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Renault partners with R-FIT to launch electric retrofit kits in France

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The three retrofitted models will be on show at the Renault stand at the annual classic auto show, Rétromobile. Having passed the various certification tests at UTAC (the French car, motorcycle, and bicycle technical union), this conversion offers a level of safety that meets market standards.

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EU lawmakers approve regulation to manufacture batteries greener

Baua Electric

Beneath the foundations, brightness method of delivery (LMT) batteries, which incorporates electrical scooters and motorcycles, and rechargeable commercial batteries will have to claim and label their carbon footprint. The post EU lawmakers approve regulation to manufacture batteries greener appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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8 ZEV states announce US ZEV sales top 260,000 units

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A ZEV Showcase accompanying the announcement included the new Toyota Fuel Cell Concept car (which will be formally revealed next month at the LA Auto Show), as well as the Harley-Davidson electric “Livewire” motorcycle and some of the newest commercially available models, including the Tesla Model D and the Mercedes B class EV.

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EC rolls out CARS 2020 action plan for European auto industry

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Priorities will include motorcycles, safety of new vehicle technologies (EVs) and technologies supporting driver behavior and enforcement of road rules (intelligent speed management devices, seat belt reminders, ITS, ecodriving). The Commission will also explore with the EIB the possibility of financing projects linked to electromobility.

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Best speakers ever

Electric Auto Association

Electric Auto Association Silicon Valley (EAASV), established in 1967 as the original Electric Auto (now Vehicle) Association, has a long history of attracting members and presenting speakers who have gone on to become tech and transportation luminaries. Founding EVA chapter connects with entrepreneurial stars.

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ZAP, Zhejiang Jonway Partner to Target China and Export EV Markets

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US-based electric vehicle provider ZAP and China auto manufacturer Zhejiang Jonway Automobile Co. The Taizhou-based automaker markets and sells vehicles in China through a network of more than 600 auto dealerships. The company recently began producing electric motorcycles and related vehicles. The Jonway A380. Click to enlarge.

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EV Guru: Sodium-Ion Batteries are Coming Sooner Than You think!

Plug In India

Multiple auto makers are seeking a secure supply chain for battery materials. ​Rechargeable sodium-ion batteries are similar in construction to lithium-ion ones. So for ultra efficient vehicles like scooters or motorcycles, LFP batteries and Sodium-Ion can work totally fine. They both are alkaline metals.

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