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Six Japan-based companies establish Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels

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Toyota Motor Corporation , and Toyota Tsusho Corporation established the Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels (Research Association) to study ways to optimize the process of producing fuel. ENEOS Corporation, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Subaru Corporation, Daihatsu Motor Co.

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Mercedes-Benz Cars and Telefónica Deutschland establish the world’s first 5G network for automobile production

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Together with telecommunications company Telefónica Deutschland and network supplier Ericsson, Mercedes-Benz Cars is putting in place the world’s first 5G mobile network for automobile production in its “Factory 56” in Sindelfingen. Once installation and commissioning are completed, the network will be operated by Mercedes-Benz Cars.

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EPA collects penalties for alleged automobile ‘defeat device’ violations by two Iowa companies

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of West Des Moines installed “defeat devices” in at least five vehicles. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached settlements with two Iowa companies for allegedly tampering with car engines to render emissions controls inoperative, in violation of the federal Clean Air Act. According to EPA, Menzel Enterprises Iowa Inc.

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CATL to adopt Toyocolor’s conductive carbon nanotube dispersions

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Lioaccum CNT dispersions are scheduled for installation into mass-produced vehicles beginning 2024. With governing bodies around the world tightening emission restrictions on gasoline-powered vehicles in an effort to achieve carbon neutrality, the percentage of EVs in the new vehicle market is expected to jump from 8% in 2022 to 30% in 2030.

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MAHLE combing advantages of SCT and MCT motors in new tech kit; new thermal management module

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The Superior Continuous Torque (SCT) electric motor is the only electric traction motor available on the market to date which can deliver high power continuously. This reduces installation space, development effort and costs. It is therefore especially attractive for use in commercial vehicles.

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Why Hotels Should Install Electric Vehicle Chargers for the Holidays

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In fact, holiday travel is expected to be up this year over last year, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). Adding a new revenue stream Not only can EV chargers offer hotels an opportunity to attract guests and expand their marketing reach, but they can also add an additional revenue stream.

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Kroger announces the installation of 350 EV chargers in ten U.S. states

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” Kroger will install Blink, Electrify America, EVgo, Tesla, and Volta EV charging stations for drivers to utilize. Its goal is to produce hundreds of charging stations for stores in various markets across the United States. . The post Kroger announces the installation of 350 EV chargers in ten U.S. The Kroger Co.