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SKF partnering with electric motorcycle maker CAKE to implement bearings with lowest possible carbon emissions

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SKF has signed a letter of intent with CAKE, the Swedish maker of premium, lightweight, electric motorcycles, to explore how it can incorporate bearings produced with the lowest possible carbon emissions. SKF experts will also work with CAKE to look at ways to further reduce emissions as part of the project.

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TVS Releases Battery-Powered X Crossover, A Mix Of A Motorcycle & Scooter

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Chennai-based Indian motorcycle maker TVS Motor Company recently released the TVS X, which it calls a crossover — part scooter, part motorcycle, but all electric. Designed by Indian engineers at TVS Motor’s R&D facility, its unique crossover design is sleek and eye-catching.

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IDTechEx: Sales of electric motorcycles in Europe grew 50% y-o-y in 2020

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IDTechEx expects electric motorcycle sales in Europe to have grown at least 50% year-on-year in 2020, building on the momentum of recent years. Growth is also being boosted by consumer awareness and acceptance in Europe of the benefits of electric motorcycles. 2020 is an IDTechEx estimate based on Q1 - Q3 2020 data.

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Agreement reached to standardize swappable batteries for electric motorcycles

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The Swappable Battery Consortium for Electric Motorcycles has reached an agreement to standardize swappable batteries and replacement systems, allowing battery sharing and paving the way for increased adoption of electric motorcycles in Japan. The consortium was established by Honda Motor Co., Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.,

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Yamaha Motor developing high-performance motor prototype for cars and other vehicles

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Yamaha Motor has begun accepting orders for a high-performance electric motor prototype that is capable of delivering industry-leading high power density for automobiles and other types of vehicles. Sample dual-motor package. 35kW prototype unit under development.

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Harley-Davidson invests in Alta Motors; companies will collaborate on future electric motorcycle product development

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has made an equity investment in Alta Motors , a leader and innovator in lightweight electric vehicles; the two companies will collaborate on electric motorcycle technology and new product development. Harley-Davidson has already announced the planned launch of its first electric motorcycle, informed by Project LiveWire.

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Saitama City, Honda Motor and Yamaha Motor begin electric motorcycle trials

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Saitama City (Japan), Honda Motor and Yamaha Motor will begin evaluation testing towards the expansion of the use of electric motorcycles. This evaluation testing program marks the first joint initiative between a local government body and the two motorcycle manufacturers. Parking Lot.