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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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RE-TROFIT: To extend significantly the life of vehicles. The entity will thus offer a turnkey service for the sales network: optimized transport of vehicles, supply of spare parts (Re-Cycle Center), renovation, storage, production of photos and videos and their online availability.

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ICCT: incremental technology can cut vehicle CO2 by half and increase fuel economy >60% through 2030 with ~5% increase in price

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Our research casts fresh doubt on automakers’ claims that the standards are too difficult and costly to meet. Including these latest efficiency developments, compliance costs for the adopted 2025 standards will be 34%–40% lower than projected in the latest US midterm evaluation regulatory analysis. Source: The ICCT. Click to enlarge.

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New Toyota Yaris marks first use of TNGA for compact; new hybrid system

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The first-generation Yaris was created in 1999 as a car that would serve as the global standard for compact cars by enlisting the full portfolio of Toyota’s technology. With the accessory, electricity from the vehicle can be used to power electrical devices and appliances using the same type of electrical outlets found at home.

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SAE technical experts: fuel cell technology has advanced significantly, FC vehicle production has begun, further cost reductions & infrastructure development required

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The panel, moderated by Jesse Schneider, BMW, included Takashi Moriya, Senior Chief Engineer at Honda R&D; Dr. Will James, Manager, Safety, Codes, and Standards at the US Department of Energy (DOE); and Dr. Ralph Clague, Head of Motive Systems and Architecture, Intelligent Energy. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Growth of  EVs: New challenge For Supermarkets and Gas stations

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The growing number of electric vehicles on the road is a great sign that we are moving forward in the right direction but along with the goodies, the growing population of EVs sets forward a few challenges. The majority of the petroleum giants and retailers have started to invest in the EV charging sector all over the world.

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How To Start an EV Charging Station in India?

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As India seriously considers the possibility of a sustainable future in the aftermath of the fourth industrial revolution, technological achievements such as electric vehicles are dominating most discussions. The introduction of charging stations is quickly transforming the Indian business landscape. Need Of Charging Stations.

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Honda opens Smart Home US in California; produces more energy than it consumes; direct DC-DC EV charging

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Honda marked the opening of Honda Smart Home US, showcasing technologies that enable zero net energy living and transportation, including Honda’s home energy management system (HEMS), a proprietary hardware and software system that monitors, controls and optimizes electrical generation and consumption throughout the home’s microgrid.

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