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Hyliion acquires KARNO fuel-agnostic generator technology from GE for range-extended electric truck

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The Hyliion KARNO solution offers a next-generation powertrain option between the CNG/RNG-fueled generator used in the Hypertruck ERX and the future Hypertruck Fuel Cell. The technology is expected to achieve a 20%+ efficiency improvement over today’s conventional generators and could be more efficient than most available fuel cells.

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Qualcomm unveils next-gen powerline communication device to support vehicle-to-EVSE smart-grid communications

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Smart-grid charging applications supported by the CCS standard allows users the flexibility to choose optimal charging times and extract energy from their EVs as needed, supporting the growing need for EV charging while minimizing peak load power generation and distribution requirements. —Lars Boeryd, Sr.

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McLaren Applied selects STMicroelectronics to supply SiC power modules for next-gen inverter

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It has been designed for automotive applications, including direct drive, that are capable of operating high-speed motors efficiently and adhere to ISO 26262 ASIL-D standards. The next-generation IPG5 800V silicon carbide inverter can power electric motors to more than 400kW peak, 250kW continuous, at an unprecedented weight and volume.

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Electrify America, Mercedes-Benz USA announce two years of complimentary nationwide fast charging for all-electric EQS

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Furthermore, Electrify America and Daimler AG are providing drivers with Plug & Charge functionality per the ISO15118 standard, enabling EQS drivers with an activated Mercedes me Charge account to start a session and receive complimentary charging simply by connecting the Electrify America High Power DC charger, simply by plugging in.

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Biden Administration releases EV Charging Action Plan

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To gather input from the widest possible array of stakeholders, DOT has a new EV Charging Request for Information, where stakeholders can submit their priorities for Federal standards and guidance for consideration. Guidance and Standards for States and Cities. Requesting Information from Domestic Manufacturers.

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Rolls-Royce releasing mtu rail engines for sustainable fuels

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With synthetic diesel fuels of the EN15940 standard, CO 2 emissions can be reduced by up to 100% compared to fossil diesel. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO or renewable diesel), which is already commercially available today, reduces CO 2 emissions by up to 90%. DB Cargo also uses HVO in other locomotives in its fleet.

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FCC modernizes the 5.9GHz band; Wi-Fi and C-V2X

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GHz band (5.850-5.925 GHz) to make new spectrum available for unlicensed uses, such as Wi-Fi, and to improve automotive safety. Offloading mobile data traffic to Wi-Fi has also helped keep America’s cellular networks from being overwhelmed and will continue to do so in the future. GHz band available for unlicensed use.

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