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Evatran plans trials of Plugless Power wireless charging technology with commercial partners for early 2012; outfitting Volts and LEAFs

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Evatran, a developer of wireless charging systems for electric vehicles ( earlier post ), has signed contracts with six commercial participants to outfit their Chevrolet Volt and Nissan LEAF models with pre-production Plugless Power wireless charging systems. Plugless Power system components. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Ford reveals production version of Transit Custom PHEV at IAA Commercial Vehicles

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Ford revealed the production version of the new Transit Custom plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover, Germany. The Transit Custom PHEV targets an all-electric driving range of 50 kilometers (31 miles), and uses the multi-award-winning Ford 1.0-liter

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Na-ion battery developer Faradion collaborating with battery manufacturer AMTE Power

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The partnership enables sodium-ion battery technology to be incorporated in a range of renewable energy applications including residential energy storage, commercial micro-grids, wind turbine and tidal energy storage. AMTE Power has branded its sodium-ion product “Ultra Safe” due to its improved safety and enhanced thermal stability.

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DTNA unveils Freightliner SuperTruck II

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DTNA again collaborated with SuperTruck I partner Michelin on the development of new tires specifically designed for adaptive tandem axles to not only reduce vehicle energy consumption but also to reduce maintenance downtime due to minimized wear and tear on the tires. A new 48-volt starter turns on the engine with more power and speed.

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Maxwell Technologies introduces ultracapacitor-based engine start module for commercial trucks and other heavy vehicles

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is introducing a 12-volt ultracapacitor module that ensures reliable engine starting for commercial trucks and other heavy vehicles. Maxwell offers ultracapacitor cells ranging in capacitance from 5 to 3,000 farads and multi-cell modules ranging from 16 to 125 volts. Maxwell Technologies, Inc.

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Sears Home Services to install Plugless Power inductive charging systems for EVs

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Sears Home Services, the residential and commercial installation arm of Sears Holdings, recently entered an installation agreement with Evatran, the developer of Plugless Power inductive charging systems for electric vehicles. Convenient Additional Services: Sears will offer ongoing service and maintenance to Plugless Power owners.

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Azure Dynamics announces 45 Transit Connect Electric sales

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Azure Dynamics has agreements with more than 160 Ford commercial truck dealerships in key markets across North America, 90 of which support sales and service activities for Transit Connect Electric and in six countries throughout Europe representing 13 dealerships with 57 store locations.