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EIA AEO2012 projects potential impacts of significant breakthroughs in battery technology

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The US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Annual Energy Outlook 2012 (AEO2012) includes a High Technology Battery case that examines the potential impacts of significant breakthroughs in battery electric vehicle technology on the cost and price of all types of battery powered electric vehicles.

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Velozzi Will Use Capstone Microturbines in Supercar and Crossover Extended Range Electric Vehicles

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The diesel-fueled Capstone microturbine produces ultra-low emissions and requires less maintenance than the traditional combustion engine found in today’s hybrid-electric vehicles. According to Velozzi, the cars will operate on 100% battery power in zero-emissions mode for a range of up to 200 miles. Earlier post.).

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Mercedes-Benz GLC to ditch plug-in hybrid tech for Australia, EVs the focus

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Mercedes-Benz Australia is hitting the brakes on PHEV – plug-in hybrid electric vehicle – sales. “There will be no plug-in hybrid GLCs,” said Mercedes-Benz Australia spokesman Jerry Stamoulis at the vehicle’s international media intro in Spain. . Mercedes-Benz GLC400e.

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California Energy Commission to showcase two converted electric heavy-duty trucks for LA ports

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Designed to provide cleaner transportation at Southern California’s ports, these electric trucks—a Navistar International Pro-Star on-road tractor and a Kalmar Ottawa off-road tractor—have been converted from diesel fuel to run on electric battery power. TransPower, in collaboration with EPC Power Corp.,

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Anker Solix F3800 and Home Power Panel create an accessible whole-home backup solution

Baua Electric

With a whole host of power, backup, and charging features, it sets the stage for a flexible home power solution that keeps the lights on during power outages but can also elevate adventures with RV and electric vehicle charging compatibility. But, it grows even more powerful with the Solix Home Power Panel.

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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Overview of the three vehicle classes identified in the study, and their corresponding battery technologies. In any automotive application, regulatory decisions to phase out established battery technologies would impact negatively on overall vehicle performance and cost, according to the report. Click to enlarge.

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How Long Until EV Fleets Take Over the Supply Chain?

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While you may not see many electric long-haul trucks on the road, fleet electrification is well underway. UPS has ordered 10,000 electric vehicles and FedEx plans to make its entire pickup and delivery fleet battery-powered by 2040. Most of these EVs are smaller vehicles handling last-mile deliveries.

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