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Ballard and MAHLE working on new fuel cell system concept for long-haul trucks

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Based on an earlier high power density design, the technology draws on Ballard’s on-road experience of 100 million km in service and proven fuel cell durability, exceeding 30,000 in vehicle operation as demonstrated in the London bus fleet. Fuel Efficiency for Economical Operation: Fuel costs are a major component of a Class 8 truck’s TCO.

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Liquid Air Energy Network forms in UK; focus on transportation and energy storage

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The UK Centre for Low Carbon Futures published a multi-partner research report— Liquid Air in the energy and transport systems: Opportunities for industry and innovation in the UK —and presented the results at a a conference at the Royal Academy of Engineering in London. The costs of pre-clearance should be grant funded.