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SafeAI builds first-ever electric, autonomous Caterpillar haul truck conversion

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It’s important to note here that this really might be a “first-of-its-kind” conversion. Lowering the initial cost barrier to electrification is just one of the project’s goals, however. The post SafeAI builds first-ever electric, autonomous Caterpillar haul truck conversion appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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Is It Economical to Convert ICE Car to Electric Car Using Conversion Kit

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While purchasing a brand-new electric car might not be feasible for everyone due to its higher upfront costs, people are looking for alternatives. converting existing internal combustion engine (ICE) cars into electric vehicles using conversion kits. Let us weigh the costs, benefits, and considerations associated with emerging trends.

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Skeleton, Martinrea Effenco to collaborate on fast-charging batteries in refuse collection vehicles

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SuperBattery, based on Skeleton’s proprietary Curved Graphene raw material, offers a safer and more efficient alternative to conventional Li-ion batteries, can be charged in 90 seconds, has 50,000 life cycles, and is free from cobalt, copper, and nickel.

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Renault partners with R-FIT to launch electric retrofit kits in France

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Having passed the various certification tests at UTAC (the French car, motorcycle, and bicycle technical union), this conversion offers a level of safety that meets market standards. The product is also eligible for national and regional subsidies in France (depending on income and region) and its cost of use and maintenance is reduced.

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Lightning Systems debuts new electric Ford F-550 for shuttle buses, delivery trucks

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Featuring a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery system, the new Lightning Electric Ford F-550 will accommodate a full charge in as little as two-and-a-half hours with DC fast charging. The voucher program can reduce the upfront cost of advanced zero emissions fleet vehicles by 40 to 70%.

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CEA and Renault Group develop a very high efficiency bidirectional on-board charger

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As a result, the new architecture based on the wide band-gap semiconductor materials makes it possible to reduce energy losses by 30% during conversion, and to reduce heating by the same amount, making it easier to cool the conversion system.

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Roadmapping Your Airport EV Charging Installation

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The first step to build out comprehensive electric vehicle charging infrastructure is to select an EV charging expert that can walk airport administrators and facility managers through the process. As part of your site assessment, your EV expert or electrician will assess your EV charging needs and help you determine a plan.