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Electric Car Watch #12: The sad state of Electric Car conversions in India

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One was the conversion kit by Hyderabad based e-Trio, and the other was Pune based Northway Motorsports. Many of you want to convert your existing petrol/diesel cars into electric cars. Some wanted to convert a Maruti Dzire, some an Audi A4, some an Hyundai i20, and some a Tata Nano. This drives up the cost for the kit provider.

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Cabot using field natural gas to power fracking equipment in PA

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Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation, in partnership with FTS International (FTSI) and Caterpillar Global Petroleum, is using Marcellus Shale natural gas to fracture wells via dual fuel technology. FTS International is a leading provider of well completion services for the oil and gas industry. —Dan O.

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Axial Vector and Kirloskar Oil Engines Forming JV for Mass Production of Axial-Type Engines

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Axial Vector Energy Corporation (AVEC) and Kirloskar Oil Engines (KOEL) have signed a binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a joint venture for the mass production of the Axial Vector axial-type, multi-fuel engines ( earlier post ). Rahul Kirloskar, Director, Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited. Source: AVEC. Click to enlarge.

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ZF to present new 9-speed automatic transmission for front-transverse drive; fuel savings up to 16% compared to 6-speeds

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ZF 9HP.The 9 HP construction kit is designed for different starting elements, hybrid drive, a stop-start function, and all-wheel drive. Thanks to its construction kit principle, the basic transmission can be supplemented in line with special requirements. Click to enlarge. In addition, the 9HP is easy to hybridize.

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ZF 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Offers Modular Design Adapted for Different Drive Configurations, Including Hybrids

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The transmission kit covers a broad torque range from 300 to 1,000 N·m (221 to 738 lb-ft) and can be adapted to fit hybrid or all-wheel drive applications. ZF highlighted the transmission, along with other vehicle technologies, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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ZF launches product offensive for hybrid and electric drive systems, automated driving, integrated safety, and chassis

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ZF estimates that at least 70% of all new vehicles in 2030 will still have an internal combustion engine. The maximum torque, which can be attained without actuating the internal combustion engine, is 450 N·m, thus allowing for swift passing, even in e-mode. This is clearly evident when it comes to the oil circuit.

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Cummins chooses Hythane OptiBlend system for retrofitting dual-fueled power on drilling rigs

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The Optiblend kit displaces diesel with natural gas (up to 70%) or other alternative fuels, without modifications to the internal components or the stock fuel management system. The diesel oxidation catalyst and gas train components have been integrated into the oil field skid structure, following Hythane’s guidelines.

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