Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

The KPMG study, “Expect the Unexpected: Building Business Value in a Changing World”, explores issues such as climate change, energy and fuel volatility, water availability and cost and resource availability, as well as population growth spawning new urban centers. Population Growth: The world population is expected to grow to 8.4

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 2, 2022

He imagined a shower head that would sense when the person showering moved out from under the stream of water. The shower head would then automatically turn the water off, turning it back on again when the person moved back into range. With such a device, he thought, people could enjoy a long shower without wasting water.

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IDEA Water REVA Personal 101

Green Car Congress

JUNE 5, 2013

The analyzed samples consisted of a sand/soil mixture: 41% - 41%; water: 25% - 26%; bitumen: 31% - 32%; cellulose and other impurities: less than 1%. Clean sand/soil and clean water with the solids content of less than 0.36% were obtained as three separate end products of the MCW extraction process.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 6, 2023

The 2025 Ram 1500 REV will offer customers two all-electric options, including a standard 168 kWh battery pack with a targeted range of up to 350 miles and an optional 229 kWh large battery pack with a targeted range of up to 500 miles. All HUD settings can be personalized and saved within the driver profiles. 340 coefficient of drag.

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New York All-Electric Battery Batteries 273

Green Car Congress

JULY 25, 2020

Dealers will maintain their service contacts with vehicle handover and other personalized customer service. The VELITE 7 is powered by the Buick eMotion electric propulsion system that meets GM’s global standard for safety and reliability. A portable charging cable comes standard. It comes with a new modular high-performance 55.6-kWh

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Buick PHEV China Lithium Ion 403

Cars That Think

APRIL 28, 2025

LoRa first appeared on Hands Ons radar in 2020 , when enthusiasts realized that the long-range, low-bandwidth protocol had a lot of potential beyond just machine-to-machine Internet of Things connections, such as building person-to-person text messagers.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

MIT researchers have found a new family of highly active catalyst materials that provides the best performance yet in the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in electrochemical water-splitting—a key requirement for energy storage and delivery systems such as advanced fuel cells and lithium-air batteries. Earlier post.) —Grimaud et al.

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MIT Fuel Water Battery 218

Charged EVs

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The standard model has a 210-kilowatt (282-horsepower) motor powering the rear wheels, rated at 413 lb-ft of torque. That’s due to the largest glass roof VW has ever offered, a standard feature with electrochromic “smart glass” that changes instantly from translucent to heavily tinted at the press of a button. Photos by John Voelcker.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2025

The choice often boils down to two options: heavy-duty or standard seat covers. The Basics: What Are Heavy-Duty and Standard Seat Covers? Standard seat covers are your go-to for everyday protection. Standard seat covers often feel soft and comfortable, making them ideal for daily commuters. Have a muddy dog? No problem.

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Standards Maintenance Cleaning Clean 93

Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2010

The names and hometowns of injured persons are being withheld until family members can be notified. It can operate in maximum water depth of 8,000 ft (2,438 m) and has a maximum drill depth of 30,000 ft (9,144 m). to care for all rig personnel and search for missing rig personnel. The Deepwater Horizon. Click to enlarge.

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Mississippi Louisiana 2001 Fleet 210

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2019

As standard the EQC is equipped with a water-cooled onboard charger (OBC) with a capacity of 7.4 It is faster with DC charging—which is standard for the EQC, with a suitable market-specific plug—for example via CCS (Combined Charging Systems) in Europe and the USA, CHAdeMO in Japan or GB/T in China.

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Mercedes 2019 Electrical Electric 362

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Key components include an electric water pump that requires no belts, and an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system that helps warm the engine quickly, reducing fuel consumption when the engine is cold. In addition to the standard driving mode, Prius v drive system also includes an Eco driving mode, an EV driving mode, and a Power mode.

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Prius MPG Sale Toyota 255

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2022

A rear wheel eAxle that’s equipped with a high output water-cooled electric motor is combined with the hybrid engine to directly transmit force to all four wheels, ensuring a thrilling throttle response and linear acceleration throughout the power band. The 2023 Toyota Crown comes standard with Toyota’s Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 1, 2023

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) ( earlier post ) announced results of its third-party Qualified Person (QP)-audited Inferred Resource Report that details the analysis of its lithium deposit at its Tonopah Flats Lithium Project in Nevada. The inferred resources report concludes that Tonopah Flats may hold an estimated 15.8

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Carbon Nevada Commercial Water 259

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 16, 2014

More recently, in June 2014, ASTM revised its standard for jet fuel to include the use of renewable farnesane as a blending component in jet fuels for commercial aviation. Solazyme has engineered microalgae to produce oils tailored to customers’ needs that can mimic or enhance properties of traditional vegetable oils.

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Green Oil EPA Diesel 290

Green Car Congress

APRIL 22, 2010

Aviation gasoline is utilized in general aviation aircraft with piston engines—which are generally used for instructional flying, air taxi activities, and personal transportation. EPA also recently issued national air quality standards for lead that are 10 times tighter than the previous standards.

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EPA Gasoline Emissions 2008 199

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

To help the driver manage the electric vehicle ownership experience, the Fit EV will have a standard connectivity system that allows the driver to stay connected through a smartphone and personal computer, or the Honda-exclusive interactive remote, while away from the vehicle.

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Los Angeles Honda Plug-in Plug 273

Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2010

The van, targeted for inner-city operations and for particularly environmentally sensitive areas, is based on the long-wheelbase Mercedes-Benz Vito with a standard roof. The batteries, electric motor, converter and other electrical components of the drive system are water-cooled. 50-80 km (31-50 miles).

