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AKASOL to supply battery systems for Alstom’s hydrogen trains

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The battery system can be charged in a very short time due to its high 3C charging power and features high cycle life and effective thermal management. The Coradia iLint has been conducting in successful passenger service between Cuxhaven and Buxtehude since September 2018.

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Eaton forms strategic alliance with KPIT to develop next-generation e-mobility technologies

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Our strategic alliance with KPIT brings valuable capabilities and technologies to enable manufacturers to develop vehicles that are cleaner and safer and deliver value. In March 2018, Eaton announced the formation of its eMobility business unit for electrified vehicles. Eaton posted 2018 sales of $21.6

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Calif. ARB releases GHG scoping plan update; more ZEVs, “LEV IV”, MD and HD regulations; ZEV for trucks; more LCFS

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Since its launch in 2011, the regulation has generated a multitude of unique approaches for cleaner fuels. Many zero emission technologies for trucks have progressed at least to the demonstration phase, and in the case of smaller trucks, battery-powered vehicles are available commercially in small volumes.

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BMW defends diesel while pushing electrification

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The company’s electrified range currently comprises nine electrified vehicles and will be further complemented in 2018 by the all-new BMW i8 Roadster. In addition, when it comes to particulate, hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions emissions, diesels are just as clean or even cleaner than gasoline engines.

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