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Romeo Power selected as sole provider of Li-ion batteries for next-gen low-speed EV

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Romeo Power has been selected by a US manufacturer of low-speed electric vehicles (LSEVs) as the sole provider of lithium-ion batteries for its next-generation vehicle. Romeo’s modules also come with industry-leading lithium-ion cells and applicable certifications to meet mandatory US transportation and other regulations.

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Trane bringing electric E-200 refrigeration unit for small trucks to US

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Ideal for last mile delivery of foods, medicines, vaccines and other perishables, this solution was first launched in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In EMEA, the unit is now available with an optional lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack to power the unit and maintain temperature when a vehicle is idling or turned off.

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Renault Trucks delivers first of 20 electric trucks to Carlsberg Group

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Our ambition is to take on a leading role not only in the development of beers and beverages, but also in beverage logistics and climate protection. Feldschlösschen will be using its electric trucks charged using renewable electricity, for the last few miles, while it will rely on rail transport for long distances. to 26 tons.

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Subaru introducing its first plug-in hybrid in US; Crosstrek Hybrid

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kWh Li-ion battery supports an all-electric range of up to 17 miles, with a combined 90 MPGe and total range of 480 miles. The Remote Climate Control function allows to control the vehicle’s air conditioning system remotely, before getting onto it, using a smartphone app or the key.

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Audi showcases A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid at Geneva; 157 mpg US, 50 miles electric range

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In electric mode, the A3 Sportback e-tron has a range of about 50 km (31 miles). liters of fuel per 100 km (157 mpg US), which corresponds to CO 2 emissions of 35 grams per km (56 g/mile). In purely electric mode, the Audi A3 Sportback e-tron achieves a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph) with a range of up to 50 km (31 miles).

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Profile: Li-ion Provider Compact Power, Inc. Focusing on the Automotive and Vehicle Markets

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CPI) shortly after GM selected CPI and its parent LG Chem as the provider for the Li-ion batteries for the Extended Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) Chevy Volt. (GM billion, and spends $60 million annually on Li-ion battery research and development. LG Chem provides the Li-ion battery system for Hyundai’s Blue Gen System.

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UK report sees step-change improvements in performance of EV batteries as “highly unlikely” through 2020

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Li-ion technology and cost directions through 2030. These developments could take the energy density of lithium-ion cells close to 300 Wh/kg. The Committee on Climate Change commissioned energy consultancy Element Energy , Li-ion manufacturer Axeon, and Prof. Click to enlarge.

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