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Mercedes Production Electrical Electric 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Driven by increasing population, urbanization and rising living standards, the world will require some 35% more energy in 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s annual forecast report: Outlook for Energy: A View to 2040. Hybrids are expected to account for about half of global new-car sales by 2040. Source: ExxonMobil. Click to enlarge. Natural gas.

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Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Oil 309

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

In China, the new models come standard with an onboard Data Communication Module (DCM), an integral component of Toyota Connected. A two-discharge port oil pump and a variable cooling system with electric water pump help maximize engine performance and efficiency. Increased use of micro polishing on gear teeth reduces cabin noise.

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2020 Toyota Hybrid 2019 276

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Honda’s newly developed CV-Matic is a compact version of its standard V-belt CVT, and for the first time makes it possible to build a V-belt CVT within the crankcase of a compact motorcycle engine. Tags: Personal Transit Transmissions. The new CV-Matic further enhances the practicality and convenience of the Cub-type models.

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Honda Motorcycles Fuel Economy Oil 220

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2019

A variable cooling system (electric water pump, electric thermostat) and a fully variable oil pump further improve engine efficiency. As on many modern vehicles, the Highlander Hybrid offers selectable NORMAL, ECO and SPORT driving modes that let the driver choose the vehicle’s performance personality. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0

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Highlander New York 2020 Toyota 287

Cars That Think

MARCH 5, 2025

For a little while, lithographers managed to keep making progress using a clever trick: They put water between the lens and the silicon wafer to improve the focusing power of the imaging system. Mirrors could not achieve the same focusing precision as the previous lens-plus-water combination.

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Power Powered Light Hydrogen 141

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2022

The new engine, standard across all gasoline grades, is also more environmentally conscious, with more than a 50% reduction in NO x and NMOG compared to the outgoing V6 engine. A variable cooling system (electric water pump, electric thermostat) and a fully variable oil pump help to further enhance engine efficiency.

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Highlander Engine Emissions Toyota 195

Green Car Congress

MAY 22, 2018

To work with international partners to research and develop new standards for tires and brakes to address toxic non-exhaust emissions of micro plastics from vehicles which can pollute air and water. Farmers will be supported to achieve this through a new system of public money for public goods.

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Creative Greenius

FEBRUARY 9, 2009

I certainly felt like the odd man being the only person in the audience, and it gave the entire two and a half hour meeting a certain private performance aspect. Fortunately there was one other person in the room who made my attendance time very well spent. But I didn’t find it disconcerting - merely curious.

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Climate Change Personal Climate Energy 150

Cars That Think

MAY 12, 2023

Personally, I think the remake is way better than the original on this one. [ Kuka ] By combining Gecko’s advanced robotics, AI-powered software platform, and digital twin modeling, ADNOC created a Smart Maintenance Program to transform their safety and reliability standards. Robot Brains ]

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The all-new 2023 Honda CR-V Sport and Sport Touring trims come standard with the new hybrid system featuring the more refined 2.0-liter Honda’s most popular SUV backs up its strong new looks with a more fun-to-drive personality, more confident and refined dynamics, and increased torque and capability.

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North America Honda America Hybrid 259

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

A Start/Stop system is standard for all Tiguan trims. The system features a brake disc drying feature to help remove water from the rotors to optimize wet-weather braking, as well as Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD), and Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA). When the brake pedal is released, the engine restarts.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Foils are now exploding in water transport, from surfing to boating and everything in between. By knifing through the water rather than riding on top of it, the foils are much faster, more efficient and also, as a byproduct, are much smoother (no seasickness!). Its a true game-changer in the world of personal water transportation.

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Water Electrical Electric Wind 52

Cars That Think

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The pressurized-water plant provides electricity to the majority of the state’s businesses and residents and to customers beyond Arkansas. nuclear power plants use reactors to create heat that boils water and produces steam. She ensures the facility meets design standards and regulations. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

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Arkansas Standards Power Powered 120

Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2012

Jurisdictions implementing LCFSs [Low Carbon Fuel Standards] have elevated the importance of getting life cycle carbon intensity values for fuel pathways “right”. Their observations reinforce the need for an integrated model to evaluate a range of technologies, pathways, and products using a consistent set of assumptions.

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Oil-Sands Oil Gas-Electric Emissions 287

Green Car Congress

JULY 13, 2023

IMO is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for developing global standards for shipping and supporting countries to implement those rules. It was attended by some 1,800 delegates (in person and remotely). MEPC 80 met 3-7 July 2023 at IMO Headquarters in London.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 8, 2024

They are commonly used for electricity, gas, or water monitoring. Unlike traditional meters that require manual reading by a utility service person, smart meters automatically collect and transmit data on energy usage. Standardization ensures that different smart meters and systems adhere to common protocols and specifications.

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Energy Grid Standards Gas-Electric 98

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

The new BMW 520d comes as standard with an Auto Start Stop function—its debut on the 5 Series. In standard trim the new BMW 530d fulfils the EU5 emission standard. The new BMW 520d accelerates to 100 km/h within just 8.1 seconds and has a top speed of 227 km/h or 141 mph (provisional figures). Click to enlarge.

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BMW Auto MPG Gasoline-Electric 199

Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2014

During this time, the team also began to conceive of a tube array that would allow efficient thermal management (via water flows around the tubes). Standards developed by Sandia soon will be published so industry can develop new, high-performing hydrogen fuel systems for industrial trucks. —Joe Pratt.

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Hydrogen Design Hawaii Fuel 170

Cars That Think

MARCH 25, 2024

To fill a standard letter page that has 2.5-centimeter Future uses could include personalized medicine and development of advanced batteries. Hewlett-Packard’s HP ThinkJet was its first desktop inkjet printer based on its thermal technology, and it was designed to connect to a personal computer for everyday printing.

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