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TRATON GROUP, Daimler Truck and Volvo Group kick off European charging infrastructure JV

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It will be a self-standing legal entity, operating under its own corporate identity and based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The JV will provide reliable and accessible high-performance charging stations for all battery electric heavy-duty vehicle fleet operators.

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Ford, Ford Credit introduce sustainable financing framework prioritizing EV, clean production, community investments

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Objectives include expanding EV technology and charging infrastructure to remove obstacles to adoption and improve the customer experience, and EV and battery manufacturing to reduce emissions. The committee comprises senior representatives from Treasury, Sustainability, Corporate Finance, Investor Relations, Ford Credit and Legal.

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Ontario EV auto technique now specializing in touchdown lithium hydroxide plant

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Now that his quest to determine end-to-end electrical car manufacturing within the province has landed two battery vegetation, he’s environment his attractions on lithium hydroxide, a crucial property of the ones batteries. You can’t make a battery without lithium hydroxide.” Thomas, Ont.

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Audi introduces new A4 Avant g-tron; Audi e-gas offered as standard

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It can be selected with climate-friendly Audi e-gas (synthetic natural gas produced with renewable energy in a Power-to-Gas process, earlier post ) or compressed natural gas (CNG), or can be powered with gasoline. The battery also moves from the luggage compartment to the engine compartment. The spare wheel well has been eliminated.

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BMW shows future drive technoliges; 2 Series PHEV prototype, direct water injection in 3-cyl. engine, and fuel cell eDrive

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Flexibility: the high-voltage battery can be recharged from conventional domestic power sockets, the BMW i Wallbox or at public charging stations. Rear right: motor, power electronics and battery pack. The high-voltage battery is housed in a space-saving position underneath the rear seat bench. Top: full powertrain.

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EV Manufacturers Should Consider the Benefits of Powder Coatings

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Powder coatings provide EVs with increased corrosion resistance and defense against volatile climates. The innermost coat may prevent battery degradation, while manufacturers design subsequent layers to ensure electromagnetic stability and weatherability. Photo courtesy Finishing Systems, Inc.

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COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

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The declaration is not legally binding and is focused on a global level. Iberdrola; Ingka Group/IKEA; LeasePlan Corporation; National Grid; Novo Nordisk; Openreach; Sainsbury’s; Siemens; SK Networks; Sky UK Limited; SSE; Tesco; Uber Technologies Inc.; Unilever; Vattenfall; Zenith; Zurich.