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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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Groupe Renault is creating the REFACTORY in Flins, the first European circular economy site dedicated to mobility. It will be based on a wide network of partners from all sectors and will revolve around 4 poles of activity, putting into practice the principles of the circular economy at each stage of the vehicle life cycle and mobility.

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ABI Research projects worldwide commercial EV market to surpass US$680B by 2027

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The growing affordability of EVs has been one of the biggest drivers for fleet electrification efforts. There has been a trend of EVs becoming more and more affordable due to advancements in battery technology and economies of scale in production.

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DOE issues RFI in support of medium- and heavy-duty truck research and development

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Affordable freight movement is essential for the nation’s economy. EERE is specifically interested in information on safe, efficient, affordable solutions that reduce energy use, emissions and total cost of ownership (purchase, fuel, maintenance and operational cost) for medium and heavy-duty trucking. DE-FOA-0002372 ).

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Toyota develops “Total-care Service” for ride-hailing companies; rollout with Grab in Singapore

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Working with ride-hailing companies, Total-care Service will enable Toyota to leverage onboard telematics data through a shared information platform and provide services such as fleet management, automotive insurance, and vehicle maintenance packages, aiming to expand the use of ride-hailing vehicles and enhance the driving experience for end users.

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New IACMI collaboration to develop advanced carbon fiber for hydrogen, natural gas storage tanks; $2.7M DOE award

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The new award is one of 18 projects and approximately $64 million in DOE funding that will support the H2@Scale vision for affordable hydrogen production, storage, distribution, and use. High Energy Sales, based in Charlotte, NC, will provide technical support on equipment and process design, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

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How to “Green” Your Car

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While yes, there is a huge push for EVs, realistically speaking, not that everyone can afford them. Even though you might not be able to afford something new that’s more eco-friendly, you don’t have to instantly think that all hope is lost, especially if you’re passionate about the environment and truly want to make a difference.

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How electric vehicles are helping gig delivery riders | Autocar Professional

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The accessibility and affordability of EVs have also increased over the past couple of years, opening employment opportunities for many new job-seekers in the gig economy. EVs will be the preferred mode of commute for them considering the low cost per kilometer, ease of riding and low maintenance costs.