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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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The study, which provides a joint industry analysis of how different types of batteries are used in different automotive applications, concludes that lead-based batteries will by necessity remain the most wide-spread energy storage system in automotive applications for the foreseeable future. Click to enlarge.

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EC proposes 95 grams CO2/km target for new cars by 2020, 147 grams for light vans; super credits for cars below 35g

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The European Commission today proposed targets for the further reduction of carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions from new cars and light commercial vehicles (vans) by 2020. The proposals will cut average emissions from new cars to 95 grams of CO 2 per km (g CO 2 /km) in 2020 from 135.7 The 163 g/mile limit would be equivalent to 54.5

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BMW Group, Daimler, Ford, Audi & Porsche JV for up to 350 kW CCS ultra-fast charging network along major highways in Europe

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By 2020 the customers should have access to thousands of high-powered charging points. As automobile manufacturer, we actively shape our future, not only by developing all-electrically powered vehicles but by building up the necessary infrastructure as well.

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European automotive sector calls for vehicle renewal incentives to kickstart economic recovery after COVID-19; 25-point action plan

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The response to COVID-19 is having a major impact on the economy, with retail and manufacturing activity crippled without precedence and concerns mounting on consumer sentiment. Demand stimulus will boost the utilization of our manufacturing capacity, safeguarding jobs and investments. Support up- and re-skilling of the labor force.

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BMW, Brilliance Auto expanding China JV; all-electric iX3 planned for export outside China

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Our agreement sets a long-term framework for our future in China—a future involving continued investment, further growth and a clear commitment to the development and production of electric vehicles. The all-electric BMW iX3, produced by BBA from 2020, will find customers around the world.

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Audi aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 30% over the vehicle lifecycle by 2025

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As electric cars are more energy-intensive to manufacture than models with combustion engines, Audi has set itself the long-term goal of decarbonizing the supply chain. Audi was the first automobile manufacturer to receive the Performance Standard certificate from the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative.

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BMW, Brilliance Auto expanding China JV; all-electric iX3 planned for export outside China

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Our agreement sets a long-term framework for our future in China—a future involving continued investment, further growth and a clear commitment to the development and production of electric vehicles. The all-electric BMW iX3, produced by BBA from 2020, will find customers around the world.

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