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CASE unveils first fully electric backhoe loader: the 580 EV

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The 580 EV is powered by a 480-volt, 90 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged by any 220-volt/three-phase connection. Each 580 EV comes standard with CASE SiteWatch telematics for additional monitoring and management of machine performance and utilization.

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Dürr building smart and resource-efficient paint shop at San Luis Potosí in Mexico for BMW Group; Industry 4.0

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Dürr is building a paint shop in Mexico for the BMW Group that meets the requirements for connected Industry 4.0 The BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosí will be a full plant, comprising body shop, paint shop and assembly, characterized by an innovative production system and comprehensive sustainability standards. production.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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Many fleet owners and operators are interested in reducing operational and maintenance costs with electric vehicles (EVs), but they worry about vehicle safety. To meet these standards, vehicles must undergo an extensive, long-established testing process, regardless of whether the vehicle operates on gasoline or electricity.

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New fleet customers for XL Hybrid’s plug-in hybrid upfit for Ford F-150 pickups

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Featuring a volume-production ready high voltage lithium battery pack, XLP will accommodate full charging overnight with Level 1 and less than three hours for Level 2 charging using an industry-standard J1772 plug interface. The XLP system will have no special maintenance requirements.

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First XL Hybrids XLP plug-in hybrid upfits to be installed on Ford F-150 pickups

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Featuring a volume-production ready high voltage lithium battery pack (> 10 kWh), XLP will accommodate full charging overnight with Level 1 and less than three hours for Level 2 charging using an industry-standard J1772 plug interface. The XLP system will have no special maintenance requirements.

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Chevrolet displays new subcompact 2012 Sonic at Detroit Auto Show

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The standard Ecotec 1.8L The 1.4L’s turbocharger is integrated within the exhaust manifold, for reduced weight and greater packaging flexibility in small vehicles. A reinforced crankshaft and stronger connecting rods deliver additional strength to support the engine’s pressurized power and torque over a wide rpm band.

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New Fuso Canter with first dual-clutch transmission for trucks; start/stop an option

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The two maintenance-free clutches are arranged concentrically and integrated into the gearbox housing. The transmission is connected to the Euro 5 four-cylinder turbo diesel engine. Exhaust gas aftertreatment. : As in the previous Canter, there are two exhaust gas aftertreatment systems.

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