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UNIST team develops novel hydrogen production process using biomass oxidation instead of water oxidation as electron source

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Researchers at S. Korea’s Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) have developed a novel process for the production of hydrogen using various types of biomass, including lignin, as an efficient alternative to water oxidation as an electron source. In a paper published in the journal ACS Catalysis , the researchers report that this approach allows efficient (photo)electrochemical production of hydrogen with a Faradaic efficiency close to unity at acidic pHs and brings additiona

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Ford Mustang Mach-E demand goes well beyond the California bubble

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Three months after opening the reservations window for its upcoming 2021 Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle, Ford reported today that it now has orders for the model in all 50 states. Ford says that the model’s 300-mile EPA-estimated range and all-wheel-drive capability will help meet “regional customer needs.” Roughly.

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Henkel and Covestro partner on assembly of Li-ion cells in carriers

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In their most recent collaboration, Henkel and Covestro have developed a solution enabling the efficient fixation of cylindrical li-ion battery cells inside a plastic cell holder. The solution is based on a UV-curing adhesive from Henkel and a UV-transparent polycarbonate blend from Covestro. With a strong consumer push to reduce electric vehicle prices, large-scale and cost-efficient li-ion battery cell assembly is a prerequisite for every automotive OEM.

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GM commits to giving its own employees more workplace charging

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General Motors announced Tuesday that it’s launching a major initiative to provide workplace charging for its own employees. Through the effort, it will install 3,500 charging connectors across facilities in the U.S. and Canada—tripling the number of connectors currently available from the company. Citing “the internal popularity.

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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CARB increases flexibility of funding for Lower-Emission School Bus Program

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California’s Lower-Emission School Bus Program (LESBP) is a grant program that provides funds to purchase new buses to replace old, high-emitting public school buses, and to equip in-use diesel school buses with retrofit devices that significantly reduce toxic particulate matter emissions. The primary goal of the Lower-Emission School Bus Program is to reduce schoolchildren’s exposure to both cancer-causing and smog-forming pollution.

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Fisker Ocean electric crossover: Charging details, new driving footage

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Details of the 2022 Fisker Ocean electric crossover continue to dribble out ahead of a planned start of production in late 2021—with production by a as-yet-unannounced partner. The latest information released by Fisker includes details on charging, more detailed technical specifications, and new driving footage of the Ocean. The Ocean will.

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Fisker Ocean details, Ford Mustang Mach-E interest, GM workplace charging: Today’s Car News

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The Mustang Mach-E is finding orders from all across the U.S. GM is embracing workplace charging. And Fisker shows its Ocean electric crossover in motion. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Fisker has filled in some more specs and details about charging for its upcoming Ocean electric crossover, although the company hasn’t yet.

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EPA’s annual automotive trends report shows slight increase in fuel economy from MY2017 to MY2018

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In the US, Model Year (MY) 2018 vehicle fuel economy was 25.1 miles per gallon, 0.8% higher than the 24.9 miles per gallon MY 2017, according to the annual Automotive Trends Report released by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In model year 2018, the average estimated real-world CO2 emission rate for all new vehicles fell by 4 grams per mile (g/mi) to 353 g/mi, the lowest level measured since 1975, when EPA data collection began.

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Updated: Details of seminar and event related to Electric Vehicel & technology

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[This is a live article and will be updated time to time] We all auto enthusiasts, especially those who are. The post Updated: Details of seminar and event related to Electric Vehicel & technology appeared first on Electric Vehicles_(India).

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Beverly, MA gets its first electric school bus; Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley powered by Proterra

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Highland Electric Transportation has selected Thomas Built Buses Inc.’s Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley electric school bus powered by Proterra electric vehicle technology ( earlier post ) and the Proterra 60kW charging system for deployment with the Beverly Public Schools, in Beverly, Massachusetts. The project represents the first all-electric school bus in Beverly and the first Thomas Built all-electric school bus in New England.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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Updated: Details of seminar and event related to Electric Vehicel & technology

Bikli Waligaadi

[This is a live article and will be updated time to time] We all auto enthusiasts, especially those who are. The post Updated: Details of seminar and event related to Electric Vehicel & technology appeared first on Electric Vehicles_(India).

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Volkswagen’s first all-electric SUV named as ID.4

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Volkswagen has provided further details on its first all-electric SUV during a webcast following the cancellation of the Geneva Motor Show.

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Battery and fuel cell breakthroughs for zero-carbon powertrains

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New developments in battery and fuel cell technology is promising to dramatically improve the performance and longevity of both. For the former, charging times of five minutes and far higher energy density from lithium-ion cells is on the horizon, whilst in a domestic breakthrough should improve the viability of hydrogen fuel cells.

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Complete styling overhaul as well as new tech for facelifted model

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With over 14 million units delivered since 1946, the E-Class has the impressive distinction of being the bestselling model series in the history of Mercedes-Benz.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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Recent growth of Vehicle Miles of Travel in US occurred on urban roadways

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Vehicle miles of travel (VMT) on urban roadways in the United States grew by 13.7% from 2008 to 2018, while VMT on rural roadways decreased by 1%. Total VMT in 2018 was 3.2 trillion miles. Light-duty vehicles (of all types) posted an increase in urban VMT of a scant 0.2% (from 2,066,824 million miles in 2017 to 2,071,605 million miles in 2018). Single-unit 2-axle 6-tire or more and combination trucks posted a 4.4% increase in urban VMT in 2018, from 157,328 million miles in 2017 to 164,321 milli

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Volkswagen’s first all-electric SUV named as ID.4

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Volkswagen has provided further details on its first all-electric SUV during a webcast following the cancellation of the Geneva Motor Show.

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BMW i4 EV’s debut at the Geneva Auto Show gets cancelled by COVID-19!

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March 3 rd , 2020: with the Geneva Auto Show cancelled due to the coronavirus, automakers have been forced to present their new cars via digital debuts online. BMW showed off new photos and published new specs concerning its electric i4 sedan, which the company claims will arrive at dealerships in 2021 and produce a driving range of 372 miles (which EPA estimates have cut down to 270 miles).

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Skoda Octavia: first ever vRS plug-in hybrid revealed with 242bhp

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Skoda has revealed the fourth generation of their flagship Octavia, with the model promising to redefine its segment for refinement, quality, and tech.

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Cupra Formentor: High-performance coupe crossover is first standalone model for Seat offshoot

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Cupra has revealed the first model developed exclusively for the brand: the Cupra Formentor, a high-performance coupe crossover.

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2020 Suzuki Ignis facelift: What’s new?

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The Suzuki Ignis has been updated for 2020

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Audi A3 Sportback gets styling overhaul

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Sporty, digitalised and fully connected, the fourth generation of the Audi A3 hatchback has been revealed.

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2020 Suzuki Ignis facelift: What’s new?

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The Suzuki Ignis has been updated for 2020

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