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Mercedes-Benz to launch global branded high-power charging network, starting in North America with €1B investment

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Mercedes-Benz plans to launch a global high-power charging network across North America, Europe, China and other key markets. It will begin to be built this year in the US and Canada, followed by other regions around the globe. However, it will also be open to drivers of all other brands with compatible technology.

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QOTD: Did You Watch F1 This Weekend?

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Formula 1, as a global racing series, is immensely popular. One in Miami, one in Austin, and one in Las Vegas. Canada, of course, has long had a stop on the circuit, for those F1 fans who wanted to watch a Grand Prix live without sacrificing sleep. In fact, the series has gotten so popular in the U.S.

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Study estimates ~4M children worldwide develop asthma each year because of NO2 air pollution

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Although it is not yet clear which specific pollutant within the traffic-related air pollution mixture is the source of asthma development, reviews by the US Environmental Protection Agency and Health Canada suggest that a causal relationship is likely to exist between long-term nitrogen dioxide (NO 2 ) exposure and childhood asthma development.

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OnStar bringing commerce to connected cars; also providing feedback on driving

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At the 2015 CES this week in Las Vegas, OnStar will preview AtYourService, a commerce and engagement offering that connects drivers with retailers and merchants on their drive, providing information, convenience and money-saving values tied to their specific destinations.

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The Coming Boom in Rare Earths

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MP Materials For insights into the global rare-earth industry at this important juncture, IEEE Spectrum contacted Melissa “Mel” Sanderson , a board member and consultant at American Rare Earths , for which she previously served as president of the company’s North American operations. What is the current state of the industry globally?

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Nissan unveils new LEAF; 150-mile range; high-power variant with larger battery in 2019

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Nissan revealed the Nissan LEAF electric vehicles in a global launch event in Yokohama, followed by its North American debut at a media event in Las Vegas. The model is slated for deliveries in January in the US, Canada and Europe. It also has the core strengths that will be embodied by future Nissan models.

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Pike Research ranks ChargePoint, DBT as top EV charging equipment supply companies

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Pike Research forecasts that global sales of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37% between 2012 and 2020 as the global market for plug-in vehicles (PEVs) grows, rising from less than 200,000 units sold in 2012 to almost 2.4 The new Pike Pulse Grid for EVSE manufacturers.

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