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Ballard to supply two fuel cell modules to Solaris for bus deployments in Europe

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Ballard’s fuel cell power modules will be utilized as range extenders for batteries in Solaris electric bus platforms. Since starting production in 1996, more than 10,000 Solaris vehicles have been deployed in 28 countries, including Poland, Germany, Norway, France, Sweden, Switzerland and United Arab Emirates.

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BMW Group sourcing aluminum produced using solar energy from EGA

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In an electrified vehicle, CO 2 emissions from the use phase are much lower, but producing battery cells or aluminum is very energy-intensive. The BMW Group has therefore already agreed with suppliers for its current fifth-generation battery cells that they will only use green power for producing battery cells.

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Phoenix Motorcars Introducing Electric AWD Phoenix SUT at FedFleet 2010

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Phoenix Motorcars offers a 70 mile range pack with deliveries later this year. An extended 100 mile range pack option will be available for delivery in 2011. Each solution is equipped with lithium-ion batteries. Founded in Dubai in 1953, Al Yousuf LLC has become one of the leading commercial groups in the United Arab Emirates.

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South Korean EV Company to Open Two Production and Distribution Facilities in Pennsylvania

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As the demand for electric vehicles grows, the Governor said, companies and universities like CMU will be called upon to develop more efficient and economical batteries, while the nation’s electrical infrastructure will need to be upgraded to accommodate vehicles in need of a recharge. The vehicles sell for about $12,000.

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Mercedes EV range run shows gains from heat pump, solar roof

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miles between the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh and Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, was purely on efficiency, Mercedes explained in a press release. degrees Fahrenheit that put battery thermal management and climate control systems to the test. on the second trip. Averaging 42.7 miles per kwh. Averaging 42.7

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Joby completes pre-production eVTOL testing, segues into production prototype flight certification

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Joby Aviation’s founder and CEO, JoeBen Bevirt, spoke about the company’s latest milestone and what it means for the future of its technology and the AAM industry as a whole: Over the course of this test program, our team has shown the world how real electric air taxis are, with tens of thousands of miles flown using today’s battery technology.

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Top 14 Electric Vehicle Motor Manufacturers in India: Driving Sustainable Mobility

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Their motors are known for their efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with a wide range of electric vehicles. Mahindra Electric motors are known for their reliability, compact design, and compatibility with a wide range of electric vehicles. #2. UQM Technologies India UQM Technologies India, a subsidiary of UQM Technologies Inc.

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