Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2011

PowerGenix NiZn micro-hybrid prototype. PowerGenix, a manufacturer of high-performance, rechargeable Nickel-Zinc (NiZn) batteries ( earlier post ), has entered the burgeoning micro-hybrid electric vehicle market with its first production prototype product. Comparison of lead-acid and NiZn batteries for micro-hybrid applications.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Known as ‘Option B’, it is significantly tougher than the auto industry itself proposed via its representative body, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has higher fines for breaching emissions limits and rejects aids known as ‘Super Credits’. In the same period, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) would drop 12.4

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2011

Volvo Buses and Chinese SAIC Motors have agreed to form a new joint venture company for driveline systems for new energy buses such as hybrids and electric buses. Accelerating the development of the strategic new energy vehicle industry is a top priority for the Chinese government. Sunwin Bus delivered a total of 332 new energy buses.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2018

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, one of the world’s leading specialists in sealing technologies for the auto industry, has strengthened its position in the energy and electric mobility sectors with an acquisition and a strategic investment. Accordingly, the company has dual product development paths guiding its efforts.

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CN EV Post

MARCH 9, 2023

Image from BYD's Weibo) As the price war intensifies in China's auto industry, BYD has also started offering discounts for its two models, even though the official prices remain unchanged. Song family models include the hybrid Song Pro and Song Max, both of which are part of BYD's Dynasty lineup.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 27, 2011

The history of the auto industry is littered with the carcasses of the cars and companies that didn't make it. Modern hybrid-electric vehicles were first commercialized by Toyota, with its 1997 Prius (sold in the U.S. starting in 2000).

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EV Match

AUGUST 29, 2022

In our latest blog post, EVmatch advisor Jeff Pickett takes a deep dive into the landmark bill, looking at what the IRA means for climate change mitigation and the EV industry. Let’s dig into the specifics of what it means for the country, the planet, the EV industry and, perhaps of greatest interest to you, your wallet. borders. . $3

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2014

Based in Kamen, Germany, Vahle has 15 years of experience in contact-free energy transfer in industrial environments, while HELLA is a recognized leader in the development of electronics, software, processes and production in the auto industry. Marc Rosenmayr, CEO for HELLA Electronics in North and South America. Earlier post.).

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Teslarati

JUNE 15, 2023

” Toyota focuses on localization in China & the US to boost EV production The Japanese automaker aims to introduce an industry-changing battery before 2030 through its investments in new energy density, weight reduction, and development in aerodynamics. The Japanese automaker plans to sell 1.5 million BEV units by 2026. .

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 24, 2009

The United States Advanced Battery Consortium LLC (USABC)—an organization whose members are Chrysler Group LLC, Ford Motor Company and General Motors Company—is seeking requests for proposal information (RFPIs) for four projects related to advanced battery development for hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid electric and electric vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2010

On the heels of the Indianapolis 500 last weekend, the IZOD IndyCar Series has released a new engine strategy that reflects the downsizing trend in the larger commercial market. The new engine platform, which will debut in 2012, will allow manufacturers to produce engines with a maximum of six cylinders as well as maximum displacement of 2.4

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) will deliver two technical papers at SAE World Congress in April on its SpeedStart torque assist and kinetic energy recovery system ( earlier post ) and TIGERS turbine integrated gas energy recovery system ( earlier post ) for 48V mild hybrid vehicles. 48V Fuel Efficiency Hybrids Vehicle Systems'

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2017

Groupe Renault and Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited have signed a contract for the formation of a joint venture to manufacture and sell light commercial vehicles (LCV) under the Jinbei, Renault and Huasong brands with the goal of achieving 150,000 sales annually by 2022 and an acceleration of electrifying powertrains.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2009

The announcement marks the single largest investment in advanced battery technology for hybrid and electric-drive vehicles ever made. Industry officials expect that this $2.4 billion in cost-share from the award winners, will result directly in the creation tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs in the US battery and auto industries.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2017

EPA analysis demonstrates that compliance can be achieved through a number of different technology pathways reflecting predominantly the application of technologies already in commercial production. The Standards Will Achieve Significant CO 2 and Oil Reductions.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 7, 2009

CLEPA (the European umbrella membership organization representing the interests of the global automotive supply industry) and EUCAR (the European Council for Automotive R&D from the major European passenger car and commercial vehicle manufacturers) jointly prepared the document. Funding will be spread over four years. €1

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

The way cars are used here, the ways in which cars interact with the environment, the way in which human beings reside in urban centers in China are profoundly going to seed the development of the auto industry in every other part of the world. Hybrid bus. Hybrid passenger car. Earlier post.). Pure electric bus.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2013

