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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

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The auto industry is eager to move as fast as it can towards zero-emission vehicles. In order to compensate for this highly fragmented market, more than 50% of all new cars sold in Western Europe would have to be battery electric in order to reach an EU-wide average benchmark of 30% by 2030, as proposed by the Commission.

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CPT presenting two papers at SAE World Congress on SpeedStart and TIGERS for 48V mild hybrid systems

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There is a continual drive within the auto industry for low carbon vehicle technologies. The new 48V DC standard provides the opportunity for a cost effective approach based on switched reluctance motor generator technology with integrated power electronics and control software. —Nick Pascoe.

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European automakers define recommendations to standardize charging of plug-in vehicles; 2017 for harmonized application

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For wireless communication, the industry decided to select a PLC technology. The auto industry advocates full implementation for new vehicle types from 2017. Wireless solutions should be developed further in the future and will, for the moment, reflect additional company specific extensions and business cases.

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2025-2035: Rewriting The Automotive History

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A recent report from the Environmental Defense Fund indicates that electric vehicle sales volumes are growing at a rapid pace, signalling an epochal shift in the auto industry over the next decade. ” We will undoubtedly make use of that resource.” Jaguar Land Rover. Hyundai-Kia. Mercedes-Benz.