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Hyliion acquires KARNO fuel-agnostic generator technology from GE for range-extended electric truck

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Hyliion, a developer of electrified powertrain solutions for Class 8 commercial vehicles ( earlier post ), has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a new fuel-agnostic generator (KARNO) from GE Additive for its range-extended series-hybrid powertrain.

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Faraday Institution launches physics-based battery modeling standard: BPX

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However, the complexity of physics-based models and lack of a common definition has limited their use to specialist teams within large companies, each creating their own modeling schemes that are difficult to compare with those of other companies. Industry standards require maintenance and a clear technical, commercially informed roadmap.

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E.ON and Nikola forming JV to decarbonize heavy-duty trucking

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Both parties have now signed a term sheet to underpin the collaboration and will be negotiating a definitive agreement to finalize the terms. service and maintenance) and a green and sustainable hydrogen infrastructure. The coexistence of BEV and FCEV in the commercial vehicle sector is a realistic scenario, the partners said.

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Eos Energy launches $500M Project AMAZE with $398.6M conditional loan guarantee from DOE; long-term zinc-based storage

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A rugged, injection-molded thermoplastic polymer exterior provides an optimized structure into which the electrodes are inserted—the Z3 design requires just 20 of them—minimizing materials, manufacturing, and maintenance while eliminating the risk of any external leaking.

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Murata and Michelin co-develop embeddable RFID module for tires

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This simple yet elegant technology delivers low-cost and easy tire traceability throughout its entire lifespan, enabling the management of inventory logistics, aftermarket maintenance, and recycling operations. Currently, Michelin uses the RFID tags in commercial vehicles, such as trucks, buses and passenger cars.

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Lightning eMotors introduces new generation 4 Lightning Electric Transit Class 3 Van; battery-electric and fuel cell electric variants

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As a result, we’ve sold more all-electric commercial EVs than any other vehicle manufacturer in North America to date. Lightning eMotors offers comprehensive leasing plans, which allow fleets to see total-cost-of-ownership savings from lower energy and maintenance costs, starting on day one of the lease.

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Alibaba-backed DeepRoute unveils self-driving solution that doesn't require HD maps

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Image credit: DeepRoute) Many automakers in China are trying to move away from reliance on high-definition maps as they develop self-driving technology. solution, which it says is a solution that eliminates the need for high-definition maps and can facilitate mass production for automakers. Both versions of the Driver 3.0