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Hyundai introduces next-generation fuel cell vehicle NEXO; availability beginning later this year

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Hyundai regards NEXO as the technological flagship of its growing eco-vehicle portfolio; it will be available in certain markets early this year. Hyundai Motor Company has already taken a lead in hydrogen technology with introduction of Tucson fuel cell. Faster acceleration from 0 to 60 mph than the Tucson FCEV.

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Hyundai introducing 48V mild hybrid system with 1.6L diesel in Europe

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liter CRDi 48V diesel powertrain introduced in the New Tucson in 2018, Hyundai Motor has now combined its efficient and responsive 48V mild hybrid technology with the 100 kW/136-PS 1.6-liter Thus, parts of the energy stored in the 48V battery system can also be used to stabilize the 12V on-board power supply. In addition to the 2.0-liter

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Hyundai presents Kona Electric crossover and NEXO fuel cell SUV

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Kona Electric models will be produced in Ulsan, Korea and will be available in the beginning of 2019, with initial availability in California and subsequently in the ZEV-focused states in the western and northeastern regions of the US market. NEXO will be available in California before the end of 2018. Kona Electric.

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Hyundai Motor Company and Cummins to collaborate on hydrogen fuel cell technology

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The availability of reliable back-up power generation to prevent data loss in emergency situations is a business-critical requirement for many organizations. The new collaboration may extend beyond the commercial vehicle market, as the companies will also evaluate the development of fuel cell power generators.

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Sion Power to provide enhanced Li-S batteries to Airbus Defence and Space for new Zephyr HAPS; 350 Wh/kg

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Airbus Defence and Space and Sion Power Corporation signed a three-year Collaborative Agreement under which Sion Power will enhance and supply proprietary lithium sulfur (Li-S) batteries for use in Airbus Defence and Space’s Zephyr High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) aircraft. Earlier post.)

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Ryder sees increasing demand for heavy-duty natural gas trucks; expanding California program to other states

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a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, has already secured lease agreements for 87 heavy-duty natural gas trucks from customers looking to take advantage of the fuel cost savings and environmental benefits of alternative fuel powered vehicles. Ryder System, Inc., Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Nissan Forms EV Partnership with Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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Nissan also has agreed to make available a supply of electric vehicles statewide. Nissan has formed more than a dozen partnerships in the United States, in areas including State of Tennessee; the State of Oregon; Sonoma County, San Diego and San Francisco in California; Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Washington D.C.;