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TenneT and Daimler testing use of automobile battery systems for grid stabilization and recovery

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Transmission system operator TenneT and Daimler AG, through its wholly owned subsidiary Mercedes-Benz Energy GmbH, have researched and tested the feasibility of innovative system services in the transmission grid as part of a joint development partnership. This means they can replace the inert masses in large-scale power plants.

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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Due to the fuel’s high hydrogen content, a CNG automobile emits approximately 20% less carbon dioxide than a comparable gasoline model. The Audi A3 Sportback 30 g-tron is also a leader when it comes to economy, in part because of the favorable tax rate on natural gas and biomethane in Germany until 2026.

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Chinas Largest EV Charging Stations Open in Shenzhen

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The station is large enough to simultaneously serve 12 automobiles. The Hexie charging station is equipped with 3 express chargers and can accommodate 6 automobiles. China Southern Power Grid Company is a partner of the 26 th World Universiade. The station, with an investment of 10.52 million yuan [US$41.5

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A123 Systems to develop battery pack for new EV from SAIC

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We remain committed to producing a complete line of automobiles to support the government’s new energy vehicle initiative, and we expect to continue to expand our partnership with A123 and ATBS as key suppliers for current and future programs.

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GM publishes “Blue Paper” on sustainable urban mobility; integrating input from Sustainable Urban Mobility events in Shanghai

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The Blue Paper is an important document that integrates the learnings from our forums and participation in Expo 2010, which have provided a compelling vision of the future of the automobile and urban communities.

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REV Technologies Inc. is chosen by SAIC to supply vehicle-to-grid technologies for TARDEC project

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to provide EV conversion technology and integrated vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and vehicle-to-site (V2S) networking solutions under the Aloha Micro Grid program for the U.S. Army’s Tank and Automobile Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC). These vehicles all have built-in connectivity to REV’s AutoGrid Network.

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SCAQMD awards AC Propulsion $300K grant for 3 electric service van conversions

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The converted vans will run on electricity only and will charge directly from the power grid. an automobile conversion company out of New Castle, Delaware. The project will include the conversion of three vehicles that will be evaluated by service industry partners to be announced in the coming year. Earlier post.).