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Arctic Whisper fast-charged extended range electric bus enters passenger service

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The Arctic Whisper is the first in a fleet of affordable, sustainable, low-carbon urban buses for Umeå City. sbaar—an overhead, pantograph-based fast-charging station for buses—for 5-10 minutes at the end of its route to achieve nearly 100% all-electric operation but with the reliability of diesel. Earlier post.).

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Nissan and Eaton partner on second-life EV battery applications

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The storage and control module will offer an affordable, long-term method for harnessing clean energy, further facilitating the deployment of renewable energy and increased grid stability and efficiency. The new Nissan LEAF 30 kWh has an extended range of up to 250 km (155 miles) on a single charge.

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GM Reaffirms Commitment to Biofuels, Calls for Ongoing Commercialization and Infrastructure Support

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GM also plans to make the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle flex-fuel-capable about a year or so after it’s introduced. GM, which has made investments in cellulosic ethanol producers Coskata and Mascoma, is supporting the development of third-generation renewable gasoline and diesel (i.e.,

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DOE awards $60M to 24 R&D projects to accelerate advancements in zero-emissions vehicles

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Awardees across 12 projects will focus on developing next-generation lithium batteries with improved lifespan, safety, and affordability; improving the performance and durability of electrolytes that carry ions within batteries; and increasing the power density of electric drive systems. Total award amount: $28.1 BorgWarner, Inc.

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Multiple battery breakthroughs! Why CATL’s three new batteries could change electric cars as we know them

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This technology represents a fundamental shift in how we approach electric vehicle range limitations, said CATL. By combining two distinct battery technologies in one package, were able to optimise both high-power performance and extended range capabilities. Radical EV shift!

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Tank 500 Ultra Review: Is this the electrified 4×4 wagon that signals the end for Toyota’s dirty diesels?

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Instead of being diesel like virtually all its rivals, the Tank 500 is electrified via a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain. READ MORE: 2024 GWM Ora Extended Range review: One of Australia’s cheapest electric cars tested READ MORE: New EV electric car calendar READ MORE: It’s got the Poer! SCORE: 3.5/5

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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The Cadillac Converj extended-range electric vehicle Concept uses the Voltec platform. GM expects HCCI, when combined with enabling technologies like variable valve actuation and advanced electronic engine controls, to provide a 12-15% improvement in overall fuel economy while being more affordable than hybrid or diesel technologies.

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