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Honda tests next-generation INDYCAR internal combustion engine; full hybrid unit in 2024

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The hybrid technology will include a motor, inverter, and electric storage device that will create energy recovery from the braking system. liter E85 bio-fueled engine has been designed, simulated, developed, dyno-tested, manufactured and assembled by the inspiring Honda men and women at HPD in California. The all new 2.4-liter

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EKODA consortium exploring direct reuse or repurposing of batteries, gearboxes

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Used and damaged cars are often disposed of via energy-intensive scrapping processes—even when many of their parts are still fully functional. This strategy optimizes the lifespan of the individual parts, making it possible to establish a sustainable circular economy in the mobility sector.

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ORNL demos 20 kW bi-directional wireless charging on UPS PHEV truck; 11" air gap, >92% efficiency

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With its bi-directional design, the system also supports use of the vehicle’s batteries for energy storage. The system incorporates ORNL’s custom electromagnetic coil design and controls system, as well as wide bandgap power conversion systems. UPS appreciates the Department of Energy’s support on this effort.

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Alpine 100% electric A110 E-ternité prototype debuts at French Formula 1 Grand Prix; batteries fore and aft

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A rolling laboratory, the A110 E-ternité is an open-top car which maintains Alpine’s agility with a lightness unequalled for an electric car in this segment. As a Renault Group brand, it was natural for this new project, to look first at the parts and technologies already available in-house.

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The Role of Power Utilities in Turning EVs into a Grid Asset – Part 2

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Part 1 of this two-part blog discusses the challenges facing electric utilities – both electricity generators and grid operators – with electric vehicle (EV) adoption coinciding with the electrification of buildings, heating, and industry.

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

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The entity will thus offer a turnkey service for the sales network: optimized transport of vehicles, supply of spare parts (Re-Cycle Center), renovation, storage, production of photos and videos and their online availability. to vehicle fleets and shared mobility players, such as the ZITY electric car-sharing service.

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ARPA-E issues $100M OPEN funding opportunity announcement to support early-stage energy R&D

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $100 million in funding for new projects as part of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy’s (ARPA‑E) latest OPEN funding opportunity. ( Advanced vehicle designs and materials. Advanced or alternative vehicle designs and/or key enabling technologies.

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