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Ducker survey of automakers suggests aluminum content surge in EV market; SUVs & pickups to constitute 85% of the BEV market by 2030

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The report— “2023 North American Light Vehicle Aluminum Content and Outlook ”—released by the Aluminum Association indicates that demand for more sustainable transportation will help drive an increase in market share for aluminum content by nearly 100 net pounds per vehicle (PPV) from 2020 to 2030.

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Northern Lights Energy signs LOI to purchase 1,000 AMP electric SUV conversions over 5 years

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a company engaged in the emission-free electrification of OEM vehicles, has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Northern Lights Energy ( NLE ) to support the introduction of all-electric SUVs into Iceland as part of a national electric vehicle (EV) project. With its 37 kWh Li-ion pack, range is 150 miles (241 km). AMP Holding Inc.,

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How battery leasing enhances adaptability in the EV ecosystem | Autocar Professional

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Through partnerships between battery manufacturers and finance providers, consumers can enjoy the benefits of an asset-light model, where they pay either on a pay-per-use basis or through manageable EMIs over a period, typically two years.

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UPS plans to build 9 additional LNG stations at cost of ~$50M

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By 2017, our goal is to reach one billion miles driven by our alternative fuel and advanced technology fleet. To accomplish this goal the company must continue to innovate and help pave the way toward more sustainable transportation solutions. — David Abney, UPS chief operating officer.

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EMBARQ report points to need to reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled per capita in the US to meet emission and oil consumption targets; sustainable VMT

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A report released earlier this summer by released by EMBARQ—the World Resources Institute’s Center for Sustainable Transport—found that the US must achieve significant improvements in vehicle technology and reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) per capita to meet targeted reductions in oil consumption and greenhouse gases.

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OSU smart membrane could enable new category of high-energy, high-power energy storage for EVs

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In this context, we … compare the driving range of electric vehicles from a full recharge and note that the driving miles per recharge time (min) for commercially viable battery technology is ~0.1–0.4 We note that true mass-market adoption of greener and sustainable transportation will require technologies that do not compromise on MPM.

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Celebrating Earth Month: Driving Toward a Greener, Cleaner Future

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Billion e-miles 894M kg ghg prevented The equivalent of 25M trees planted And we’re just getting started. The Future of Transportation is Electric In recent years, the world has witnessed a significant increase in EV adoption rates. Furthermore, we recognize that sustainability is a collective effort.

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