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The Space-Based Drug Factory That Can’t Come Home

Cars That Think

It would have been the first commercial space company to return a drug made in space to Earth, in this case a few grams of the HIV and hepatitis C antiviral ritonavir. This stand-off highlights the tension between regulators and commercial space companies in the U.S.,

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Lightning Systems Gen 2 electric Ford Transit named in CARB executive order; new NMC batteries for longer range

Green Car Congress

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emissions drivetrains for commercial fleets, has had its longer-range, higher-speed, Generation 2 model of its Lightning Electric system for the Ford Transit ( earlier post ) named in an Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

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Bought a new car? Don’t fall for these common myths about motor insurance | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Buying a new car is one of the important milestones in an individual’s life. However, when buying motor insurance, individuals often fall prey to certain myths and misconceptions due to the lack of awareness. It is important to comply with the rules mentioned in your policy document.

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Car more than 15 years old? State govts announce discounts for scrapping; 5 things to know about how to scrap an old car – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Then you should know that 21 states and union territories (UTs) are offering up to 25% discount on personal vehicle price or road tax for customers who scrap their old vehicles and buy a new one, stated a Times of India news report. For commercial vehicles, the discount is 15%.The

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Piaggio offers battery subscription model for Ape electric 3W at INR 2.59 lakh – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL),a subsidiary of the Piaggio Group and a leading Indian manufacturer of small commercial vehicles and electric three-wheeler (3EV) pioneers, has announced a “ Battery Subscription Model ” for its Ape Elektrik electric 3Ws.

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Aqua Metals is building a more sustainable battery recycling ecosystem

Charged EVs

Q&A with Aqua Metals execs Steve Cotton and David Regan Regardless of the claims made in Facebook memes, Li-ion batteries are eminently recyclable, and current recycling methods cause far less environmental damage than the well-documented depredations of the petroleum industry. There’s nothing that’s really running at commercial scale.

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Lordstown Motors Goes Bust

The Truth About Cars

The document goes into great detail explaining how it saw the CEO as intentionally misleading investors — citing former employees who referenced Burns as a “con man” or “PT Barnum” type. The bankruptcy documents include motions to continue operations and uphold its responsibilities to stakeholders.

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