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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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Mercedes-Benz is the first automotive company to meet the demanding legal requirements of UN-R157 for a Level 3 system for conditionally automated driving. The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has granted system approval for this on the basis of the technical approval regulation UN-R157 (UN Regulation No.

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Engine products group files legal challenge to EPAs partial waiver for E15

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The newly formed Engine Products Group (EPG)—comprising the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Alliance), The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. —Kris Kiser, Executive Vice President of The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, speaking on behalf of the Engine Products Group. Earlier post.).

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Nations agree on global, legally binding treaty on mercury emissions: Minamata Convention on Mercury

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At the conclusion of the International Negotiating Committee on Mercury ( INC5 ) meeting in Geneva ( earlier post ), nations agreed on a global, legally-binding treaty to prevent mercury emissions and releases. From Power Stations to Cement Factories.

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WHYY reports Philadelphia’s Proterra electric bus fleet sidelined due to cracked chassis and other defects

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But internal communications, obtained by WHYY’s PlanPhilly through a right-to-know request, reveal the incident shook SEPTA’s top executives and triggered a serious reevaluation of its plans to convert more of its fleet to electric power. million federal grant, that she had doubts about “the future of electric vehicle procurement.”. “I

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ITM Power HFuel achieves UK road-use compliance

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ITM Power’s HFuel transportable hydrogen refueling product has met the requirements of the UK’s Department for Transport for road use. In preparation for the HOST (Hydrogen On Site Trials) launch, ITM Power undertook a thorough assessment of system safety and required approvals. Earlier post.).

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Gordon Murray T.27 EV overall winner of 2nd annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge

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To win this event is truly special and could not have been achieved without the 50% grant from the Technology Strategy Board and my team. There were five vehicle energy classes: Pure Electric (EV); Extended-Range/Plug-In Hybrid (E-REV, PHEV); Hybrid (HV, HEV); Hydrogen (HFEV); and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)—up to 110g/km CO?

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This Chinese electric bus is adorably shaped like a koala bear

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Granted, the interior doesn’t look quite as magical as the exterior, but sometimes that’s just life. kW spinner powering that rear axle. Just don’t try and make an international wire transfer while you’re there. In this case, what it is is a 14-seater electric bus, including the driver. You know the one.

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