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Allison Transmission launches eGen Flex, new zero-emission-capable electric hybrid system

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eGen Flex provides bus fleets with full electric engine-off propulsion and accessory power operation capability—suited for zero-emission zones and depot operation, including when approaching, during, and leaving passenger stops for a quieter and healthier environment. These systems have accumulated nearly 2.6

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Proterra selects Toshiba SCiB cells for next-gen electric bus

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Featuring a Lithium Titanate Oxide (LTO), Toshiba’s SCiB batteries have excellent thermal performance, enabling their high-rate charging capability. The lithium-titanate chemistry contained in SCiB makes the batteries highly resistant to thermal runaway and lithium metal plating, providing exceptional battery safety characteristics.

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Leclanché to supply battery storage system for two hybrid-powered ferries

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Leclanché’s Marine Rack System (MRS), powered by the company’s proprietary lithium-ion cell batteries, was developed especially for the maritime industry and will reduce the ships’ consumption of fossil fuels by 40%. The project has received the DNV-GL Type Approval Certificate and the DNV-GL Product Certificate.

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Pure electricity and hydrogen energy may become the mainstream of new energy in the future

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Electrification and hydrogen fuel may become mainstream in the future. Turkish bus manufacturer Karsan recently showcased its first hydrogen-fueled vehicle at the IAA transport show. In the e-ATA Hydrogen, Karsan combines a 250 kW electric drive with a 70 kW fuel cell and a 30 kWh battery.

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Freudenberg secures majority interest in Li-ion battery maker XALT Energy; full acquisition coming

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As our customers transition to lithium-ion battery and fuel cell powertrain options, our investment in XALT Energy will enhance our ability to supply them with materials, products and systems solutions that meet new, complex technical challenges. (GM), GM), through the US Advanced Battery Consortium LLC.

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Kokam deploys new 24MW and 16MW Lithium NMC energy storage systems for frequency regulation

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The 24 MW system is the largest capacity Lithium NMC ESS used for frequency regulation in the world. For example, the three Kokam ESSs will deliver an estimated annual savings of US$13 million in fuel costs, providing fuel cost savings three times larger than the ESSs’ purchase price over the systems’ lifetimes.

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Proterra boosts capacity of Catalyst XR battery pack 28% to 330 kWh with new design, same volume as predecessor

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The TerraVolt FC fast charge battery option (lithium titanate, LTO chemistry) allows for maximum run time with minimum dwell time. Our goal is to enable a complete replacement of fossil-fueled transit vehicles. Lifetime maintenance and fuel savings. Earlier post.) —Ryan Popple, CEO of Proterra. Charge time.

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