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NEC introduces 12V Li-ion battery line for stationary applications

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NEC Energy Solutions, along with NEC Corporation, has announced production availability of the Li-ion ALM 12V35 product line of 12-Volt batteries utilizing Nanophosphate lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO 4 ) technology from A123 Systems. All ALM 12V35 models are available now and are shipping to initial customers.

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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

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SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, continues to spearhead the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, giving customers the widest choice of vehicles that are cleaner, more sustainable and offer even greater efficiency. A CNG vehicle reduces CO 2 emissions by about 25% compared to a gasoline-driven equivalent.

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The State of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Electrification

Driivz

Delivery vans, commercial-use vans, and pickup trucks are considered light-duty vehicles. Electric school buses equipped with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology also have tremendous potential as “batteries on wheels” that can store electricity and provide it to the grid or to buildings when needed. and Europe.

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Muons and ADNA proposing using accelerator-driven subcritical reactor for heat for production of synthetic fuels and chemicals

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An initial proposed plant using GEM*STAR’s with the Fischer-Tropsch process would produce 70 million gallons of diesel fuel per year at an estimated cost of production of less than $2.00 The GEM*STAR (Green Energy Multiplier*Subcritical Technology for Alternative Reactors) being developed by ADNA Corp. Muons, Inc. , biomass or coal).

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Keepin' it simple

Plugs and Cars

Nissan and GM have each had their preferred provider for home charge stations in an attempt to streamline the process, but many customers have had complaints about the cost and scheduling. Dozens of manufacturers seem to be selling equipment at a range of prices, but few actually are available now. Cost of upgrade: under $300.

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From EV Range Anxiety to Range Confidence

Blink Charging

A study by Cox Automotive revealed that over 80% of consumers hesitated to embrace electric vehicles due to worries about range anxiety, possibly stemming from uncertainty about the technology. With technological advancements and the widespread development of charging infrastructure, there is a shift from range anxiety to range confidence.

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Stretch 3 Brings Us Closer to Realistic Home Robots

Cars That Think

It’s that engagement with the world about where to apply the technology beneficially. They can do that right now while keeping the lights on. Stretch 3 is available now for $24,950 , which is just about the same as the cost of Stretch 2 with the optional add-ons included. That’s part of our discipline.”