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SEMA sponsors ZEV conversion rebate bill in California; up to $2,000 rebate

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Portantino (D-25) and Josh Newman (D-29) introduced Senate Bill 301 , a bill sponsored by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), to create a financial rebate program for converting gas and diesel-powered motor vehicles into zero-emissions-vehicles (ZEVs). ZEV conversions are a rapidly growing market, SEMA said.

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New E7A 200 kW electric motor from Renault to debut in 2027

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A breakthrough from France will bring about a more powerful, more compact and cleaner electric motor: Renault Group and Valeo are combining their expertise to create a new electric motor generation.

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

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converting existing internal combustion engine (ICE) cars into electric vehicles using conversion kits. The Appeal of Conversion Kits Conversion kits offer a promising solution for individuals who wish to contribute to environmental conservation without breaking the bank (Now you don’t have to break the bank to buy an EV).

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Ford and Georgia Tech partner on hydraulic hybrid school bus conversion

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The Ford Motor Company Fund and the Georgia Institute of Technology are partnering on the US’ first conversion of a traditional school bus to a hydraulic hybrid vehicle that runs on recycled biofuel. Atlanta Public Schools (APS) donated the bus for the project.

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Henkel investing in new technologies and products for e-drive systems

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Next to liquid sealants, thermal interface materials, adhesives and impregnation resins for new-generation battery packs, Henkel is leveraging existing and new products and technologies for the emerging trend towards e-drive modules combining electric motor, power electronics and gearbox in one integrated e-axle unit.

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Umicore opens new facility for the production of fuel cell catalysts in Korea

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The facility will support the growth of Hyundai Motors Group as well as other automotive customers. Umicore has a competitive product portfolio with a strong R&D pipeline and has entered into close collaboration agreements with Hyundai Motors Group and other leading car OEMs for existing car platforms as well as future development programs.

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Perspective: Drive Star Conversion Program Could Cut US Oil Use in Half by 2020

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Cash for Conversions” will start by fixing many of our 100 million trucks, vans, and buses. As batteries get cheaper and smaller, and motors get light enough to fit inside wheels, we’ll be able to upgrade smaller cars. And magically, as more electricity comes from lower-carbon fuel sources, our cars will get cleaner as they get older!

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