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XALT Energy introduces Gen II NMC-G Li-ion cell with 223 Wh/kg; 47% greater energy density

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At the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) EXPO 2017 in Atlanta, XALT Energy introduced its first second-generation (Gen II) battery cell to its portfolio of lithium-ion cells. The modular pack delivers specific energy of 175 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg). kilowatt-hour (kWh) total energy.

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Ford begins production of 2012 Focus Electric at Michigan Assembly, C-MAX models on deck

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The 19 launch markets also include Atlanta; Austin and Houston, Texas; Boston; Chicago; Denver; Detroit; Los Angeles; San Francisco; San Diego; New York; Orlando, Fla.; A limited number of Focus Electrics will first be available in California and the New York/New Jersey areas. Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Portland, Ore.; Raleigh-Durham, N.C.;

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Allison Transmission announces global availability of 9-speed transmission, expanded electrification portfolio at IAA CV

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At IAA Commercial Vehicles, Allison Transmission announced that it will offer its medium-duty, fully automatic 9-speed transmission globally, and that it has developed an electric hybrid system with purely electric extended range.

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Navistar launches NEXT eMobility Solutions unit to focus on truck and bus electrification

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Navistar, a leading maker of commercial vehicles, has launched a new business unit, NEXT eMobility Solutions, to deliver customized electrification solutions in the truck and school bus markets. Constructing the vehicle, taking advantage of Navistar’s world-class commercial vehicle manufacturing capability.

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President Obama Announces 48 Projects to Receive $2.4B in Grants for Next-Generation of Batteries and Electric Vehicles; To be Combined with $2.4B in Industry Cost-Share

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Expansion of manufacturing for existing electric drive power electronics components for both passenger and commercial vehicles. Increasing US capacity to manufacture hybrid systems for the commercial truck market. Accelerate the launch and commercialization of PHEVs and EVs by partnering with 15 of America's leading utilities.

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