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Researchers detect broad range of emerging synthetic antioxidants in dust in e-waste recyling centers

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Manufacturers add synthetic antioxidants to plastics, rubbers and other polymers to make them last longer. Now, researchers have detected a broad range of emerging synthetic antioxidants, called hindered phenol and sulfur antioxidants, in dust from electronic waste (e-waste) recycling workshops, possibly posing risks for the workers inside.

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Workshop to help shape UK project on dynamic power transfer for EVs; charge while you drive

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Via the UK’s Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership comes word that the UK Highways Agency will hold a workshop in Central London on 28 November for stakeholders to help shape a project on dynamic wireless power transfer. The workshop marks the start of engagement for the feasibility study.

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ZF adds sensors for ADAS to Aftermarket CV range – ET Auto

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The ZF Aftermarket range covers a large part of the spare parts requirements of truck workshops. The commercial vehicle segment therefore offers great opportunities for workshops. For independent commercial vehicle workshops, the challenges of the maintenance and repair of trucks and buses are growing.

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Volvo Construction Equipment investing $7.8M in battery pack production at excavator plant

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The new facility at the Changwon plant will produce a wide range of common electric storage solutions (battery packs) for Volvo Group and become a core competence center for electric excavators. Together with its compact electric wheel loaders, Volvo CE has one of the largest electric ranges on the market.

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Johnson Controls develops service program for start-stop systems for independent workshops

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Battery maker Johnson Controls has developed a battery service program for vehicles equipped with start-stop systems to provide independent workshops with total product support and training for this new market, which is set to expand rapidly within a relatively short timeframe. —Joacim Adlerborn.

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Bremen orders five Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses with solid-state batteries

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Seven battery packs offer a total capacity of 441 kWh and thus ensure a large range of autonomy. This battery technology is also free of cobalt and therefore more environmentally friendly in the manufacture of the components.

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California ARB to hold workshop on minor modifications to ZEV regulation; no battery swaps for fast refueling

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The California Air Resources Board (ARB) plans to hold a one-day workshop on 20 May in Sacramento to discuss a staff proposal for minor modifications to the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Regulation. Essentially, the higher the type number, the more credits the vehicle earns for the manufacturer when it is placed in service in California.