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ZF showcases new eMobility kit for commercial e-mobility; AxTrax 2 drives

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ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division presented its latest eMobility kit, which now includes all-electric central drives, axle drives and eComponents. The kit consists of scalable axle and central drive systems. Used as an electric drive axle in semitrailers, AxTrax 2 can recover electrical energy when braking.

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ZF presents the Modular eDrive Kit; reducing development time for new e-drives by up to 50%

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At IAA Mobility in Munich, ZF is presenting the Moldular eDrive Kit for purely electric drives. Th kit bundles the entire expertise of ZF's e-mobility team for system solutions, components, and software controls in a flexible and modular platform. This results in energy efficiency of three TeraOPS per watt.

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€7M German project to develop processes and demand scenarios for the mass production of synthetic fuels; “Refineries for Future”

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To cover future needs of heavy-duty vehicles, airplanes, and ships and provide chemical industry with basic substances, we will require the corresponding industrial facilities. In spite of increasing electric mobility in the transport sector, we will continue to need liquid fuels for a long time. Scheme of the planned process network.

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KIT launches AgiloDrive project on agile production system for electric motors

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In Germany, the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has launched AgiloDrive, a project seeking to develop novel product kits and production technologies for electric motors for direct transfer to industry. An electric motor for EVs, which is adapted to the installation space. Photo: Schaeffler). Photo: Gehring).

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Mattel creates the perfect Tesla Cybertruck LEGO kit that never was

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Similar to the Hot Wheels Cybertruck Mattel dropped previously, the MEGA version will feature some specific, unique details that can only be found on Tesla’s electric pickup truck. This buildable MEGA X Cybertruck is the pinnacle of our devotion and literally puts the future in your hands,” read the announcement. Pacific Time.

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Toyota to begin assembling fuel cell modules for heavy-duty trucks at Kentucky plant in 2023

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The FC modules bring Toyota’s electrification strategy further into focus as it will allow truck manufacturers to incorporate emissions-free fuel cell electric technology into existing platforms with the technical support of Toyota under the hood. This second-generation fuel cell system is necessary for a carbon neutral future.

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Software Upgrade to Prius PHEV NiMH Conversion Kit Enables All-Electric Driving At Up to 70mph

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kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. What we’re essentially offering is all-electric performance for about 25 miles at highway speeds.

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