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European EAGLE project to develop gasoline engine with 50% peak efficiency; Renault to manufacture prototype

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The EAGLE (Efficient Additivated Gasoline Lean Engine) European research project is led by the French research organization IFP Energies nouvelles, with the participation of eight partners from Germany, France, Italy and Spain. —Jean-Marc Zaccardi, researcher at IFP Energies nouvelles and coordinator of the project.

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How Lindstrom is making EV cell manufacturing safer via its workwear | Autocar Professional

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Other areas in automotive that require workwear include after-sales workshops for mechanics, added Roy before continuing, “In India, the automobile industry accounts for 3–5% of the company’s total revenue.” Besides reducing emissions, recycling also keeps plastic bottles out of oceans and landfills.

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Audi opens power-to-gas facility in Werlte/Emsland; e-gas from water, green electricity and CO2

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Audi has opened its e-gas plant in Werlte, making it the first automobile manufacturer to develop a chain of sustainable energy carriers. The efficient use of energy flows is the top priority in the production sequence of the plant. Audi’s e-gas plant. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Volkswagen Group to invest more than €9.8 billion in China by 2015; efficient products and production

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Heizmann underscored that 26 models of the group had already been recognized as especially energy-saving and environmentally compatible by the state. The seven new plants will set new standards for sustainable automobile production. 88% of the waste and packaging material from the production process is recycled.

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DOE to award $68.5M for advanced vehicle technologies research

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) will award up to $68.5 The US Department of Energy (DOE) will award up to $68.5 Solutions may incorporate localized energy storage or electricity generation schemes, but should strive to keep both installation and operations costs low. Electric vehicle charging infrastructure cybersecurity.

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Why are some EV chargers more expensive than others?

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We do not want to waste money on cheap, low-quality commodities. Recently, the automobile industry has developed quickly. The automobile industry is investing in protecting the environment. They utilise clean energy and help to reduce noise pollution. However, we want to make sure we maximise satisfaction.

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ColognE-Mobil 2-Year EV Field Trial to Launch in January; 25 Ford BEVs

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Dr. Renatus Widmann / Dr. Thorsten Mietzel, Urban Water and Waste Management. Dr. Angelika Heinzel, energy. Dr. Holger Hirsch, energy transport and storage. Dr. Ferdinand Dudenhoeffer, general business and automotive industry I; Prof. Dr. Heike Proff, Business Administration and automobile industry II.

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