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Digital Loop accelerates the homologation of vehicle software updates using virtual simulation

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Their “Digital Loop” offers significant advantages for vehicle manufacturers and regulatory authorities, saving both time and cost in type approvals as well as maintenance of product conformity throughout a vehicle’s life cycle. The team is presenting its concept to the public for the first time at IAA Mobility in Munich.

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ORNL study quantifies fuel economy costs of common driver practices and vehicle alterations

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They presented their results in a paper at SAE 2014 World Congress in Detroit. There is fuel economy information and advice available for vehicle maintenance and carrying loads that is quite good, but very little published data to back it up.

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ARPA-E to award $27M for advanced nuclear reactor systems operational technology: GEMINA

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GEMINA’s goal is to reduce fixed operations and maintenance (O&M) costs from ~13 $/MWh in the current fleet to ~2 $/MWh in the advanced fleet. These projects will work to develop digital twin technology to reduce O&M costs in the next generation of nuclear power plants. —ARPA-E Director Lane Genatowski.

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Rivian R1EVS to join fleets in the mining industry

Teslarati

. “The Rivian R1T is widely acclaimed for its on and off-road capabilities, and its robust design and adaptability make it the ideal candidate to meet the many challenges mining presents. The company will also support mines with Rivian R1Ts by developing charging infrastructure, maintaining maintenance, and improving workflows.

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GM expands access of OnStar Vehicle Insights telematics solution to non-GM vehicles

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Once the connection to the adapter is established to the vehicle and to the OnStar Vehicle Insights mobile app or website, fleet managers can begin receiving valuable vehicle insights on the OnStar Vehicle Insights platform, designed to lower the cost of vehicle maintenance while keeping their fleets up and running.

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EPRI assesses status of 8 key power generation technologies for US; estimates of capital cost and levelized cost of electricity

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Comparative levelized cost of electricity in 2025 ($/MWh) at different CO 2 prices. Representative costs are reported in constant December 2010 US dollars. LCOE calculations are based on assumptions regarding future unit operations, operating costs, fuel prices, financing terms, and inflation. Source: EPRI. Click to enlarge.

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What makes maintaining electric vehicle charging stations more difficult than gas stations?

Setec Powerr

Electric vehicles are gaining popularity as people become increasingly concerned about the environment and rising fuel costs. While electric cars have many benefits, such as reduced emissions and lower fuel costs, they also present unique challenges when it comes to maintaining the charging infrastructure they require.