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Hyundai Motor Group, Aramco and KAUST collaborate on new e-fuel for novel combustion system

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Hyundai Motor Group will collaborate with the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) jointly to research and develop an advanced fuel for an ultra lean-burn, spark-ignition engine that aims to lower the overall carbon dioxide emissions of a vehicle.

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Germany Launches H2 Mobility Initiative to Expand Infrastructure for Refueling Hydrogen Vehicles

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Daimler AG and leading energy companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Berlin, with the participation of the German Minister of Transport, Wolfgang Tiefensee, to evaluate and expand the setup of a hydrogen infrastructure in Germany to support the series production of fuel cell electric vehicles. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Kia reveals fuel cell car commitment

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South Korean carmaker Kia has not given up on fuel cell vehicles – declaring that they are firmly a part of its plans over the next few years. The company issued a Press release outlining its commitment to green cars and battling rising oil prices over the last 25 years: stating how it has been [.].

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Honda launches first plug-in hydrogen fuel cell EV

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Honda’s popular CR-V compact crossover is now getting a hydrogen-powered version that will begin deliveries this year in California – the car allows you to recharge via Level 2 charging for quick trips, or rely on hydrogen power for long hauls. It sounds like a tax form. Problem is, there is nowhere to refuel them.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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More mainstream models will come from Kia, Mahindra, Škoda, and Volkswagen. At the same time, a few geographic markets will continue to prepare for FCV introduction by building hydrogen stations. In October, California passed legislation committing to build 100 hydrogen stations by 2024. H2USA, the new U.S. H2USA, the new U.S.

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Kia EV6 & Hyundai Ioniq 5 in India: Welcome to another PR stunt

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In this episode of electric car watch, we will talk about the arrival of Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Kia EV6 on Indian roads. Video: ​Kia EV6 & Hyundai Ioniq 5 in India: A PR stunt unlike any other Kia will “launch” its first EV in India, the EV6 for the Indian market. The Kia EV6 is doing very well.

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Major study concludes achieving EU 2050 transport decarbonization goals will require portfolio of advanced powertrains; fuel cells, battery-electric and plug-in hybrids

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Car manufacturers: BMW AG, Daimler AG, Ford, General Motors LLC, Honda R&D, Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors Corporation, Nissan, Renault, Toyota Motor Corporation, Volkswagen. Oil and gas : ENI Refining and Marketing, Galp Energia, OMV Refining and Marketing GmbH, Shell Downstream Services International B.V., Wind : Nordex.

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