Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced 29 new Ford Transit Connect Electric sales, including 8 units in Europe and 21 units in North America, which includes a 3-unit reorder from Johnson Controls, Inc. These sales include: Van Bortel Ford in Rochester, NY. Verizon Wireless through Stoneham in Stoneham, MA.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The city of Houston is set to receive the first Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Buy America-compliant mid-size autonomous bus in the US. Jointly developed by Phoenix Motorcars and EasyMile , the EZ Zeus self-driving bus will be deployed in real-life traffic conditions.

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Baua Electric

MAY 2, 2024

The multi-brand vehicle diagnostic tool along with its software interface IDC5 Bharat, is priced at around Rs 195,000 in India’s aftermarket, and will cater to the commercial vehicle segment in the country.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2018

Researchers at WMG at the University of Warwick (UK) have developed a method to assess the maximum current for commercial 18650 Li-ion batteries, using novel instrumentation methods enabling in operando measurements. times higher than the manufacturer-stated maximum. 2018.01.076.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2022

This is a pioneering project which our young team of Chinese experts started from scratch—they are working with new design concepts and materials while developing new safety standards, disrupting and innovating every step of the way. In the first phase of its commercial use, V.MO

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2010

Ford Motor Company and Azure Dynamics Corporation have signed a collaborative agreement to begin delivering a pure battery electric version of the Ford Transit Connect van to customers in Europe beginning in late summer 2011. It will be rechargeable using standard European 220/240-volt outlets within 6 to 8 hours.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Specifically, Ford is: Accelerating the introduction of connected, smart vehicles and services customers want and value. By 2019, 100% of Ford’s new US vehicles will be built with connectivity. The company has similarly aggressive plans for China and other markets, as 90% of Ford’s new global vehicles will feature connectivity by 2020.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2014

The systems tested were built according to the common European architecture for cooperative driving systems defined by COMeSafety, guaranteeing compliance with the upcoming European ITS standards. The system warns drivers to give way to an approaching emergency vehicle, identified by flashing emergency lights and sirens.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 20, 2021

Arriving in spring 2022, F-150 Lightning will be available in four series and two battery options at more than 2,300 EV-certified Ford dealers across the country, with the option for fleet customers to access Ford’s complete ecosystem of connected data and telematics services via Ford Commercial Solutions. Standard on base trims is 2.4

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

At the 17 th Supercharging conference this week in Dresden, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) will launch what it says is the first water-cooled electric supercharger developed for “quasi-continuous” boosting of commercial diesel engines, including those developed for off highway applications. tonnes gross vehicle weight. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2012

Connected vehicles refer to the ability of vehicles of all types to communicate wirelessly with other vehicles (V2V) and roadway equipment (V2I), such as traffic signals, to support a range of safety, mobility and environmental applications. Vehicles include light, heavy and transit vehicles. Coverage/scale. User Protections.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2022

The new Hyundai BEV models will include three sedan models, six SUVs, one light commercial vehicle as well as one new type model. The IMA is being developed to standardize not only a chassis but also battery system and motor. Five types of standardized motors also will be installed on IMA according to model needs.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2018

With a combination of direct and network-based communications between vehicles, infrastructure, and vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians and cyclists, the test results showed that C-V2X can exploit the full potential of connected and intelligent mobility. C-V2X will most likely be implemented initially on the 4.5 GHz ITS spectrum.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2020

Baraja LiDAR is the only system available today using randomly modulated continuous wave technology that completely blocks interference from other LiDARs and environmental light sources. At CES 2020, Baraja, developer of Spectrum-Scan LiDAR, is unveiling its next-generation sensing platform with inherent interference immunity. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The Nissan Energy Share pilot program using Nissan LEAFs will serve as a test of both technology and business viability as Nissan and Fermata Energy investigate the outcome for possible commercialization. The Nissan Energy Home allows guests to learn about Nissan Energy, the company’s vision for connecting homes, cars and power grids.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2020

SAE International has published the first global standard that specifies, in a single document, both the electric vehicle and supply equipment (EVSE) ground-system requirements for wireless charging of electric vehicles (EV). The new standard was more than a decade in the making. of Energy (DoE), the U.S.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 13, 2012

Together with the new heavy-duty OM 470 engine, Daimler is expanding its “BlueEfficiency Power” engine portfolio into a comprehensive range complying with the impending Euro VI emissions standard. All the engines comply with the future Euro VI emissions standard, which will be mandatory in the EU from 2013/14.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2015

There will be a major development thrust for the proven MQB standardized technical toolkit, where Volkswagen Passenger Cars holds responsibility for development within the Group network. A new standard with regard to connectivity and driver assistance systems is to be defined. weight) and market regulations. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2017

