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Tesla Power India launches refurbished battery brand – ReStore – ET Auto

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New Delhi: Tesla Power India introduced ReStore , a refurbished battery brand supporting self-reliance, skill development, and green technology. This initiative is led by the Gurgaon-based Tesla Power India Private Limited, with global headquarters in Delaware, USA.

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Penn State researchers developing methods to prolong operating life of valve regulated lead-acid batteries; electric locomotive as example

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A team of Penn State researchers is developing more cost-effective ways to prolong the life of valve regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries, such as those applied in Norfolk Southern Railway No. 999—the first all-electric, battery-powered locomotive in the United States. Earlier post.). Ying Shi, Christopher A. 2012.08.013.

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CPT/AVL Study: New Generation of Micro-Hybrid Technologies Can Enable More than 25% Reduction in Fuel Consumption at Lower Cost Than Full Hybrid Drive Systems

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liter variant of the ELC-hybrid power unit, will meet the European industry’s 130 g/km CO 2 emissions target. 22 nd International AVL Conference “Engine & Environment”). The next technology step is to further develop AVL’s efficient low carbon ELC-hybrid concept by incorporating CPT’s SpeedStart system.

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Honda announces second plug-in vehicle testing program; Japan joins US, China may follow

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The specifics of the testing program, testing vehicles, and solar-powered charging stations made their public debut in Japan. Solar-powered charging station for the test vehicles. The Saitama program will focus on motorcycles, automobiles and power products. Honda Motor Co., Earlier post.) Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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