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MAHLE combing advantages of SCT and MCT motors in new tech kit; new thermal management module

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This reduces installation space, development effort and costs. At the same time, the complete system becomes significantly more efficient; up to 20% more cruising range can be achieved with the MAHLE module in a system network with a heat pump compared to a pure electric heater architecture.

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Yanmar developing hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications

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announced the development of a hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications based on fuel cell technology for automobiles, as part of efforts to offer environment-friendly powertrain solutions. Yanmar Holdings Co., and its subsidiary Yanmar Power Technology Co.,

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Infineon and XAIN to collaborate on bringing blockchain into the car

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Blockchain technology has enormous potential in this regard, but its use requires a high degree of coordination between the selected blockchain methodology and the security hardware installed in the car itself. We will be working together with XAIN to achieve this level of configuration. —Leif-Nissen Lundbæk, founder and CEO of XAIN AG.

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Schaeffler demo vehicle hits 2020 CAFE targets without electrification; 15% cut in fuel consumption; 48V hybrid system for 2025

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At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Schaeffler highlighted its range of fuel-efficiency technologies and systems in the form of its current demonstration vehicle: Efficient Future Mobility North America. Schaeffler Efficient Future Mobility North America demo vehicle in Detroit. Click to enlarge. —Prof.

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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In order to optimise fuel efficiency improvements in each vehicle type, automobile manufacturers need the flexibility to choose the most appropriate batteries from a technical and economic perspective. In full-hybrid vehicles, the stored energy is also used for a certain range of electric driving.

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National Academies issues interim report on overcoming barriers to PEV deployment

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It also considered barriers that automobile manufacturers and dealerships face in promoting the adoption of PEVs. Most BEVs have small driving ranges, and this could be a substantial barrier to their widespread adoption. Dealerships are independent franchises that are not owned or operated by the automobile manufacturers.

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China Zhongwang and Brilliance Bus partner to develop all-aluminum new energy public buses

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The lighter auto bodies increase the vehicles’ driving range, thereby conserving energy and reducing operating costs. Plant construction has been completed and equipment installation and testing is underway, to be followed closely by trial operation. Ltd, as an automobile manufacturing enterprise.

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