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SABIC introduces new NORYL resin for ultra-thin-wall insulation film in higher-voltage EV batteries

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It achieves the highest comparative tracking index performance level category (CTI PLC0); provides ultra-thin-wall extrusion and thermoforming capability; and meets the UL94 V0 standard at 0.25 This material can help advance EV battery technology by contributing to occupant safety, weight reduction and higher efficiency for extended range.

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Opel provides some market and customer data about the Opel Ampera extended range EV

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The Opel Ampera has been on sale for almost two years in Europe, and has been bought by 7,700 customers, who have driven a total of 100 million kilometers (62 million miles) on pure electric power, according to Opel. In a study in the Netherlands, drivers achieved figures substantially lower than the EU standard fuel consumption level (1.2

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Cadillac introduces the 2014 ELR extended range electric vehicle

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Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. Sales start early in 2014 in North America, expanding to global markets including China and Europe. 2014 Cadillac ELR Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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Karma adds Revero GTE to lineup; first BEV; based on E-Flex platform

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Built on the Karma E-Flex Platform ( earlier post ), the GTE will also feature technology from the company’s recently announced platform development initiative, designed to offer new electric mobility solutions to partners through highly versatile extended range battery applications to all-electric chassis systems.

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Opel Unveiling Vivaro e-Concept Extended Range Electric Van Research Study at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2010 Show

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At the IAA Commercial Vehicles Fair in Hannover (23-30 September 2010), Opel will unveil a research project on a Vivaro e-Concept, an electric van with up to 400 kilometers (249 miles) extended range. Tags: Electric (Battery) Europe Hybrids Plug-ins. The e-Concept is conceived to have 5.0 —Chris Lacey.

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Porsche presents 3D-printing technology for bucket seats

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That’s why personalized seat shells customised for the driver have been standard in race cars for a long time now. The “3D-printed bodyform full-bucket seat” will be available from Porsche Tequipment as a driver’s seat for the 911 and 718 ranges from as early as May 2020.

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GM Europe Premieres Opel Ampera,Chevrolet Spark at Geneva Show

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GM Europe staged the world premieres of the Opel Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt, and the Chevrolet Spark mini-car, at the Geneva Motor Show. The Ampera goes on sale in Europe in 2011, the Spark in early 2010. The Ampera is an extended range electric vehicle based on the Voltec technology used in the Chevrolet Volt.

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