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AKASOL to supply battery systems for Alstom’s hydrogen trains

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AKASOL will supply battery systems for more than 40 Coradia iLint hydrogen trains ( earlier post ), which have been ordered from Alstom by the Lower Saxony Transit Authority and the Rhine/Main Regional Transport Association. —Sven Schulz, the CEO of AKASOL AG.

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

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A compact battery pack located under the vehicle floor can be conveniently charged using a standard 230-volt supply, and is designed so that the interior space and load capacity of the vehicle is not compromised. Ford is the Nº 1 commercial brand in Europe and Ford Transit range sales rose by 11.8%

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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV

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The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90 Recharge is an example of the second group. The XC90 Recharge T8 has several drive modes to choose from. Volvo has been talking about going electric a lot lately.

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European Parliament endorses proposal for 12% share of energy from renewable energy in transport by 2030; 10% advanced biofuels

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The European Parliament last week endorsed a series of proposals setting targets for cleaner, more efficient energy use. By 2022, 90% of fuel stations along the roads of the Trans-European Networks should be equipped with high power recharging points for electric vehicles, say MEPs. in 2021, rising to 10% in 2030.

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Kirklees Council Begins Operation of All-Electric Waste Van Recharged with Waste-Generated Electricity

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Kirklees Council (UK) has begun operating an all-electric waste collection van which is recharged with electricity generated partly with the waste it collects. The new electric vehicle—an Edison ( earlier post ), based on a Ford Transit platform—is being supplied by Smith Electric Vehicles. The Edison. Click to enlarge.

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Volvo and CATL have big plans for old EV batteries

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In fact, Volvo’s last diesel-powered car rolled off the production line last month as the automaker looks toward a cleaner future. Volvo C40 (right) and XC40 (left) Recharge EVs (Source: Volvo) According to Volvo, CATL will then use the materials to make new EV batteries that will be used to power its new electric cars.

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Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist vessels going battery-electric; ABB power and propulsion

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ABB will supply a comprehensive integrated power and propulsion solution for the new-build vessels, including lithium-ion battery packs and an onshore charging system, enabling sustainable operation with maximum reliability. — Gil C. Quiniones, President and CEO at the New York Power Authority.

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