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EPA proposes stringent new emissions standards for light-, medium-, heavy-duty vehicles for MY 2027 and beyond

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced two new proposed federal emissions standards spanning light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles for model year 2027 and beyond. The light-duty vehicle category includes passenger cars and light trucks consistent with previous EPA criteria pollutant and GHG rules.

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Battery Smart raises USD 65mn Series B round led by LeapFrog Investments – ET Auto

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With over 45,000 active customers, Battery Smart leads the battery swapping movement, offering a convenient, low-carbon driving range. The newly acquired capital will help Battery Smart expand its battery-as-a-service solution to more cities across India, according to a company media release.

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Study: Never mind degradation, batteries will outlast EVs in most cases

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A study found the average EV battery degrades 1.8% Analysis of that data showed average battery degradation of 1.8% per year , according to Geotab, which noted that batteries could last 20 years or more at that rate. Some vehicles performed even better, with estimated battery degradation of less than 1% per year.

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StreetScooter showcases all-new versions of successful WORK and WORK L electric light commercial vehicles

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StreetScooter has presented the next generation of its successful all-electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs): the WORK and WORK L. StreetScooter is a well-known early bird in the electric light commercial vehicle sector. StreetScooter’s new electric light commercial vehicle will also be pilot-tested at DHL Express in the USA.

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Battery and Energy expert Daniel Troedsson joins Metastable Materials as advisor – ET Auto

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Daniel Troedsson New Delhi: Bengaluru-based deep-tech battery recycling startup Metastable Materials has appointed Daniel Troedsson , a battery and energy expert with nearly 2 decades of experience, as the company’s advisor. His expertise spans across battery technology, energy systems, and sustainable solutions.

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Mercedes-Benz updates EQB electric SUV for 2024

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First unveiled at Auto Shanghai in 2021, the EQB arrived on the US market in 2022, with the the 2022 EQB 300 4MATIC starting from $54,500 and the EQB 350 4MATIC from $58,050. Possible recommendations include the ECO driving program and D Auto as well as to switch to the ECO+ climate control function. Earlier post.)

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Sodium-ion batteries are set to spark a renewable energy revolution – and Australia must be ready – ET Auto

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Others, such as the Coalition, say renewables can’t “keep the lights on” at all and Australia should pursue nuclear energy instead. But a new way to firm up the world’s electricity grids is fast developing: sodium-ion batteries. Sodium-ion batteries are now almost ready to fill the long-term storage gap.

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