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European marine systems integrator orders Nuvera fuel cell system

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Unlike boats propelled by internal combustion engines, a fuel cell electric boat can access marine-protected areas. Nuvera is making a greener marine industry reality by providing zero-emission, high-productivity fuel cell solutions as an alternative to gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines.

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Magna providing composite liftgate assembly for BMW i3 EV

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Magna International Inc. Magna’s collaboratively-designed liftgate achieves the BMW i brand appearance and vehicle mass requirements through the use of a lightweight composite structure which integrates the liftgate’s functional systems. The module is a completely assembled lightweight closure, ready for installation on the vehicle.

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Hyundai Motor to invest $85B over next 10 years to accelerate transition to smart mobility provider

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The company is currently producing EVs in this way at its plants in the US, South Korea, the Czech Republic, and India. HMGICS will demonstrate various new manufacturing technologies for enhancement of quality, logistics and management automation and others. It plans to convert additional lines as market demand dictates.

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Magna using torsional welding process for thermoplastics in autos; sensors to thin-wall bumpers

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The torsional welding process, developed by Magna for automotive applications at its exteriors plant in Liberec, Czech Republic, in collaboration with Telsonic Ultrasonics , features a high-speed twisting motion that creates enough friction-based heat to join a plastic bracket to a thermoplastic fascia. Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen Group expands presence in Russia with agreements with GAZ

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The Volkswagen Group and GAZ Group have extended their manufacturing agreement for Volkswagen and ŠKODA models in Russia until 2025. TDI engines for GAZ light commercial vehicles, opening up new business opportunities in international markets. Furthermore, the Volkswagen brand will in future supply 2.0

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Rolls-Royce consortium secures funding for mini nuclear reactors

EV Info

A Rolls-Royce-led consortium creating a compact nuclear power station, or small modular reactor (SMR) has revealed its latest design with increased power. We are ready to go and hope to be first in line to start the rigorous Generic Design Assessment process in the Autumn of this year.”. billion per unit dropping to £1.8

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This Community-Run Internet is Bridging the Digital Divide

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The Wakoma team operates out of four countries and supports Nimbles in Canada, the Czech Republic, South Africa and the United States, with upcoming deployments planned in India, Kenya, and Mexico. Many of these networks are planned, designed, built, and operated by the community and local partners. “We