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SwRI develops device to test friction, wear associated with EV fluids

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The team modified a commercial tribology testing device to give it the capability to evaluate the impact of electric currents in fluids, measuring the wear and friction on the automobile parts in the presence of an applied voltage. This small-scale bench test was built around a traditional universal testing machine. Research Analyst).

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AI helping make automobiles safer; data to be in hands of rider, says Ather CEO – ET Auto

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Its applications are finding uses in every other sector, and automobile is a prominent example. The technology is helping automobiles with various abilities pertaining to safety, operations and performance, said Tarun Mehta , CEO of electric scooter manufacturer Ather Energy. The data will never transcend beyond your will.

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MG Motor India plans new mid-size ICE platform, to double capacity | Autocar Professional

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The premium mid-size SUVs that helped MG Motor India establish its brand in the country is again part of the its focus for the company’s next big phase of growth and expansion. Sources say that MG Motor India is readying a new mid-size platform that will churn out a range of body styles with multiple powertrains.

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Schaeffler acquires motor manufacturer Compact Dynamics; power electronics agreement with SEMIKRON

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Automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler finalized a purchase contract with SEMIKRON International GmbH for the acquisition of 51% of the shares of Compact Dynamics GmbH , a manufacturer of high-performance electric motors. Both contract partners want to cooperate on the development of electric drives for automobile applications.

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Bring Back the EV1 Press Conference

Revenge of the Electric Car

City Council Member, held a press conference demanding General Motors apologize to the American people for destroying the automaker’s EV1 plug-in electric vehicle. General Motors compounded their financial woes by destroying the EV1 and continued to work with the oil companies to gouge the public. said Holden.

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Ford Rumored to Dump Parking Assist Moving Forward

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In a conference call heard by CarBuzz , Ford COO Kumar Galhotra said the parallel parking feature doesn’t see a lot of use and could likely be eliminated without creating an uproar while saving Blue Oval an estimated $10 million per year.& Image: Ford Motor Co.] Active Park Assist has been around for over a decade at this point.

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Events and shows related to electric vehicles in 2023 around the world

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Battery Show Europe is held annually and features product presentations, pre-conference workshops, and more. The largest EV conference of the world leader in electric mobility. It is the largest automobile exhibition in Japan. It was established in 2006 as part of the Government of India’s National Urban Transport Policy.