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IHS Markit identifies 5 billion barrels of oil equivalent in short-cycle opportunities outside North America
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JANUARY 31, 2018
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Mahindra Automotive North America opens new HQ and manufacturing facility in Metro Detroit
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NOVEMBER 22, 2017
As a strong indication of its growing presence in North America, Mahindra Automotive North America (MANA) has opened a new North American HQ and manufacturing operation in the Detroit area—the first such new OEM facility in Southeast Michigan in more than 25 years.
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GM North America recalls year-to-date: 15,809,846
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MAY 28, 2014
GM released a running total of its recalls in the US and in North America for the first and second quarters of 2014: 13,791,211 vehicles in the US, with a North American total of 15,809,846.
FEV North America, Inc. opening office in Silicon Valley
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AUGUST 18, 2016
FEV North America, Inc. Zelasko will report to Joachim Wolschendorf, executive vice president and CSO of FEV North America, Inc. Additional staff will come from FEV's North American headquarters in Auburn Hills combined, as necessary, with locally-sourced staffing. FEV) has established an office in Sunnyvale, California, citing a thriving automotive electronics industry on the West Coast, as well as overwhelming customer demands.
Nissan Note hybrid leaked, but not likely for North America
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SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
The Nissan Versa Note has never been a particularly big seller in North America. Its sedan counterpart is one of the largest and most capacious vehicles in the subcompact segment, but the Note has always been more of a car for European and Asian markets. There, it does fairly well, in part due to a higher-quality interior than the one fitted to. Japan subcompact Nissan Rogue Hybrid
Daimler Trucks North America collaborates with AT&T and Microsoft on new connectivity solutions for HD trucks
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OCTOBER 4, 2016
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced new collaborations with AT&T and Microsoft Corporation with the goal of delivering further enhancements to its Detroit Connect suite of connected vehicle services. Our collaboration with technology leaders such as AT&T and Microsoft further enhance our ability to provide connectivity solutions to our customers in North America.
Toyota North America unveils hydrogen-fuel-cell heavy-duty truck proof-of-concept; twin Mirai fuel cell stacks
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APRIL 19, 2017
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. TMNA) revealed “Project Portal”—a hydrogen fuel cell system designed for heavy-duty trucks applied in a Class 8 truck for use at the Port of Los Angeles (POLA).
Berkeley TSRC study quantifies VMT and GHG benefits of car2go car-sharing in North America
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JULY 25, 2016
car2go NA is currently the largest flexible one-way carsharing service in North America. There are currently four forms of carsharing in North America, the study notes: Roundtrip. Roundtrip carsharing has been operating in North America for more than 20 years.
BMW of North America and partners to install up to 100 EV charging stations in and around US National Parks
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APRIL 19, 2017
BMW of North America has partnered with the National Park Foundation, National Park Service and the Department of Energy to install up to 100 electric vehicle charging stations in national parks and nearby communities across the country.
Nouveau Monde signs LOI with Shinzoom to market Li-ion anode material in North America
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JULY 25, 2017
The purpose of the proposed collaboration is to participate actively in the growing North American Li-Ion battery anode material market. The JV will exclusively market Shinzoom’s anode materials to lithium battery manufacturers in North America. Canada-based Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. NMG) has signed a non-binding letter of intent with China-based Hunan Zhongke Shinzoom Co. Shinzoom), a lithium-ion battery anode producer and developer.
