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GM reveals new Ultium batteries and flexible global platform for rapid growth of EV lineup

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The heart of GM’s strategy is a modular propulsion system and a highly flexible, third-generation global EV platform powered by proprietary Ultium batteries. For example, GM plans 19 different battery and drive unit configurations initially, compared with 550 internal combustion powertrain combinations available today.

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Volkswagen lays out its NEW AUTO strategy: transforming from manufacturer to software-driven mobility provider; Scalable Systems Platform

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Volkswagen Group executives laid out the basics of the new Group strategy “NEW AUTO – Mobility for Generations to Come”, which will see the Group realign from being a from vehicle manufacturer to a leading, global software-driven mobility provider. Internal battery production, including repair and recycling, significantly reduces these costs.

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Delta Air Lines signs 75 MGPY for 7 years SAF deal with Gevo; oneworld Alliance members plan to buy 200 MGPY

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SAF is a critically important lever we have available today to help our industry reduce the lifecycle carbon emissions from aviation fuel. —Kelly Nodzak, Delta’s Director of Global Jet Fuel Procurement. The delivery of the SAF is expected to commence in 2027, for a five-year term.

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IEA working paper highlights potential role of natural gas in reducing global road transport CO2

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The global natural gas vehicle fleet has grown rapidly in the last 10 years, but still represents less than 1% of global transport fuel consumption. The global fleet of NGVs consists largely of passenger cars/LDVs, although there are some regional differences. Click to enlarge. gas sources, such as biogas or bio-synthetic gas.

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UC Berkeley EBI, Shell sign $25M partnership to fund new energy tech research

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UC Berkeley’s Energy Biosciences Institute has entered into a five-year research agreement with Shell International Exploration and Production to fund research that meets the growing demand for energy in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible.

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Deutsche Post DHL Group sees mass market potential for synthetic fuels in 5-10 years

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A global knowledge base is needed if we are to develop common standards. Some of the alternative fuels available today can already help significantly reduce emissions with minor or no modifications to engines and infrastructures. Progress can only be accelerated through dialogue and coordinated action.

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Danfoss and Google enter into a strategic partnership on AI and energy efficiency | Autocar Professional

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Under the partnership, Danfoss, the Danish multinational engineering group, will use Google Cloud’s generative AI capabilities to optimise the customer experience, streamline internal work processes, and improve productivity across the organisation. Google Vice President of Data Center Innovation, J.P.

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