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Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

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But the cars and SUVs used in these situations drive more miles each year than a typical personal vehicle, contributing a higher proportion of greenhouse gases to the environment. In the simulations, battery-powered vehicles, particularly the 40 kWh ones, needed more frequent and longer trips without passengers to get to recharging stations.

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Energy Conversion Devices files Chapter 11, seeks sale of businesses; Ovonic Battery Company sold to BASF Corporation

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51-year-old Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. OBC is the inventor and worldwide licensor of NiMH rechargeable battery technology and is pursuing advanced battery technologies, including cathode materials for lithium-ion chemistry batteries. Earlier post.) 35 OBC employees have been hired by BASF as part of this transaction.

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Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist vessels going battery-electric; ABB power and propulsion

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Batteries will be recharged for seven minutes after each trip to 80% capacity, allowing for maximum efficiency and battery life. The Maid of the Mist’s conversion to an all-electric fleet is a bold move that shows the world we take our commitment to lowering carbon emissions seriously.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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Through the sales network, these conversions will primarily target professional customers (commercial vehicles) dependent on access to the urban centre for the continuity of their activities. Optimizing the battery’s life cycle is a crucial issue for the development of the sector and limiting its impact on the environment.

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Symbio targets European taxi market with fuel cell range extender in Nissan e-NV200; 500 km range

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It can be recharged from a low-cost power supply, and refueled with hydrogen in three minutes (3.8 To respect the company’s commitment towards a more sustainable environment and a better air quality in urban areas, we have explored a new market segment—duty vehicles. kg hydrogen at 700 bar).

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Victoria to Begin 5-Year EV Trial; Scoping Study for EV Standards in Australia

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The trials seek a range of participants to build a comprehensive electric vehicle system environment, replicating real-world conditions as closely as possible. Development of standards for Level 2 recharging. The Victorian Government had earlier undertaken a Scoping Study for electric vehicle standards in Australia.

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Anderman: Li-ion capacity far outstripping demand as automakers focus more on hybrids, less on full EVs

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Conversely, those of HEVs are in line with plans. of anticipated 2016 new vehicle sales, leaving the over-invested battery industry in a trying environment. The report notes that despite heavy subsidies by governments and automakers, 2012 EV sales are coming short of meeting many automakers’ sales and production plans.

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