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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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The performance of the ReFactory will also relate to the ability to generate closed-loop supply flows with controlled costs (reuse, recycling for repair), and to develop new value-added skills (retrofitting, dismantling, fleet maintenance, preparation of batteries for the second life, etc.)

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Renault Group and Plug Power launch HYVIA joint venture; ecosystem of fuel cell LCVs, green hydrogen & refueling stations

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HYVIA’s activities will be carried out at existing Renault facilities in France: The head office of the joint venture as well as the R&D teams will be located at Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, with the light commercial vehicle engineering and development center for Renault Group, to maximize synergy across teams.

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Forsee Power to supply NMC Li-ion batteries for Alstom Aptis electric bus

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Alstom said it chose Forsee Power for its advanced technology in terms of yield and density, its competitiveness and its ability to provide a recyclable product, from collection to the re-use of cells. Finally, the Alstom site of Vitrolles is responsible for developing one of the charging solutions (SRS).

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COVID-19 outbreak poised to strengthen EV momentum and the markets for cobalt and copper

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Second, the question of how to transform traditional supply chains without facing challenges from politicians and unions. Among other things, the government is to promote vehicle sales in rural areas, update vehicle fleets in urban areas, and strengthen construction of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Around 1.8%

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MAN eTGE battery-electric van to be mass-produced from July onwards

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For around ten years, MAN Truck & Bus has been working on innovative concepts for supplying and removing material in the urban environment. A 40 kW charging station fills a battery up to 80% in 45 minutes. Approximately nine hours are needed for a full charge with 220V AC.

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AllCell and Matra Debut Solar Energy Storage Battery Swap and Charging System at Paris Motor Show

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The Paris Motor Show saw the debut of a solar energy storage system to support light electric vehicle battery swaps and charging. France-based Matra offers a line of electric bikes, scooters and quads. They will primarily charge using solar energy, but can give and receive energy to/from the grid. kW charge/discharge.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Sprout at Plug-in 2010

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Earlier this year, Nissan Nissan North America (NNA) selected AeroVironment to supply electric vehicle home-charging stations and installation services supporting the introduction of the LEAF. Aerovironment’s home charging dock. The company offers a broad range of Level 1, 2 and 3 charging solutions. Click to enlarge.

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