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FEBRUARY 28, 2019

In September 2018, Volkswagen and Microsoft announced a strategic partnership to. develop the Volkswagen Automotive Cloud, one of the largest dedicated automotive industry clouds for all future Volkswagen digital services and mobility offerings. Volkswagen is preparing its digital ecosystem for the core markets of the future ID.

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APRIL 1, 2018

Numerous studies have tackled the future environmental impact of battery-electric vehicles; the resulting assessments are highly uncertain. The first is changes to driving patterns due to the introduction of autonomous and connected vehicles. Credit: ACS, Cox et al. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 3, 2019

The global battery energy storage market will to grow to $13.13 Asia-Pacific (APAC) and EMEA will be the dominant markets for battery energy storage systems over the forecast period 2019-2023. The US market for battery energy storage is estimated to reach $2.96bn in 2023, accounting for 23% of the global market.

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

Around 160,000 units of Audi’s first electric model have been delivered since 2018. Chassis, high-voltage battery, and electric all-wheel drive are assembled. As the next step, we will leverage this experience to ramp up battery production in Ingolstadt. Body and chassis of the Audi Q8 e-tron are connected.

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JANUARY 12, 2021

Russelectric, a manufacturer of distributed energy and microgrid control systems for mission-critical commercial facilities that was acquired by Siemens in 2018, has added electrical vehicle charging capabilities at its Hingham, Massachusetts, facility. These Level 2 charging stations have a capacity to charge electric vehicles at up to 7.2

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NOVEMBER 24, 2020

The most up-to-date connected services will be provided through over-the-air updates. In the future, the Buick V2X technology will further expand to include vehicle to pedestrian (V2P), vehicle to the cloud (V2C) and vehicle to home (V2H) technology. Past work on V2X in China. The six-seat 2021 GL6 comes with a 1.3L

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FEBRUARY 7, 2018

As the first fully connected integral system solution, the third generation of the Sprinter demonstrates the development of the division from purely a vehicle manufacturer into a provider of complete transport and mobility solutions, the company said. New Sprinter embodies the adVANce future initiative. billion (US$3.1 million times.

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JUNE 29, 2018

A team at Sichuan University in China is proposing a novel lithium-ion/oxygen hybrid battery system that exploits the advantages and minimizes the disadvantages of both lithium-ion batteries (LIB) and lithium-oxygen batteries (LOB). Development of beyond LIB systems is a way to meet the urgent need. —Mu et al.

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JANUARY 24, 2019

Sacramento’s SMUD, the US’ sixth-largest community-owned, not-for-profit, electric service provider, will develop a model for a future Mobility Center that will foster innovation in the clean transportation sector and serve as a catalyst for carbon reduction and inclusive economic development.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Customers can choose here between the basic version and two fully networked variants, which they can control using the We Connect ID. Mobile charging – also with Plug & Charge in future. More than 270,000 public charging points are already connected—both in towns and on long-distance routes. In the near future, all ID.

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MAY 15, 2018

ION Energy, a startup energy storage company, launched UDYR, an intelligent, modular and portable 48V, 32 Ah lithium-ion battery supported by ION’s proprietary battery management system, software platform, and backend analytics. The company formally launches at The Battery Show Europe 2018 with growing list of key customers.

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DECEMBER 5, 2017

In Shanghai, Ford Motor Executive Chairman Bill Ford and CEO Jim Hackett outlined the next phase of the company’s China expansion strategy, focused on SUVs, electric and connected vehicles, a streamlined business structure and closer connections to Chinese customers. —Jason Luo, chairman and CEO, Ford China.

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OCTOBER 4, 2017

Ford reaffirmed its 2017 full-year financial guidance and said its 2018 outlook will be provided in January. Specifically, Ford is: Accelerating the introduction of connected, smart vehicles and services customers want and value. By 2019, 100% of Ford’s new US vehicles will be built with connectivity. —Jim Hackett.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2022

and support digital cockpit, connectivity, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This will optimize hardware and software costs, allowing connection to the Physical Interface Unit (PIU), which provides the zonal interface with the vehicle’s actuators.

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MARCH 7, 2019

Kia used the Geneva International Motor Show as the platform to introduce the battery-electric e-Soul to Europe, as well as to reveal new upgrades to the Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid. Kia also introduced its new UVO CONNECT telematics technology in Geneva, available on the e-Soul and upgraded Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid.

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MARCH 28, 2017

The companies are to start using battery-electric vehicles in the logistics provider’s normal operations in a pilot phase in Stuttgart and Hamburg in early 2018. An important key aspect for the future is the gradual electrification of our fleet in urban areas. —Frank Rausch, CEO of Hermes Germany GmbH. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 30, 2020

The K5 Blazer-E is a functional proof of concept of the upcoming Electric Connect and Cruise package Chevrolet Performance plans to sell in the second half of 2021. Chevrolet first previewed the eCrate conversion concept with the Chevrolet eCOPO Camaro in 2018 ( earlier post ), followed by the Chevrolet E-10 in 2019.

