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RMI report finds substantial emissions reductions possible with smart EV charging

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A new report from RMI has found that optimized charging of electric vehicles, which involves automatically and strategically shifting when an EV charges, could significantly reduce transportation sector emissions, and could potentially result in an average of 800 pounds of CO? saved per vehicle annually.

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Mazdas new SKYACTIV gasoline and diesel engines are steps on the road to its Ideal Engine; focus on compression ratio

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Mazda’s roadmap to the ideal internal combustion engine. the step-by-step introduction of electrification to SKYACTIV internal combustion engines: stop-start, followed by regenerative braking, followed by electric motor drive technologies. Energy balance in an internal combustion engine. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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UPS collaborating with Workhorse to deploy 50 electric trucks; rivaling acquisition cost of conventional; no subsidies

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Each truck will have a range of approximately 100 miles between charges, ideal for delivery routes in and around cities. Electric vehicle technology is rapidly improving with battery, charging and smart grid advances that allow us to specify our delivery vehicles to eliminate emissions, noise and dependence on diesel and gasoline.

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Sandia researchers develop conceptual model for Low Temperature Combustion

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Conceptual model for conventional diesel combustion (CDC), left, and LTC combustion, right, for heavy-duty engines. This is a fundamental understanding that will help industry build cleaner , more efficient engines. At this point we have many years of optical engine research in low temperature combustion. Source: CRF.

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SAE technical experts: fuel cell technology has advanced significantly, FC vehicle production has begun, further cost reductions & infrastructure development required

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The panel, moderated by Jesse Schneider, BMW, included Takashi Moriya, Senior Chief Engineer at Honda R&D; Dr. Will James, Manager, Safety, Codes, and Standards at the US Department of Energy (DOE); and Dr. Ralph Clague, Head of Motive Systems and Architecture, Intelligent Energy. kW/L–approximately a 60% improvement.

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Charley Boorman: myenergi HQ

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I am going on a green journey with them to gradually transfer my own home and vehicles to using cleaner and greener energy.”. The major differences on the SR / S over the SR / F are the addition of the more relaxed riding position (through re-positioning of the bars and pegs.) Livewire Charging At myenergi HQ with 7Kwh zappi.

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New to the World of Electric Cars?

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If you’re new to the world of electric cars and considering making the switch, this article will guide you through the essential information you need to know. They are charged through electric outlets and regenerative braking, offering zero-emission (ZE) driving. What Is an Electric Car?