2016 and 2017. litr†e diesel engine. liter diesel engine in the New Tucson. The technology comprises a 0.44

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Faurecia to equip 20,000 Seoul buses and trucks with Amminex NOx reduction technology

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Amminex has developed an Ammonia Storage and Delivery System (ASDS) which has demonstrated its efficiency to almost completely eliminate NO x from diesel engines. Amminex is a Danish technology company acquired by Faurecia in 2016. This provides cities with data to manage their fleet and the recharging of the cartridges.

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Volvo Buses officially launches the all-new plug-in Electric Hybrid bus

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The plug-in hybrid drive reduces diesel fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by up to 75%, compared to a conventional diesel bus. Recharging takes approximately 6 minutes at end stations. Diesel engine. The diesel engine and electric motor then propel the vehicle together. Electric motor/generator (I-SAM).

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Volvo sells 11 electric hybrid buses with 2 ABB automated fast-chargers to Namur, Belgium

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Start in-service is planned towards the end of 2016. The buses also have a 4-cylinder, 5-liter Volvo D5F diesel engine, which increases reach and flexibility. Volvo takes full responsibility for vehicle servicing, battery maintenance as well as maintenance of the standard-based charging stations for a fixed monthly cost.

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UPS-led SEUL consortium switches on smart-grid fleet charging solution in London; maxing out on EVs without expensive grid upgrades

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A UPS-led consortium has deployed new smart-grid charging technology in London that overcomes the challenge of simultaneously recharging an entire fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) without the need for the expensive upgrade to the power supply grid. in 2016.

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