Since 2008, when Foton Motor and Cummins established a joint venture, engines produced by Foton Cummins have covered light-duty and heavy-duty engine series, with emission standards meeting the requirements in the globally strictest emission-related laws and regulations.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2021

BrightDrop’s second product to market will be the EV600 electric light commercial vehicle purpose-built for the delivery of goods and services over long ranges. Adjustable shelving organizes contents. Lockable cabinet doors allow for secure, remote access to contents. BrightDrop EV600. inch-diagonal, full-color infotainment screen.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The Warrego features a full version of the H2X powertrain developed for light vehicles featuring a supercapacitor-based hybrid system operating in AWD mode. 2023 H2X Warrego electric motor connects to standard Ranger transfer case. H2X claims a 450km range for the Warrego. 2023 H2X Warrego prototype.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Targeting the plastic industry first, and leveraging the material’s thermoplastic affinity to polymers, they company developed several commercial grades of UBQ material. Automotive standards are demanding and we aim to be an approved raw material in a wide scope of applications in the automotive industry.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2013

The new MY2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van for the US now features a 2.1L, 4-cylinder diesel with a t-speed automatic transmission as standard. The reduced slip on the lockup clutch gives a more direct connection to the accelerator pedal and therefore provides greater agility, the company says. Diesel Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Systems'

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2016

Alphabet Energy is commercializing low-cost, efficient thermoelectric materials for power generation leveraging technology initially developed at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. connected, semiautonomous) while also achieving fuel efficiency standards (e.g., US EPA CAFE Standards). Earlier post.). Automotive.

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Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been quietly funding tests with live cellphones in light aircraft cockpits as a possible counter-measure to GPS spoofing attacks, Spectrum has learned. When and if the technology is approved, it would be used by pilots—not passengers on commercial flights.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 29, 2024

New Delhi: Battrixx , the battery division of Kabra Extrusion Technik , designed for Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV), Buses, Trucks, E-tractors, and off-road applications at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2024 in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from February 1 to 3 2024.

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Charged EVs

MAY 7, 2024

This reporter recalls a presentation from the long-vanished British firm Modec, a startup making light delivery vans, which said even back in 2009 that fleet managers would see a lifetime payback on what were then very expensive BEV cargo vans. None of the “import” brands currently offer light commercial EVs in the US.

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EV Connect

AUGUST 9, 2021

However, heavy-duty and light-duty commercial trucks earn greater credits than light passenger vehicles, such as a Ford Mustang Mach-E or a Tesla Model X. These programs provide incentives for installing EV infrastructure that meets certain standards. Reach out today to learn more.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

To further reinforce its commitment towards technological advancements in India, ZF has consistently been focussing on increasing localisation of its key product portfolio which match its world-class standards. There is also the Hydraulic ESC, OnGuard Max 1.0,

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The close dialog between the main players is also intended to speed up previously lengthy and complex planning and application processes for network connections. The initiative’s measures therefore include the development of standard concepts that cover common charging profiles.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 26, 2024

In 2023, 14 million EVs [1] are expected to be sold worldwide across consumer, public sector and commercial markets. A significant driver in this accelerated growth will be funding opportunities presented by the federal government, with major support growing across transit, school bus and other commercial fleets. For example, the U.S.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2013

As part of the US Safety Pilot Model Deployment of connected vehicle technologies ( earlier post ), the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) will launch a motorcycle study to determine how cars, trucks, buses and motorcycles interact using V2V (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) communications technology. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). NHTSA, provided estimated incremental retail cost and performance estimates for more than 40 technologies expected to be commercially available over the next fifteen years. Scenario II: (51 mpg CAFE standard, 40.8 Source: CAR.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2017

SAIC Mobility Europe, a division of China’s largest vehicle manufacturer, SAIC, is introducing the Maxus light commercial vehicle brand. The two EV80 variants feature a competitive level of standard specification, including (depending on variant) rear parking sensors, air conditioning, and heated electrically adjustable side mirrors.

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EV Connect

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Qualifying projects can receive up to 80% of their costs from NEVI grants and must meet strict standards around charging experience, uptime, reporting, cybersecurity, and more. EV Connect conforms to the stringent standards set by the U.S. Companies like EV Connect continue to drive the industry forward with charging solutions.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2012

The objective of the taskforce is initially to create a guideline for demonstration projects and design verification and later standardize in 2015 with field confirmation. This is necessary before a determination of charging frequency can be standardize and should include the second and third harmonic possibilities.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

They also address light-duty passenger vehicles and heavier vehicles such as freight trucks and public buses. In 2015, 10% of state departments’ light-duty fleet purchases must be ZEVs, climbing to 25% of light duty purchases by 2020. Establish consistent statewide codes and standards for ZEV infrastructure.

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