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Dutch companies form European Thermoplastic Automotive Composites consortium

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Thermoplastic composites that have been used in the automotive sector until now—primarily in sports cars and exclusive models—are proving not to be entirely satisfactory, the partners noted. In an eTAC context this collaboration will take on a more structural form and content, in order to speed up industrial solutions.

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DOE to award $68.5M for advanced vehicle technologies research

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Additionally, the amount of time spent by the automobile industry to validate that corrosion has been successfully mitigated is extensive, making the use of lightweight materials less attractive. Concept papers for this funding opportunity are due 29 May 2018, and full applications will be due 13 July 2018.

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‘Agri output and rural market dynamics to be key in 2024’: Manish Raj Singhania | Autocar Professional

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We are witnessing heavy discounting in every car segment, particularly the entry-level sedans, hatchbacks, and even entry-level SUVs. While waiting periods are already down to two to six months and are only limited to a few car models, we expect the supply chain to further improve in CY24 to ensure lower waiting periods.

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VW Chief Executive Says Company Will Introduce EVs Based on the Up! New Small Family in 2013; Cautions Against Electro-Hype

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Cautioning that the development and commercialization of the electric car is “ not a sprint, but a marathon ”, Volkswagen AG Chairman of the Board of Management Prof. Within a decade, he added, Volkswagen wants to offer significant numbers of pure electric cars at affordable prices and with the range expected by customers.

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Moore’s Not Enough: ?4 New Laws of Computing

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More than 200 such games have since been developed for the VCS—helping to spawn the sprawling, US$170 billion global video games industry today. The more affordable the price of a printer is kept, the higher is the demand for that printer’s ink cartridges. Ford produced the Model T, which was the first mass produced car.

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Renault presents the 235 mpg EOLAB prototype; plug-in “Z.E. Hybrid”; targeting production

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Meanwhile, the notion of such a car being produced in large numbers within the next 10 years was dialed into the plan from the start. EOLAB forms part of the “fuel consumption of 2 litres/100 km for all” plan introduced within the framework of France’s New Industrial Plan. Background. Hybrid system. Click to enlarge. Fed by a 6.7

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Story of TESLA Motors: Beginning, Fight, Survival, and Success

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Would it be wrong if I said that the history of the automobile industry has been divided into two parts, before Tesla and after Tesla , some might argue that I understand? Tesla Roadster proved that electric vehicles can be fun to drive, reliable, and can have the dashing looks of a sports car. Story Of Tesla, Inc.