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GM reveals new Ultium batteries and flexible global platform for rapid growth of EV lineup

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The heart of GM’s strategy is a modular propulsion system and a highly flexible, third-generation global EV platform powered by proprietary Ultium batteries. GM’s all-new modular platform and battery system, Ultium. GM’s joint venture with LG Chem to develop and mass produce battery cells will drive cell costs below $100 per kWh.

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Efficient Drivetrains, Shannxi Automotive reveal PHEV Class 8 cement mixer truck

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Shaanxi Automotive has committed to new energy as part of its portfolio of vehicle offerings, and continues to lead the way in providing zero-emissions vehicles featuring electric as a primary fuel source—representing almost 50% of its market share.

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

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Major factors driving this growth include declining battery costs leading to more affordable EVs, expanded charging infrastructure, government incentives and standards, and corporate sustainability initiatives. Challenges that EV OEMs are addressing include limited driving range, battery life and maintenance, to name a few.

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MIT analysis finds current EVs could replace ~90% of personal vehicles now on the road based on driver’s energy consumption

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The team found that the vast majority of cars on the road consume no more energy in a day than the battery energy capacity in affordable EVs available today. Even as batteries improve, there will continue to be a small number of high-energy days that exceed the range provided by electric vehicles.

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More details about California’s proposal requiring bidirectional charging capabilities for all EVs

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Poilasne believes this is the best approach, as it allows infrastructure providers to explore different varieties of V2X, and will drive auto OEMs and utilities to develop their parts of the V2X ecosystem. A handful of bidirectional-capable EVs are available today, and automakers are quickly implementing the technology.

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Electrify America, Sacramento announce Green City investments: ZEV car-sharing, ZEV bus and shuttle routes, EV charging systems

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The projects—which include two new car sharing services, new ZEV bus and shuttle routes and electric vehicle charging systems throughout the region—are part of Electrify America’s Green City Initiative, which was announced by the company and city officials in 2017. Test the economic viability of ZEV access initiatives.

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Nissan Leaf – Taking Reservations

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The only all-electric “highway-capable&# vehicle available today is the $109,000 Tesla Roadster. Americans who have been waiting for an affordable, all-electric car won’t have to wait much longer. Electric vehicles are powered by batteries instead of internal combustion engines. By Dana Hull.

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