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BASF introduces new heat-stabilized Ultramid; heat resistance up to 190 °C in demanding environments

Green Car Congress

Whether in the internal combustion engine or in the hybrid or electric vehicle, reliable and technically flawless materials are indispensable in a demanding environment. The polyamide, reinforced with 30% glass fibers, also features excellent thermal aging performance, as well as vibration and hot gas welding properties.

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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.

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Five Game-changing Benefits of Owning an Electric Vehicle

Electric Driver

Are you considering making the switch to electric vehicles? The benefits of owning an electric vehicle are numerous and game-changing. They can transform your driving experience, benefit the environment, and save you money in the long run. Well, you’re in for a treat!

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

Drive Electric

Electric vehicles have historically received a bad reputation for concerns around safety. Issues like thermal runaway, electrocution, and reports of inextinguishable fires plagued the pioneering electric vehicles. Useful terms: Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle (ICEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV).

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Ipsos Auto Global Study: interest in battery electric vehicles growing in the US

Green Car Congress

Globally, vehicle owners and those considering purchasing BEV agree the top benefits of going electric are improving the environment, adding convenience and reducing ownership costs. After convenience, a nice-looking vehicle proved to be very important. This was followed by a BEV which uses more advanced technology.

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Transitioning to electric vehicles could save nearly 90K lives by 2050 – report

Electrek

The benefits of trading in your gas guzzler for an EV go beyond protecting the environment. With significant reductions in harmful air pollution, transitioning to electric vehicles and clean non-combustion electricity could save nearly 90,000 lives in the US by 2050, according to new data from the American Lung Association.

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Do Electric Vehicles Pollute As Much As Gas-Powered Ones?

CleanTechnica EVs

Only full battery electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel-cell EVs have the potential to be very low-GHG pathways.