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PHEVLERs are the Zero CO2 Clean Green Machines of the Future

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The 2016 Chevrolet Volt with an electric range of 53 miles [ 2 ] is the first commercial car that almost qualifies as a PHEVLER. PHEVLERs [ 3 ] are a disruptive technology that will help revolutionize both the clean transportation and the clean stationary energy sectors of our economy. PHEVLERs make our electric grid more efficient. [

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New UMTRI paper reviews major advantages and disadvantages of battery-electric and fuel-cell vehicles

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For current gasoline-powered ICE vehicles at an average fuel economy of 23.3 BEVs currently offer the most readily available alternative fuel source via the existing electric grid. Brandon Schoettle and Michael Sivak (2016) “ The Relative Merits of Battery-Electric Vehicles and Fuel-Cell Vehicles ” UMTRI-2016-5.

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A123 Systems introduces new Nanophosphate EXT Li-ion battery technology with optimized performance in extreme temperatures; OEM micro-hybrid program due next year

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The longer life and increased fuel economy yield a benefit to the EXT Li-ion batteries, according to A123’s calculations. In addition, the fuel economy savings from the Li-ion system are higher, due to the the capability for increased charge acceptance. billion by 2016. TCO calculations for a micro-hybrid application.

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HD REV powertrain company Wrightspeed gearing up for commercialization push

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The company recently showcased its powertrain technology alongside Mack Trucks at Waste Expo 2016 in Las Vegas and signed a $30+ million deal with NZ Bus, signaling multinational and multimodal demand for the company’s powertrain technology. The Fulcrum generates fewer emissions per kWh than average for grid power in the US.

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IHS Markit: vehicle miles traveled to increase 65% in key markets by 2040, while vehicle sales slow

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Market share for cars primarily powered by gasoline and diesel will still account for 62% of new cars in 2040 in the four major key markets (down from 98% in 2016) with a total of 54 million new vehicle sales in 2040, according to the study’s baseline scenario. IHS Markit, “Reinventing the Wheel.” Click to enlarge. —Anthony Palmer.

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USDOT awarding $55M to support purchase of Low-No buses; electric buses and infrastructure

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Eligible projects included those that replace, rehabilitate, lease, and purchase buses and related equipment as well as projects to purchase, rehabilitate, construct or lease bus-related facilities, such as buildings for bus storage and maintenance. FY2017 Low-No projects. Description. Antelope Valley Transit Authority. 1,750,000.

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NYC Goes EV

Revenge of the Electric Car

Last week, the Obama administration announced new fuel economy standards for automobiles that provides some incentives for electric cars. On the Grid. The study also considered how much strain electrical vehicles might put on the city’s electrical grid. That, however, has been blocked by the courts.