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Mercedes-Benz presents prototype Unimog with hydrogen combustion engine; multi-power distribution

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At this year’s demopark open-air exhibition, Mercedes-Benz is presenting a prototype of the Unimog based on the U 430 with hydrogen-powered combustion engine as part of the publicly funded “WaVe” project. However, as space is limited, the installation of a purely battery-electric drive or hydrogen-based fuel cells would be challenging.

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Liquefied biogas Volvo Trucks models getting a new power level of 500 hp; more fuel efficient, larger tank

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(A small amount of diesel or HVO is used to ignite the gas.) The gas-powered trucks—the Volvo FH and FM—are getting a new power level of 500 hp, joining the previous 420 and 460 hp engines. The process for liquifying biogas is the same as for LNG; the gas is cooled down to –162 °C.

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks launching 3rd generation of OM 471 heavy-duty diesel

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For example, the geometry of the piston recess, the injection nozzle design and the parameters of the cylinder head relevant for gas exchange were subject to an extensive optimization process. The high-power variant is also used in the lower performance levels for the construction applications of the Arocs.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

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Electric vehicles have historically received a bad reputation for concerns around safety. Issues like thermal runaway, electrocution, and reports of inextinguishable fires plagued the pioneering electric vehicles. Useful terms: Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle (ICEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV).

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DOE to award up to $165M to advance domestic geothermal energy deployment; GEODE

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The Geothermal Energy from Oil and Gas Demonstrated Engineering (GEODE) initiative ( DE-FOA-0002632 ) solicits an administrator to establish and lead a consortium that will facilitate collaborative research, development, and demonstration (RD&D). The ultimate objective is to expand domestic geothermal deployment significantly.

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Cepsa to invest €3B in Andalusia to build the largest green hydrogen hub in Europe; additional €2B for renewable power

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Cepsa—the Spain-based multinational oil and gas company—will invest more than €3 billion to establish the Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley, creating the largest green hydrogen hub in Europe in southern Spain. Implementing this project will save six million tons of CO 2 emissions per year.

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New Nissan Qashqai in Europe to offer 12V MHEV and upgraded e-POWER powertrains

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Supporting Nissan’s goal of achieving 50% electrified sales in Europe by 2024, the new Nissan Qashqai will not only be available with a 1.3 DiG-T gasoline engine equipped with mild hybrid technology, but also e-POWER, Nissan’s non-plug-in series-hybrid electric powertrain in its European debut.

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