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Study Finds E20 Blends Reduce CO and Hydrocarbon Emissions in Automobiles

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In addition, the research team found no measurable impact to vehicle drivability or maintenance in conventional internal combustion engines. The study results were published in the Journal of Automobile Engineering and are being used by the Environmental Protection Agency to promote the federal Renewable Fuel Standard program.

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Symbio intros 40 kW hydrogen fuel cell range-extending module for heavy-duty electric vehicles

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The hydrogen fuel cell meets the highest standards of an automobile (durability, shock resistance, vibration, hot or cold weather etc.) o Its digital platform enables customer-specific services and reduces maintenance costs.

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Toyota and Yamaha Motor collaborate on communications-linked next-generation vehicles

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The two companies will also work toward expanding charging infrastructure, such as the G-Station charging station to be provided by Toyota Media Service Corporation for use with EVs and PHVs, that can be shared by both two-wheeled vehicles and automobiles.

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Report suggests that not following good eco-driving practices can lead to a reduction in on-road fuel economy of up to about 45% in total

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However, remaining factors over which a driver has control—route selection; vehicle load; vehicle maintenance; and the driver’s own behavior—can contribute in total to about a 45% reduction in the on-road fuel economy per driver (i.e., vehicle selection and maintenance), tactical decisions (e.g.,

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Proton OnSite achieves hydrogen gas production at 5,000 psi without a compressor

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Attaining this level without a compressor brings refueling stations a step closer to forgoing this capital- and maintenance-intensive piece of equipment. Manufacturers who are currently developing fuel cells for automobiles are using this same PEM technology in reverse.

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Toyota invests $394M in, collaborates with Joby on air mobility

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Air transportation has been a long-term goal for Toyota, and while we continue our work in the automobile business, this agreement sets our sights to the sky. The aircraft also offers lower operating costs, lower costs of maintenance, and enhanced safety features. Joby’s eVTOL. —Joby Aviation founder and CEO JoeBen Bevirt.

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Delaware adopting California’s ZEV regulations

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In states already in the program, the automobile industry has successfully met the required percentage. Electric vehicles also tend to have lower maintenance costs than gasoline cars, which also reduces ownership costs. Manufacturers receive credits for each delivered vehicle based on the type of vehicle, range and other factors.

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