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China-based EV startup U Power in framework agreement with Quantum Solutions in Japan

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China-based EV startup U Power Limited entered into a framework strategic cooperation agreement with Quantum Solutions Co., The company has developed two types of battery-swapping stations for compatible EVs and is operating one manufacturing factory in Zibo City, Shandong Province, China.

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Toyota launches new RAV4 PHEV in Japan

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Toyota has launched the new model RAV4 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) through dealerships in Japan. HEV driving mode, using the engine, leverages battery power to control engine revs, thereby reducing engine noise during acceleration. The fifth generation RAV4 was released in April 2019.

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Toyota launches all-new Aqua (Prius C) hybrid in Japan; bipolar nickel-hydrogen battery

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The first-generation Aqua—sold as the Prius C in the US—came to life at the Iwate Plant of Toyota Motor East Japan, Inc. The all-new Aqua takes advantage of the increased output of its bipolar nickel-hydrogen battery to deliver improved accelerator responsiveness, and realize smooth, powerful acceleration from low speeds.

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Electrified Farming, EV Chargers & ABB, Battery Powered Marine for Amsterdam, Japan’s Shift to EVs

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ABB E-mobility increases majority stake in Chinese EV charging provider Chargedot Battery Powered Marine EST-Floattech delivers battery systems to […]. The post Electrified Farming, EV Chargers & ABB, Battery Powered Marine for Amsterdam, Japan’s Shift to EVs appeared first on EV Obsession.

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Kawasaki Heavy taps Corvus Energy for batteries for first all-electric tanker

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of Tokyo, Japan. Corvus Energy will supply the battery-based ESS to Kawasaki Heavy Industries to integrate into the zero-emissions all-electric propulsion and electrical systems aboard the “e5 tanker” under construction for Asahi Tanker. The battery-powered vessel was designed by e5 Lab Inc., and Imura Shipyard Co.,

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Nissan and DHL Japan to test e-NV200 electric van in Tokyo

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Nissan and DHL Japan will test the battery-electric e-NV200 commercial vehicle in Tokyo. Nissan will provide DHL Japan with a test model of the e-NV200 for approximately three weeks. Tests have been conducted with several companies, including British Gas; Japan Post Co., AEON Retail; and Saitama City.

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Turkish Busmaker Anadolu Isuzu Wins Busworld Award, Will Deliver 100+ Buses Before End Of The Year

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Isuzu just a launched its flat floor Erga EV bus at the Japan Mobility Show. But little is known, at least in this part of the world, that Isuzu has been experimenting with battery-powered buses since 2018 in Turkey. of Japan […] It was declared a first for the brand. In 1984, Isuzu Motors Co.

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