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Nexeon to begin commercial supply of advanced silicon anode material to Panasonic; up to 50% greater cell energy density

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a Panasonic Group company to supply the battery giant with Nexeon’s advanced silicon-based anode material that has the potential to increase the energy density of lithium-ion cells by up to 50%. UK-based Nexeon announced a partnership with Panasonic Energy Co.,

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Hyundai Motor signs MOU to commercialize hydrogen fuel-cell-propulsion systems for marine vessels

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We hope our decades-long experience and capabilities in hydrogen fuel cell technologies, combined with the expertise of Hyundai Global Service and Korean Register in the maritime industry, will usher in a new era of greener and cleaner shipping. Hyundai Motor commercialized the Tucson ix35 fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) in 2013.

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Transient Plasma Systems says advances are bringing plasma ignition technology closer to commercialization

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The keys to commercialization have been demonstrating cost, size and optimized energy consumption in line with automotive requirements. An innovative plug configuration that reduces the breakdown voltage, resulting in significant cost and size reduction of the power supply. hp diesel engine.

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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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Three months since the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) in London, results of a year-long trial in the capital suggest that plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial vehicles could present the most practical, readily available option for businesses trying to meet clean-air targets in cities. million (US$5.9-million)

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Why Electrifying the Supply Chain Is More Important Than Ever

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However, supply chains could make an even more prominent impact by electrifying their fleets of vehicles, which account for more significant environmental degradation. Supply chains making these progressive decisions will likely enjoy resilience and sustained profit margins. The choice affects customers, B2B partners and the planet.

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Westport Fuel Systems and Weichai Westport to commercialize HPDI 2.0 technology for China

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has entered into definitive development and supply agreements with Weichai Westport Inc. WWI) to develop, to market, and to commercialize a heavy-duty, natural gas engine featuring the Westport HPDI 2.0 Once in production, Westport Fuel Systems will supply critical HPDI 2.0 Westport Fuel Systems will supply the HPDI 2.0

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Ford reveals production version of Transit Custom PHEV at IAA Commercial Vehicles

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Ford revealed the production version of the new Transit Custom plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover, Germany. The Transit Custom PHEV targets an all-electric driving range of 50 kilometers (31 miles), and uses the multi-award-winning Ford 1.0-liter

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