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ETH Zurich catalyst can convert polypropylene directly into motor oil with high selectivity

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With tuning, the catalyst can achieve a selectivity of 80% toward motor oil (C 21 –C 45 ). As an indication of the industrial interest in this field, Neste and and Ravago recently announced plans to set up a joint venture to focus on chemical recycling of mixed waste plastic using a thermochemical liquefaction technology from Alterra Energy.

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€33.7M AgiloDrive2 project for electric motor production launches

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Consortium leader Schaeffler, along with with 17 partners (automotive and industrial supplier) has launched the AgiloDrive2 research project funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi). —Thomas Pfund, President of the E-Motors Business Unit at Schaeffler. Earlier post.).

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Rapido revival in sight: Central guidelines set to reignite bike taxi services in Delhi and Maharashtra – ET Auto

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways ( MoRTH ) has issued guidelines clarifying the legality of bike taxis in India, potentially paving way for their return in key markets like Delhi and Maharashtra. The challenges faced by bike taxi operators, including Rapido, stem from the lack of implementation and policies in some states.

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New Zealand issues new guidelines for EV manufacturers and importers

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New Zealand has issued new guidelines for electric vehicle manufacturers and importers to provide clarity about the regulations and rules for the safe use of electric vehicles in New Zealand. In particular, the guidelines provide direction for consistency of plugs and how to charge electric vehicles safely.

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Infinitum Electric raises $40 Million in Series C; PCB motor

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Infinitum Electric, developer of the printed circuit board (PCB) motor ( earlier post ), raised $40 million in Series C funding to scale production of its ultra-high-efficiency, lightweight motors. This results in an average of 3 dB lower sound power noise across the entire frequency range.

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EPA, ECOS and Motor Vehicle Industry Associations to sign memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the reduction of copper in brake pads

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On Wednesday 21 January, representatives of the US Environment Protection Agency (EPA), the Environmental Council of the States (ECOS) and motor vehicle industry associations will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the agency and the motor vehicle industry for the reduction of copper in brake pads.

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Jaguar Land Rover providing I-PACE EVs for ground support for Rolls-Royce’s electric flight speed record attempt

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The aircraft has been created by the ACCEL (Accelerating the Electrification of Flight) program, which includes key partners YASA, the electric motor and controller manufacturer, and aviation start-up Electroflight. The aircraft features three power-dense 750R electric motors, designed and manufactured by YASA.