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Fraunhofer researchers develop new low-cost dry-film electrode production process

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Better and more cost-efficient production methods for energy storage are increasingly in demand, especially in Germany: All major automobile manufacturers have launched ambitious electric vehicle programs that will ensure a sharp rise in demand for batteries. This drying procedure usually causes high electricity costs.

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ICCT study assesses infrastructure needed to support near term deployment of zero-emission Class 4-8 vehicles in US

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Rapidly declining battery costs, low-cost electricity, and federal purchase incentives mean these vehicles will be cheaper to own and operate than diesel trucks before the end of this decade. This equates to around 1% of the total national electricity retail sales in 2021. Earlier post.)

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Is Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 the ultimate EV? Fast charging, long-range, and affordable price

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While automakers prepare to launch their next wave of electric vehicles, Hyundai already has an EV that checks all the boxes. According to a new report, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the only EV on the market offering fast charging in under 20 minutes, over 350 miles range, and at an affordable starting price. 361 $43,656 SEL RWD 77.4

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Nissan and Honda may team up to slash EV prices and take on Chinese automakers like BYD

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Nissan weighs partnership with Honda to lower EV prices As automakers look to prevent falling further behind EV leaders like BYD , partnerships could become more common According to Nikkei , Nissan may take the plunge as it weighs a partnership with Honda to develop more affordable EV tech. The partnership could include a new EV platform.

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Sayona acquiring Moblan project in boost for Québec lithium base

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LRC), Sayona will acquire LRC’s right to purchase the 60% interest in the Moblan project (Moblan Interest) held by Guo Ao Lithium Ltd (Guo Ao) and will acquire the Moblan Interest from Guo Ao for US$86.5 growing electric vehicle and battery industry. It is well serviced by key infrastructure and transport and has access to low?cost,

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ChargePoint acquires eBus and commercial vehicle management provider ViriCiti to accelerate fleet electrification

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ChargePoint Holdings, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging network operating in North America and Europe, has acquired ViriCiti, a leading provider of electrification solutions for eBus and commercial fleets. The ViriCiti team, customer accounts and technology will become part of ChargePoint’s operations.

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CapGemini: 87% of global consumers prefer personal vehicle to ensure safe travel, up from 57% in April 2020

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Almost half of global consumers (46%) are considering purchasing a car in the next 12 months, an increase from 35% in April 2020. Younger consumers (aged 18-35) are leading the trend, with 59% considering purchasing a car in the next 12 months compared with 46% across all age groups. Younger consumers are most likely to buy.

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