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HYVIA unveils two new hydrogen light commercial vehicle prototypes

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Following on the reveal of Renault Master Van H2-TECH last month ( earlier post ), HYVIA has unveiled two new Hydrogen Light Commercial Vehicles prototypes with zero CO 2 tailpipe emissions, increased range, and 5-minute refueling time. Both vehicles will be available in 2022 with green hydrogen production and distribution solutions.

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HYVIA unveils Renault Master Van H2-TECH prototype

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HYVIA, the joint venture between Renault Group and Plug Power ( earlier post ), has unveiled the Renault Master Van H2-TECH prototype. A large van for transporting goods, with 12 m 3 of cargo volume and a range of up to 500 km, the van will be available in 2022. HYVIA also unveiled its Hydrogen Refueling Station prototype.

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BMW Lightly Updated the 4 Series for 2025

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The 4 Series cars build on the slightly smaller 3 Series with sleeker styling and other touches, and the range got a mild update for 2025 that brings better tech and slight cosmetic upgrades. The new cars get a revised grille and new headlight units with fresh daytime running lights. Image: BMW] Become a& TTAC insider.

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The 2025 Lincoln Aviator Picks Up a New Face and More Tech

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The 2025 Aviator picks up new available features, including BlueCruise and updated styling elements that give it a more modern look. Adaptive air suspension is available, and the SUV has extensive sound deadening for a supremely quiet ride. Lincoln equips a twin-turbo V6 but dropped the hybrid model for 2025.

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ORNL researchers use stop-light cameras to reduce fuel consumption of less-efficient vehicles via traffic management

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Approximately 6 billion gallons of fuel are wasted in the US each year as vehicles wait at stop lights or sit in dense traffic with engines idling, according to US Department of Energy estimates. In a real GRIDSMART system, they just send vehicle data to a controller, and it says, ‘I’ve got cars waiting, so it’s time to change the light.’

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Industrial Light & Magic Engineer Wins a Technical Oscar

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Vanns, who now works at Disney -owned Industrial Light & Magic , in London, was an avid cinephile growing up. 2023 Sci-Tech Awards: Mark Hills and Jim Vanns | FQ Render Farm Management System www.youtube.com Inspired by the Lord of the Rings Vanns grew up in Tonbridge, England, and played guitar for several bands as a teenager.

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The 2024 Acura TLX Picks Up New Tech and Styling Elements

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Several new wheel designs are available, including a shark gray 19-inch wheel with the Technology Package, updated 20-inch wheels for the Type S, and a fresh 19-inch wheel for the A-Spec. Acura included a load of tech updates with the refresh, giving the TLX a larger 12.3-inch inch HD infotainment display and 12.3-inch

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