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IPG to demo Flameless Ceramic Turbine for clean, off-grid power in EV charging

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But, in many high-use areas and remote locations, upgrading grid connections to meet future charging demand is not practical or commercially viable. Not only can IPG’s technology deliver low-emission, pollutant-free energy on today’s cleaner fuels. This growth will require high megawatt capacities across England’s road networks.

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DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

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Support mobility technologies such as connected and automated vehicles, as well as innovations in transit. Optimization and Evaluation of Energy Savings for Connected and Autonomous Off-Road Vehicles. Ducted Fuel Injection and Cooled Spray Technologies for Particulate Control in Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines. Project description.

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Earth Day 2024: each day is about reducing emissions | Autocar Professional

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Faith leaders connect Earth Day with protecting the human race, biodiversity and the planet that we all live on. There’s encouraging progress in alternate fuels like CNG and ethanol too. It means supporting Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and others being hit hardest by the pollution, climate and biodiversity crises.

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Europe moves forward on the Energy Union; transport key element

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The European Commission has adopted the European Energy Union package —a framework strategy for a resilient energy union with a forward-looking climate change policy. As a next step, the Commission will present it to the EU institutions. The European Council will discuss the Energy Union at its meeting in March 2015.

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What Affects Electric Car Range and How To Maximize It

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Additionally, operating your EV in hot or cold climates also means you will be operating your cabin climate controls. And as already stated, while EVs fare well in city driving, ICE vehicles experience significant hits to fuel economy in stop-and-go traffic. Do you drive in a cold climate?

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

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Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. While fuel economy may be less if your driving keeps you on city streets with frequent starts and stops, it is good to know when on the open road and at a consistent speed, mid-to-high-thirties are possible.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. Head of the hybrid MPG class Hybrid Efficiency Efficient, but not quick The 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid running on 87 octane is the class leader in fuel economy.

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