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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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DOE highly encourages applicants to collaborate and team with an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or industrial supplier. The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. The SGL carbon fiber plant at Moses Lake, Washington, uses 100% hydropower.

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Acura provides more technical detail on NSX sports hybrid AWD powertrain, body

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For example, drivers can program the car to always start in Quiet or Sport mode, along with the ability to schedule the NSX to operate exclusively in Quiet mode during any specified time period such as the early morning to avoid waking the neighborhood. The front floor panels are constructed of carbon fiber core.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Andrew Frank is a significant industry dignitary credited as being the “Inventor” (or “Father”) of the modern day Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. This is especially true in air, sea, and some ground transportation as well as in industrial processes. This industry can be greatly expanded and improved to absorb all fossil material.

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