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Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

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Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory, with colleagues from Lawrence Berkeley, Oak Ridge, and National Renewable Energy labs, and the University of Tennessee, have published a comprehensive analysis of the total cost of ownership (TCO) for 12 sizes of vehicles ranging from compact sedans up to Class 8 tractors with sleeper cabs.

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DOE labs study on costs and benefits of new transportation technologies the most comprehensive to date

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A new study published by US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory offers the most complete understanding yet of the costs of owning and operating a vehicle, and how those costs vary by powertrain, from the conventional to the cutting-edge. Overall, hybrid electric vehicles tend to be the lowest-cost powertrain.

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ABI Research projects worldwide commercial EV market to surpass US$680B by 2027

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According to global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, the worldwide commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) market is projected to grow from US$30.7 This market valuation refers to the total industry-wide global revenues derived from all commercials EVs sold yearly. billion in 2020 to more than US$682 billion by 2030.

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Transient Plasma Systems says advances are bringing plasma ignition technology closer to commercialization

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Traditional ignition systems when used to enhance internal combustion engine (ICE) efficiency and lower emissions are handicapped with high energy consumption and poor durability leading to an unattractive cost of ownership. For advanced ignition systems to be adopted, cost, size and lower energy consumption are critical.

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Hyundai Motor to establish hydrogen refueling station for fuel cell electric buses at Incheon Airport with partners, provide buses

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Hyundai Motor Company is partnering with Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC), Air Liquide Korea and Hydrogen Energy Network (HyNet) to establish a hydrogen refueling station for fuel cell electric buses at Incheon Airport’s Terminal 2 by March 2021. Hyundai fuel cell bus. In September 2019, Hyundai and Cummins Inc.

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Is the Depreciation Cost of Electric Vehicles the Same as Conventional Vehicles?

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  In this, we will explore whether the depreciation cost of EVs is the same as that of conventional vehicles and the basics of the factors involved in depreciation for any type of vehicle. It is a significant consideration for both personal and commercial vehicle owners, as it affects the resale value and trade-in potential.

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Ballard’s Protonex subsidiary receives first order for fuel cell system to power commercial UAVs

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Ballard Power Systems’ subsidiary Protonex has received an initial order for its fuel cell propulsion system, together with design services, from FlyH2 Aerospace, a South African-based developer of hydrogen fuel cell powered unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for commercial applications. Commercial details of this order are confidential.