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Schaeffler introducing 4in1 electric axles for EVs

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In the future, Schaeffler will supply beam axles to automobile manufacturers, particularly in North America. Heat is a scarce and valuable resource in electric cars, which do not have the waste heat from internal combustion engines for heating the interior, for example. Axles like these are more than two meters wide.

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IEA technology and policy reports outline paths to halving fuel used for combustion-engined road transport in less than 40 years

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Tackling road transport energy use is vital to enhancing energy security and reducing carbon dioxide emissions globally. The report treats different motorized modes separately, with a focus on light-duty vehicles (LDVs), heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) and powered two-wheelers.

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Cellulosic nanocrystals from biomass waste for thermoplastics for automotive applications

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They are light, but very strong—30% lighter and 3-to-4 times stronger. With automobile manufacturers already testing nano-cellulose-reinforced plastics with promising results, he predicted they would be used within two years. The properties of these plastics are incredible.

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As An EV Maker, What Does It Take to Win the EV Race?

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The Race Among The Automobile Manufacturers The internal combustion engine (ICE) has powered our cars for over a century and is being gradually replaced by electric vehicles (EVs). To win the EV race, an auto manufacturer must be firmly committed to sustainability. in 2020 and the trend is not going down.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. EVs in general currently have a larger carbon burden in the production phase than conventional vehicles (e.g.,

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Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

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Exploring initiatives to promote responsible sourcing and sustainable mining practices will shed light on the industry’s efforts to minimize environmental and social impacts. These include the displacement of indigenous communities, land degradation, deforestation, water pollution, and carbon emissions associated with mining operations.