Strong growth in Developing Asia-Pacific, improving stability in the EU and investment in new technologies will drive the industry forward. Megatrends driving the global automotive industry, according to the analyst group: European Union. R&D continues to grow as the industry approaches a new era of innovation and collaboration.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

The University of California, Davis, and the China Automotive Technology and Research Center (CATARC) have entered a new agreement to work together to help speed the commercialization of plug-in and fuel cell electric cars in China. The collaboration is intended to help expand the global market for zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 23, 2015

Inputs to the new Energy & Fuels Roadmap included recent UK & EU studies on automotive technologies, as well as roadmaps for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and internal combustion engines previously published by the Automotive Cuncil. Bio-hydrocarbons Biomass-to-Liquids (BTL) Electric (Battery) Hybrids Hydrogen Production Power-to-Gas'

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2013

The goal of USCAR is to further strengthen the technology base of the domestic auto industry through cooperative research and development. USABC is a subsidiary of the United States Council for Automotive Research LLC (USCAR).

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Electric Vehicles India

JUNE 11, 2021

The Government of India is continuously making efforts to bring the electric vehicles revolution in India through various initiatives be it providing exemption of tax on electric vehicles or providing incentives under the FAME II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and EV). Electric vehicles sales transportation electrification .

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2010

It will help build a customer base and begin laying the foundation for American leadership in the growing electric vehicles industry. This is part of a sustained effort to develop and commercialize technologies that will be broadly deployed throughout the American auto industry. Energy Secretary Steven Chu. Tenneco Inc.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2021

ushers in a new era for purpose made electric vans and Light Commercial Vehicles, which will contribute to emission free transportation and cities in the future. Last year’s targets were based on the assumption of selling 25% hybrid and electric vehicles by 2025. Financial Plan. Capital allocation is moving from EV-first to EV-only.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Government initiatives and policies promoting electric autos Recognizing the importance of electric autos in achieving a sustainable future, the Indian government has implemented several initiatives and policies to promote their adoption. Overall, the current market trends indicate a promising future for electric autos in India.

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Electric Vehicles India

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

India is the fifth-largest auto market with 3.49 million units combined sold in the passenger and commercial vehicles categories. It was the seventh-largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in 2019.The In the Vehicle Type market is segmented into passenger cars, commercial vehicles and two and three-wheelers.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The goal of USCAR is to further strengthen the technology base of the domestic auto industry through cooperative research and development. The Grid Interaction Tech Team helped to identify and address roadblocks that would prevent successful commercialization of all types of plug-in electric vehicles.

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Push EVs

JULY 13, 2023

Full electrics increased their share to 82.2%, with plugin hybrid share diminishing to 8.7%. Overall auto volume was 15,566 units, up 4.5% share in June, full battery electrics (BEVs) contributed 82.2%, with plugin hybrids (PHEVs) at 8.7%. With combined EVs at 90.9% of the market. YTD cumulative share.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2011

The objective of the alliance is to adapt lithium-ion battery technology to the requirements of automobiles, and thus explore the market for hybrid and electric vehicles. Bosch has extensive experience in hybrid and electric drive technology as well as power electronics, electric motors, transmissions and DC/DC converters.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In Andrew Frank is a significant industry dignitary credited as being the “Inventor” (or “Father”) of the modern day Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 4, 2009

Cautioning that the development and commercialization of the electric car is “ not a sprint, but a marathon ”, Volkswagen AG Chairman of the Board of Management Prof. Winterkorn noted that the industry is experiencing its worst crisis in decades, with a collapse in the global market of 18% in the first half of this year. Background.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2009

Cischke cited the recent agreement on one national standard for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions regulations as an example of how the government, the auto industry and the environmental community can work together toward common goals. Earlier post.) mpg in 2016.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2009

USCAR was founded in 1992 with the goal of strengthening the technology base of the US auto industry through cooperative research and development. Similarly, the DOE support for ‘grid-connected’ vehicles will indirectly support the ultimate commercialization of FCVs. Earlier post.). fleet model mix.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2014

Eight partnering states released their Multi-State ZEV Action Plan as the first promised milestone for the bi-coastal collaboration to pave the way for increasingly large numbers of zero emission vehicles: plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

It used to be called the Tokyo Motor Show, but in the new-speak 21st century automotive industry it is now the Japan Mobility Show. Whatever the name, the verdict is this was the best motor show of the post-pandemic era as the Japanese auto giants delivered a series of stunning electric concepts. Daihatsu me:Mo Daihatsu me:MO.

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Baua Electric

MAY 18, 2024

While overall, there’s a larger preference to move towards SUVs, there’s also a preference to move up the price ladder–both by the customer and driven by regulations, said Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer at Tata Passenger Electric Mobility. “A However, the industry’s growth in the last 2-3 years defies that notion.

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