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JUNE 29, 2018

A team at Sichuan University in China is proposing a novel lithium-ion/oxygen hybrid battery system that exploits the advantages and minimizes the disadvantages of both lithium-ion batteries (LIB) and lithium-oxygen batteries (LOB). Development of beyond LIB systems is a way to meet the urgent need. —Mu et al.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

The electric campaign is now gaining momentum at the 2018 IAA Commercial Vehicles show. The models can be delivered with different battery sizes according to the vehicles’ intended use and budget. The flow of high-voltage energy between the motor and the battery is controlled by the power electronics. One highlight is the I.D.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Under the agreement, all parties will leverage their technology and product strengths to develop a battery electric vehicle platform for production at JAC Volkswagen. The products which will be manufactured on the battery electric vehicle platform will address the e-mobility requirements of Chinese customers.

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DECEMBER 28, 2015

In 2018, Audi will launch its first large‑series battery‑electric vehicle, based on the Audi e-tron Quattro concept. Thomas Sigi, Board of Management Member for Human Resources at Audi AG, said the company is also looking for experts in areas important for the future. Earlier post.)

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JUNE 2, 2017

The joint venture also includes the development and production of components for new energy vehicles (NEV), the development of vehicle connectivity and automotive data services. It is planned that the new joint venture with JAC should produce its first jointly developed electric vehicle in 2018. million electric vehicles in 2025.

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OCTOBER 10, 2021

It is estimated that the cost to replace 9,740 diesel buses with battery-powered electric buses, as well as the cost to procure chargers and build-out electrical connections for the chargers, is $4.04 455 on 14 February 2018. billion through Fiscal 2035, or $310.9 The legislation was introduced to the Council as Intro.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Porsche is inviting developers from around the world to work on digital mobility solutions for future Porsche sports cars with the launch of the second edition of the “Porsche Next OI” developer competition. Porsche launched the first open innovation competition for digital developments in February 2018.

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JUNE 18, 2021

Furthermore, Electrify America and Daimler AG are providing drivers with Plug & Charge functionality per the ISO15118 standard, enabling EQS drivers with an activated Mercedes me Charge account to start a session and receive complimentary charging simply by connecting the Electrify America High Power DC charger, simply by plugging in.

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JULY 25, 2019

Toyota and DiDi announced collaboration on e-Palette in January 2018 ( earlier post ), and launched vehicle-related services, including a vehicle leasing service and various services for DiDi ride-hailing drivers at a Toyota dealer in May 2018. (GTMC) for vehicle-related services for ride-hailing drivers.

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OCTOBER 27, 2018

The Board of Directors of Terraframe—a Finnish multi-metal company producing nickel, zinc, cobalt and copper—has greenlighted the investment of €240 million in a battery materials plant. Terraframe has signed a contract with Sweco for the detail engineering design of the battery chemicals plant.

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JULY 6, 2016

The Common Module Family and cross-production continue to reduce costs, while the development of technologies including autonomous drive and vehicle connectivity is expected to generate major savings moving forward. billion) in synergies in 2018. Collaborative work on Electric Vehicles, Autonomous Drive and connectivity.

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JULY 18, 2019

Groupe Renault and Jiangling Motors Corporation Group (JMCG) announced the official establishment of their joint venture to further promote the development of the EV industry in China, following a first agreement on 20 December 2018. Groupe Renault will increase its share capital by RMB 1 billion (about €128.5

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JANUARY 26, 2019

The charging station is an element in the end-to-end responsibility of Group Components for the high-voltage battery—from the development of cell production competences through to recycling. Developers and planners have already been involved in piloting the concept for the flexible fast charging station since 2018.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and grid energy storage all rely on efficient and affordable energy storage solutions, primarily lithium-ion batteries. Let’s look at the advancements in battery cost reduction, navigate through supply chain complexities, and explore the promising prospects ahead for the EV market.

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APRIL 8, 2019

liter CRDi 48V diesel powertrain introduced in the New Tucson in 2018, Hyundai Motor has now combined its efficient and responsive 48V mild hybrid technology with the 100 kW/136-PS 1.6-liter The technology comprises a 48-volt battery, a Mild Hybrid Starter Generator (MHSG) and LDC converter (Low Voltage DC/DC). In addition to the 2.0-liter

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FEBRUARY 7, 2018

The UK’s Faraday Institution recently announced up to £42 million (US$58 million) in new government funding to four UK-based consortia to conduct application-inspired research aimed at overcoming battery challenges to accelerate the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. Earlier post.). —Business Minister Richard Harrington. million (US$6.4

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MAY 7, 2020

The partnership will deliver Volvo’s first fully self-driving technology for highways and paves the way for future active safety developments. Volvo Cars took a stake in Luminar in 2018 ( earlier post ). Volvo Cars will equip its next-generation cars with Luminar LiDAR and perception technology.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2017

One battery-electric truck, a clean natural-gas hybrid-electric truck and a diesel-hybrid truck are now driving on a one-mile catenary system on the north- and south-bound lanes of South Alameda Street from East Lomita Boulevard to the Dominguez Channel in Carson. Earlier post.)

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JULY 7, 2018

Commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus, a member of the Volkswagen Group, will showcase its advances in the fields of electromobility, digitization and autonomous vehicles at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 in September. For us, one thing is clear: the future of urban passenger and cargo transport is electric.

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JANUARY 9, 2017

The concept full-size SUV is the basis for a production model that Audi will launch on the market in 2018; whether or not the first production version will be a plug-in hybrid has yet to be determined. kWh lithium-ion battery pack located in the rear comprises 104 prismatic cells, and enables an electric range of 60 kilometers (37.3

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