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Nissan introduces new Townstar LCV in gasoline and electric versions

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With a fully electric powertrain in addition to a gasoline-powered option in van and combi (passenger) versions, the new Townstar brings a suite of 20+ technologies to the compact van offering. Customers of the fully electric all-new Townstar will also have the ProPILOT advanced driver assistance system.

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BYD partners with Keihan Bus and Kansai Electric Power to build Japan’s first pure electric bus loop line

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BYD Japan, Keihan Bus and Kansai Electric Power announced a tripartite deal in Kyoto, Japan, which will see the three parties work together to help the city achieve Japan’s 2050 carbon neutrality target and build a carbon-free society. This will also become the country’s first loop line operated solely by electric buses.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

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With the global push towards sustainability, the rise of electric autos in India comes as no surprise. The Indian government has introduced various incentives and initiatives, such as subsidies and tax benefits, to promote the adoption of electric autos.

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Slowing EV uptake may delay Panasonic’s EV battery expansion, says CEO – ET Auto

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A slowdown in the take-up of electric vehicles in the U.S. Kusumi’s remarks may suggest Panasonic will not build a third battery plant in North America with its energy unit any time soon. It would probably take a while for the company to make a decision, Kusumi said. Panasonic Energy has a battery factory in the U.S.

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Old empires could be the key to a new car future – ET Auto

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The most promising path to exploiting hydrogen is to store the gas in a tank, as you would gasoline, then feed it into a fuel cell where it combines with oxygen to create an electric current, with water as a byproduct. Put this in a car and you have a fuel-cell electric vehicle. Building and driving the vehicle is the easy part.

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Honda announces next steps in preparation for EV production in US

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In October 2022, Honda announced that it would invest $700 million to retool several of its existing auto and powertrain plants to establish the new EV Hub in Ohio, to prepare for the production of battery electric vehicles in 2026. Marysville Auto Plant (MAP). Indiana Auto Plant (IAP). Anna Engine Plant (AEP).

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Biden attends the Detroit auto show to further promote EVs

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President Joe Biden (Joe Biden) attended the Detroit Auto Show on Sept. 14, thus making more people aware of the accelerating transition to electric vehicles by automakers and the billions of dollars companies are investing in building battery plants. transition from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles.

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