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IBM and ZSE team on Central European e-mobility project; “green highway”

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(ZSE), the largest distributor and supplier of electricity in Slovakia, on a smart energy “feasibility” study that will help prepare the capital city Bratislava for electric vehicles (EVs). IBM Slovakia is teaming with ZSE to provide insights into various implementation scenarios and infrastructure options for charging. —ZSE.

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Tesla pledges to keep Ukrainian workers’ employment and salary if they serve in military

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With a fleet of Powerwalls supporting the Starlink stations in the country, Ukraine would likely be able to maintain its connection to the internet even when power interruptions happen. As a priority HR EMEA team members have been connecting with employees impacted as well as their managers to ensure we check in.

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Kia upgraded 2018 Sportage features new 1.6L diesel, 2.0L diesel 48V mild-hybrid technology

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liter diesel engine now available with Kia’s new eight-speed automatic transmission, and—in certain markets—48-volt mild-hybrid power ( earlier post ). The cleanest diesel engine the company has ever made, the new power unit replaces the Sportage’s existing 1.7-liter The 2018 Sportage continues to offer a high-powered 2.0-liter

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SEAT introduces the Mii Electric city car in first salvo of electric offensive

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The Mii electric’s motor, linked to a single speed transmission, provides its 61kW (83PS) of power and 212 N·m of torque. The all-electric city car is the first model to include SEAT CONNECT, giving remote access and management of the vehicle. The five-door car can reach 50 km/h from a standstill in 3.9

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How Russia Sent Ukraine Racing Into the “Energy Eurozone”

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Just a few hours before massed Russian troops and missiles surged over borders with deadly force last month, Ukraine’s grid operator opened a series of high-voltage breakers, disconnecting the nation’s grid from those of Belarus, Russia and the rest of the giant UPS/IPS synchronous AC power zone controlled from Moscow.

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Falling Domestic Fares and an A.I. Arms Race: What Travelers Can Expect in 2024

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will also power what happens behind the scenes at airlines and airports, said Gilbert Ott, director of partnerships at Point.me , which helps travelers find flights to buy with rewards points. For example, it could improve automatic rebooking onto new flights when customers miss connections or weather snarls runways. Finally, A.I.

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