Mercedes-Benz R&D North America opens Digital Hub in Seattle; focus on software development and data operations in cloud computing
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NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) is opening a lab in Seattle, the organization’s sixth. In Redford, Michigan, the focus is on powertrain and eDrive technology as well as in Long Beach, where the E-Mobility Group helps to shape the future of the North American market for hydrogen fuel cell and battery electric vehicles. Software experts there will focus on Cloud computing to expand and enhance connected car functionality in Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Nestlé Waters North America adds 155 new medium-duty propane autogas trucks to delivery fleet
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MARCH 8, 2016
Nestlé Waters North America is adding more than 150 medium-duty beverage delivery trucks fueled by propane autogas. Mickey Body in High Point, North Carolina, upfitted the vehicles with side-load beverage bays. The Nestlé Waters North America propane trucks are used to deliver product to its customers across the country including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.,
Carnival Cruise Line signs agreement with Shell to fuel North America’s first LNG-powered cruise ships
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NOVEMBER 10, 2017
Carnival Cruise Line, a unit of Carnival Corporation & plc, signed an agreement with Shell NA LNG, LLC (Shell) to be its supplier of marine liquefied natural gas (LNG) to power North America’s first fully LNG-powered cruise ships. Under this framework agreement, Shell will supply Carnival Cruise Line with fuel for its two new LNG-powered ships expected to launch in 2020 and 2022 and to be homeported in North America.
Ford to offer new 5-cylinder 3.2L diesel in Transit van in North America next year
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DECEMBER 10, 2012
Ford’s 5-cylinder, 3.2-liter Power Stroke diesel will be Ford’s second in North America. The new diesel engine, Ford’s second in North America, has already been applied in the global Ford Ranger truck sold in world markets (3.2
Honda Urban EV Concept to go on sale in 2019, but not for North America
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SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
If there were a favorite car among journalists and car fans at this week's Frankfurt motor show, it may have been a small, all-electric hatchback city car. Which is pretty remarkable, given the practical, unexciting, utilitarian, slightly nerdy image every non-Tesla electric car seems to carry among that group even today. The car in question is. Frankfurt Auto Show minicar Future Cars Frankfurt Motor Show plug-in cars Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV
New 2014 Toyota Corolla brings Valvematic, new CVT to North America; up to >40 mpg highway
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JUNE 7, 2013
The Corolla’s new LE Eco trim level is equipped with a 1.8-liter engine with Valvematic—a further development of VVT-i—a valve train technology which appears for the first time in North America with Corolla. 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco. Click to enlarge.
Porsche Cars North America says it was “surprised” to receive EPA NOV on emissions
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NOVEMBER 3, 2015
On Monday, the US EPA issued a second notice of violation (NOV) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) to Volkswagen AG, Audi AG and Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., EPA also issued the NOV to Porsche AG and Porsche Cars North America (PCNA). earlier post ) In response, Porsche Cars North America issued a response saying it was “ surprised to learn this information. ”. Porsche Cars North America will cooperate fully with all relevant authorities.
GAC Bunker Fuels partners with REV LNG and REV LNG Marine to bring reliable LNG bunkering services to North America
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OCTOBER 11, 2016
GAC Bunker Fuels (GBFL), the GAC Group’s bunker trading and brokerage arm, has entered a strategic partnership with REV LNG and REV LNG Marine to deliver LNG bunkering services to ship owners and operators trading in North America. The alliance with the leading full-service LNG supplier and its marine arm REV LNG Marine offers a complete LNG supply chain solution in North American ports, in response to growing demand for LNG as a marine fuel.
New Flyer introduces first 60-foot hydrogen fuel cell bus in North America
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APRIL 20, 2016
New Flyer of America, a subsidiary of New Flyer Industries Inc., Based on its Buy America compliant and proven Xcelsior X60 heavy-duty transit bus platform, New Flyer partnered with Ballard Power Systems Inc.
BMW Connected North America makes its world debut at Microsoft Build 2016; powered by Azure
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APRIL 3, 2016
The first version—called BMW Connected North America—is now available at the Apple App Store to BMW ConnectedDrive customers in the US for iOS devices.
Mitsubishi introduces Concept GC-PHEV SUV to North America
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FEBRUARY 13, 2015
Mitsubishi staged the North American debut of its Concept GC-PHEV (“Grand Cruiser”)—a next-generation full-size crossover plug-in hybrid. Concept GC-PHEV. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) The Concept GC-PHEV features a supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 gasoline engine paired with a high-output electric motor; 12 kWh lithium-ion battery; 8-speed automatic transmission; and Mitsubishi Motors’ advanced full-time Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) all-wheel drive.
