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Daimler Trucks E-Mobility Group starts global initiative for electric-truck charging infrastructure

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The initial focus is on charging stations installed at the depots of truck customers. The close dialog between the main players is also intended to speed up previously lengthy and complex planning and application processes for network connections. Global electric truck portfolio at Daimler Trucks.

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BASF expands range of engineering plastics for hybrid and electric vehicles; high-voltage connectors

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Tailor-made Ultramid and Ultradur materials are now available globally for equipping vehicle-interior and -exterior high-voltage plug-in connectors with precisely fitting characteristics. BASF is expanding its range of engineering plastics for the dynamic market of electric and hybrid vehicles.

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Rinspeed to introduce new electric “microMAX” concept at 2013 Geneva Motor Show

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meters permits the installation of space-saving upright seats equipped with safety belts. A coffee maker, a refrigerator for drinks and unlimited connectivity for entertainment purposes or for working while on the move are also included. Kearney Global Management Consultants; Carl F. With a length of 3.6 The vehicle height of 2.2

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Volvo’s Polestar 1 PHEV makes European debut; pre-orders open 13 March

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The European debut follows its global media reveal in Shanghai, China, in late 2017. An additional 12 new markets for Polestar 1 have been added and will open for pre-orders simultaneously, including Switzerland, the UK, Belgium, Finland, France, Poland, Austria, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Portugal and Canada. Earlier post.).

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TomTom extends coverage of real-time traffic products for congestion reduction

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The other countries currently covered are Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. We have shipped about 60 million devices to date, and the devices are progressively becoming more connected.

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Finally, Tesla Confirms The Wireless Charging & A Little More On Wireless Charging of EVs

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Designing and installing a wireless charging station is an expensive activity and when we look at wireless charging it doesn’t add much value to the overall EV experience. Owing to its advantages, car wireless chargers may represent a new stage in the global development of the infrastructure for charging.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

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I am definitely invested in EV adoption and can connect with engineers and media because of my background in EV ownership and my master’s in mechanical engineering. They are expanding their charging infrastructure across the state, soon to be nationwide with key EV brands, and have just completed a partnership in Switzerland.