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Polestar reduced greenhouse-gas emissions by 6% per car in 2021

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Standalone Swedish premium electric vehicle manufacturer. In 2021, Polestar reduced greenhouse gas-emissions per car sold by 6% through its focus on increased efficiency and use of renewable energy. Polestar has released its second Annual Review and Sustainability report , highlighting progress towards its ambitious climate goals.

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Mitsubishi Motors and the Thai Government to start joint study for fleet testing of i-MiEV; MMC adding third plant in Thailand for global small car production

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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and the government of Thailand agreed to start joint study for fleet testing of electric vehicles (EV). It will produce the “global small” 1.0-1.2L The third factory will be built adjacent to the first and second factories, and is planned to start mass production in March 2012.

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Johnson Controls begins production of batteries for Start-Stop vehicles in China

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The global Start-Stop market for new vehicles could reach 49 million annually by 2020. During this time, the vehicle’s electrical systems—from entertainment to lights—use energy from an advanced lead-acid battery rather than the gas-powered engine, thus saving fuel. Earlier post.).

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New high-temperature ceramic capacitor could reduce cooling needs in power electronics for hybrids and EVs

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Scientists from the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) in the UK have developed a new lead-free, high-temperature ceramic capacitor that could improve the efficiency and reliability of electric and hybrid vehicles. Batteries Electric (Battery) Hybrids Materials Power Electronics' —Tatiana Correia, project lead at NPL.

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CEO’s Take On 2024: Demand for feature-rich, safe, connected and electric vehicles to drive auto parts industry, says Bosch India chief – ET Auto

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While there has been rapid growth in the Indian auto component industry in recent years and several factors paint a promising picture for the future as well, it is expected to show a natural moderation in 2024. The Indian economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of shifting global dynamics.

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

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Picture this: Workers clad in standard-issue workwear, step onto the factory floor involved in cell manufacturing for electric vehicles (EVs). Their every move—shuffling across the floor, reaching for components—accumulates static electricity.

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Use of onboard chargers in EVs: Enhancing consumer experience | Autocar Professional

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In recent years, the global automotive landscape has witnessed a significant surge in the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs), indicating a growing confidence among consumers in this eco-friendly mode of transportation. What is an OBC? Onboard chargers come in various capacities, typically ranging from 3.3 kW to 22 kW.

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