Porsche Cars North America stops selling Cayenne diesels until further notice
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NOVEMBER 4, 2015
NOV) on 3.0-liter diesels ( earlier post ), Porsche Cars North America, Inc. In view of the unexpected US EPA notice of violation. decided to discontinue sales of model year 2014 through 2016 Porsche Cayenne Diesel vehicles until further notice.
ECS and Toyota North America announce 2016-2017 Fellowship winners for projects in green energy technology
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JULY 16, 2016
The ECS Toyota Young Investigator Fellowship, a partnership between The Electrochemical Society (ECS) and Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRINA), an advanced research arm of Toyota Motor North America, Inc. — Fellowship Chair and manager of Toyota’s North American Research Strategy Office, Paul Fanson.
Lexus NX compact utility arrives in North America
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JULY 7, 2014
Lexus has introduced the new Lexus NX compact utility, first unveiled in Beijing ( earlier post ) to North America. 2015 Lexus NX 300h. Click to enlarge. The 2015 Lexus NX debuts in two versions, the NX 200t with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and the NX 300h hybrid with 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine, which brings the brand’s number of hybrid offerings to six—the most among luxury brands.
Linde North America buying 20 more LNG-fueled trucks
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JUNE 12, 2013
Linde North America is marking an intensifying commitment to liquefied natural gas (LNG) with the purchase of 20 more LNG-fueled trucks. The trucks, expected to be deployed later this year, will be integrated into Linde’s fleet of more than 700 trucks carrying cryogenic gases to customers throughout North America.
EIA: world petroleum use sets record high in 2012 despite declines in North America and Europe
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AUGUST 27, 2013
million barrels per day (bbl/d) in 2012, as declining consumption in North America and Europe was more than outpaced by growth in Asia and other regions, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). North America.
Think North America Vice Chairman Canny resigning
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JANUARY 17, 2011
Think North America Vice Chairman Richard Canny is resigning his position with the electric car maker effective at the end of the month. Canny transitioned to vice chairman of the company’s North American operations from CEO of Think Global SA in September 2010. plant in Elkhart, Indiana; started output for the North American market; and announced plans to open new product development and engineering facilities in Oslo. Automotive News Europe.
IHS: 9% of solar PV systems in North America will have attached storage in 2018
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MARCH 17, 2015
IHS forecasts that 9% of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in North America will include attached storage in 2018. The North American residential market for PV systems with attached storage will be limited, as the only real incentive for homeowners to install these systems is to provide back up for power blackouts. Led by commercial systems, IHS expects 700 megawatts (MW) of PV systems with energy storage will be installed by 2018, compared to just 30 MW in 2014.
ABB and Nova Bus collaborating on electric buses and charging in North America; OppCharge overhead 300kW DC fast charge
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FEBRUARY 10, 2017
Engineering company ABB and Nova Bus, the North American buses manufacturer and a division of Volvo Buses, announced a business collaboration that consists of the delivery of the first ABB’s electric bus DC fast charger for opportunity charging in North America.
Zipcar to expand Zipvan cargo van service across North America
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AUGUST 21, 2012
plans to expand the company’s Zipvan cargo van service across North America. Zipcar is launching the Zipvan service in Seattle, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Portland, Oregon today, and will roll out the service to its remaining metro markets in North America over the next 12 months. Car-sharing network Zipcar, Inc.
Bosch offering sub-$10K 24 kW DC fast charger for North America; SAE J1772 DC Combo connector
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JULY 7, 2015
Bosch Automotive Service Solutions has introduced the Power DCPlus DC fast charger in North America, starting at less than $10,000. Using the SAE J1772 DC Combo connector, the 24 kW Bosch Power DCPlus will charge compatible EVs to 80% in less than 30 minutes.
