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RUSAL opens new low-carbon aluminum smelter in Taishet

Green Car Congress

The smelter operates on clean energy from Siberian hydroelectric power plants, which together with modern gas cleaning equipment and a closed water circulation system, has a low level impact on the environment. Approximately one quarter of production will serve the domestic Russian market.

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Audi introducing supercharged gasoline engine version of SQ5 SUV at Detroit Show

Green Car Congress

Audi will introduce an SQ5 model powered by a supercharged gasoline engine at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show; heretofore, the SQ5 was only powered by a 3.0-liter New Audi SQ5. The new Audi SQ5 shown at the Detroit Auto Show is powered by a 3.0L bar; two intercoolers then cool it for greater power.

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BYD confirms Shark electric pickup name as Ford F-150 Lightning rival in latest teaser

Baua Electric

A new electric pickup is coming to global markets. Designed by ex-Lamborghini and Audi designer Wolfgang Egger, the truck resembles the Ford F-150 Lightning or Toyota Hilux with four doors, rugged fenders, and a big “BYD ” logo on the front grille. BYD’s Shark electric pickup will meet the growing demand in China and global markets.

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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

Green Car Congress

Judged by a panel of 76 motoring journalists from 36 countries as disparate as the USA, Japan, China, Russia, New Zealand, India, Korea, Germany, France, Romania, South Africa, Mexico and the UK, the Awards highlight and acknowledge engine engineering excellence. Compared with a 1.2-liter litres/100km (54 mpg US) in the Fiat 500.

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What is the Combined Charging System (CCS) Standard?

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CCS combines the existing J1772 standard connection for Level 1 or Level 2 AC-powered EV charging with a two-pin connector for up to 350MW of DC-powered fast charging. Both CC1 and CC2 use the same style connector for DC-powered charging. These moves ensure that NACS will maintain market leadership in adoption.