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IEEE Women in Engineering Membership on the Rise

Cars That Think

This years celebrations are scheduled to kick off on 23 June, to coincide with International Women in Engineering Day , then end on 7 July. The WIE International Leadership Summits , which are held around the world, provide opportunities for networking, mentorship, and collaboration.

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Global Ferry Electrification Accelerates: 70% Of New Orders Go Electric

CleanTechnica EVs

Seventy percent of ferries currently on order globally now feature electric drivetrains, a remarkable shift underscoring just how rapidly maritime transportation is decarbonizing. Norway has about 70 electric ferries running already, and there are likely north of 200 globally. There are about 15,400 ferries in operation around the world, new.

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Junkyard Find: Zombie 2010 Saturn Outlook XR-L Premium

The Truth About Cars

I'm always on the lookout for automotive milestones during my international junkyard travels. In theory, some Saabs were sold in the USA as 2012 models, but the best I've been able to do is a junked 2011 Saab 9-3.

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First international safety standard for Level 4 automated driving systems has been published

Green Car Congress

An international group of experts led by WMG, University of Warwick working together as a part of an ISO technical committee, has published the first international (ISO) safety standard for Level 4 automated driving systems, taking them a step further towards being more widely available.

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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

Green Car Congress

Fiat’s 875cc TwinAir engine ( earlier post ) was named the International Engine of the Year 2011. The other winners in this year’s International Engine of the Year awards were: Best Performance Engine. Cutaway of the 875cc TwinAir. Click to enlarge. 1-Liter to 1.4-Liter. Volkswagen 1.4-Liter Liter TSI Twincharger.

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MINI USA survey finds 73% say 75 miles EV range sufficient for daily use

Green Car Congress

According to a new survey MINI USA recently commissioned from market research and business intelligence firm Engine International, Inc, 63% of consumers said the best way to use an EV is for commuting or city driving, At the same time, 73% of consumers surveyed said that battery range of up to 75 miles was sufficient for their daily use.

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Quimera, IMSA and ALMS aim to launch international Electric Vehicle motorsport series in 2013

Green Car Congress

Strategic sustainability project specialists Quimera, the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) and the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón (ALMS) are collaborating to develop an international Electric Vehicle motorsport series. Quimera all-electric GT prototype. Click to enlarge. Carbon fibre monocoque chassis.