Schaeffler brings thermal management to North America
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JULY 12, 2012
It’s already in production in Europe – and now Shaeffler is bringing its advanced thermal management system (pictured) to North America. Green cars Latest news green cars North America Schaeffler thermal managementThe module involves proactive management of the hybrid component, as well as the engine, transmission and battery temperature: and is said to improve fuel economy by as much as four per cent. So how [.].
BASF and TODA KOGYO enter negotiations to collaborate on Li-ion cathode active materials in North America
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AUGUST 9, 2016
BASF and TODA KOGYO are entering exclusive negotiations to collaborate in cathode active materials (CAM) and its respective precursors in North America. The proposed collaboration would focus on the manufacture of a broad range of CAM and its respective precursors in North America for use in lithium-ion batteries for the automotive, consumer electronics and stationary storage markets.
VW likely to build electric cars in North America by 2020: executive
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JULY 27, 2016
Now it appears that some of those models will be built in North America, according to Volkswagen Group of. As it works to recover from the diesel-emissions cheating scandal, Volkswagen's future plans include quite a number of new electric cars. The company has said it will introduce 30 electric models across multiple brands by 2025, in fact. Manufacturing chattanooga VW mexico Puebla VW Group plug-in cars Tennessee
Hyundai Kona Electric: will new small electric SUV come to North America?
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JUNE 6, 2017
Hyundai has already taken its first step into the realm of electric cars with the Ioniq Electric. In fact, a plug-in hybrid and dedicated hybrid round out three alternative propulsion choices from Hyundai, but a Hyundai Kona electric car is slated to join the Korean brand's portfolio. The Kona will be Hyundai's subcompact crossover, comparable in. plug-in cars
Novelis increases prices for automotive and specialty aluminum sheet products in North America
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AUGUST 18, 2014
Novelis, the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, announced price increases on its North American Automotive and Specialty aluminum sheet products for all new orders effective immediately. To support the rapidly growing automotive market demand, Novelis remains committed as the industry leader in announced capacity investments in North America, Europe and Asia. —Marco Palmieri, Senior Vice President, Novelis and President, Novelis North America.
North America's largest coal power plant to become 44-MW solar farm
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MARCH 16, 2016
Located on the shores of Lake Erie, the Ontario Power Generation Nanticoke Generating Station was once North America's largest coal-fired power plant. Here's a turn of events that should make renewable-energy advocates smile. It was once capable of producing almost 4,000 megawatts at full capacity, but the aging plant has been shuttered since. Canada energy infrastructure renewable energy solar clean energy
Honda opens CNG fueling station on Marysville campus; 1st public CNG fueling station located on Honda property in North America
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AUGUST 19, 2015
The CNG station, which was designed, constructed and will be operated by Trillium CNG, is the first public CNG station located on a Honda property in North America. —Dana McBrien, Associate Chief Advisor - North America Logistics for Honda. Honda established operations in America in 1959 and now employs more than 39,000 associates in its North American sales, R&D and manufacturing operations with total capital investment in North America exceeding $22 billion.
Daimler Trucks North America delivers 1,000th natural gas truck
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NOVEMBER 8, 2011
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced the delivery of its 1,000 th natural gas truck and is the first commercial vehicle manufacturer to achieve such a milestone. Holly, North Carolina. Holly, North Carolina. DTNA turned over the key to the natural gas truck, the first Freightliner 114SD compressed natural gas (CNG) truck with a Cummins Westport ISL G engine, to customer Ryder System, Inc.
Leclanché to supply Li-ion Energy Storage Systems in one of largest grid storage projects in North America
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JANUARY 20, 2016
Hecate Canada Storage II, LLP, an emerging Canadian Project Development and Electrical Systems Integrator, has selected Switzerland-based Leclanché as the exclusive partner to provide 13MW / 53MWh Li-ion battery Energy Storage Systems in one of the largest Grid Ancillary Services energy storage projects in North America.
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