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Toyota moves closer to production with next-generation fuel cell technology for heavy-duty trucks; new Mirai system

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A more compact hydrogen storage cabinet behind the cab houses six hydrogen tanks with the same capacity as previous prototypes while a new, more powerful lithium-ion battery helps smooth out the power flow to the electric motors. and Long Beach is an important driver of this program.

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Stäubli, SSA Marine and Tritium team to create largest automated electric vehicle charging port program in US

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Stäubli Electrical Connectors, a leading manufacturer of electrical connector solutions, has signed an agreement with SSA Marine to provide automatic charging stations for 33 terminal tractors at the Port of Long Beach. This project will create the largest automated electric vehicle charging program of any port in the United States.

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SwRI develops device to test friction, wear associated with EV fluids

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Traditional fluid testing tools, however, were not developed to effectively analyze lubricant properties in electrified environments. Most EVs use alternating current (AC) induction or permanent magnet motors, which are powered by onboard battery packs. That extends to tribology testing as well. Research Analyst).

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Mercedes Charts Electric Course for Vans, Bringing Luxocruisers Stateside

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This differs from converted Sprinter vans, some of which have sumptuous interiors but retain the underpinnings of a utilitarian machine designed to move cargo. On certain roads, this is evident.& Underpinning these efforts will be M-B’s new VAN.EA Specifics on the VAN.EA platform will appear closer to its expected introduction in 2026.

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Leyden Energy providing Li-ion cells with imide electrolyte for electric Dream Car

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Li-ion battery manufacturer Leyden Energy provided its high energy-density, high-performance Li-ion battery cells for SSI Racing’s electric Dream Car at the annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. Li-Ion battery has 2,200 mAh capacity with a cycle life of more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles.

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Greenius On The Scene: Plug-In 2009

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Here’s a few shots from yesterday first full day of the Plug-In 2009 conference in Long Beach, California. The Creative Greenius with the new Nissan Leaf flat lithium ion battery. They’ll be making Leafs in Tennessee and they will be making many more batteries than cars.

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Electrified Blondes in Convertibles For Everyone!

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Otherwise you’ll just be buying a dinosaur that you’ll have to pay to convert or dispose of. It’s going to change the world of our Los Angeles and Long Beach ports. The batteries work just fine. The Plug-Ins are coming and you should wait till they get here before buying your next new car. Imagine that.

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