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New ArcelorMittal lightweight car door solutions; up to 34% weight savings over existing steel doors in medium-term

Green Car Congress

Carmakers need to reduce the weight of their vehicles in order to meet future regulations; currently-enacted regulations in Europe (tailpipe emissions) come into full force in 2015 and those for the USA (tailpipe emissions and fuel economy) come into full force in 2021. lbs) while meeting standard structural and safety requirements.

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A123 Systems introduces Li-ion 6T battery designed specifically for military applications; engine start and silent watch

Green Car Congress

The 6T is a standard form factor (10.5 Standard features and benefits of each of A123’s 6T battery models include: Longer Cycle and Calendar Life. This improves fuel economy and packing efficiency of the transport vehicle which allows for fewer trips into hostile areas. and is used in a wide range of applications.

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