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Penn team proposes liquid-organic hydrogen carriers as endothermic fuels for hypersonic aircraft

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For comparison, the reaction of methylcyclohexane formed tars that quickly blocked the reactor, even at 500 °C on this catalyst. These results suggest that LOHC could serve as alternative fuels for endothermic cooling. suggests an alternative approach to avoid the known problem set. —Cao et al. earlier this year.

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New UMTRI paper reviews major advantages and disadvantages of battery-electric and fuel-cell vehicles

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A new report from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) reviews the major advantages and disadvantages associated with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs). For current gasoline-powered ICE vehicles at an average fuel economy of 23.3 mp and a fuel price of $2.35

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European Strategy for low-emission mobility stresses digital tech, electrification and ZEVs

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In accordance with Directive on alternative fuel infrastructure, Member States are required to implement common standards, including a common plug for electric vehicles, and roll out infrastructure for alternative fuels. This would make charging of electric vehicles easier. Zero-emission vehicles.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Volkswagen Performance Sedans

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In this Flash Drive review we will take a quick look at the 2022 Volkswagen gasoline-powered performance cars, which include the Jetta GLI, Golf GTI and Golf R. Clean Fleet Report will review the 2022 Jetta and Jetta GLI in the coming months, reporting on what it is like to drive these fine cars over the course of several hundred miles.

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An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test

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Electrify America’s charging network were the backbone of our trip Cost Comparison We charged 412.23 The fuel costs we saw posted during our trip averaged $4 per gallon for 87 octane, which would be $276 gasoline costs, so advantage electric, but not by much. miles per kWh. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

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5 Best Electric Car Insurance Tips for Millennials

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More so, you should take the time to review your credit report. Some companies are offering what is known as a green car discount or alternative fuel discount for those who own electric vehicles. You will find several insurance comparison tools. This will show your financial responsibility. Instead, you can do so online.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

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When comparison shopping compact SUVs, if a plusher interior is a pacing item, the Taos may be a bit Spartan. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Story and photos by John Faulkner.