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BMW and SGL to triple production capacity at Moses Lake carbon fiber plant with $200M expansion; world’s largest carbon fiber plant

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MAY 9, 2014

A production line for carbon fiber takes the PAN precursor through two stages (stabilization/oxidation and carbonization) and then to winding. The site expansion, scheduled to be completed by early 2015, will make the plant in Moses Lake the world’s largest carbon fiber plant. 3,000 tons of carbon fiber.

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Swedish researchers explore use of carbon fiber as active electrode in structural battery for electric vehicles

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JUNE 5, 2014

Woven carbon fiber can act as an electrode for lithium ion batteries. Researchers in Sweden are exploring the use of carbon fiber as an active electrode in a multifunctional structural Li-ion battery in an electric car; i.e., electrical storage is incorporated into the body of the car. In this €3.4-million million (US$4.7-million)

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Carbon Fiber Carbon Li-ion Electric Vehicles

New IACMI collaboration to develop advanced carbon fiber for hydrogen, natural gas storage tanks; $2.7M DOE award

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JULY 31, 2020

million from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to develop and validate technology that will reduce the cost of manufacturing high-performance carbon fiber by 25% to make composite natural gas or hydrogen fuel tanks to power cars and trucks. The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) will receive $2.7

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LeMond Composites licenses ORNL low-cost carbon fiber manufacturing process; transportation, renewable energy, & infrastructure

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AUGUST 30, 2016

LeMond Composites, founded by three-time Tour de France champion Greg LeMond, has licensed a low-cost, high-volume carbon fiber manufacturing process developed at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Earlier post.)

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Chalmers team develops structural battery that performs 10x better than previous versions

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MARCH 23, 2021

It contains carbon fiber that serves simultaneously as an electrode, conductor, and load-bearing material. The structural battery uses carbon fiber as a negative electrode, and a lithium iron phosphate-coated aluminum foil as the positive electrode. GPa, and tensile strength exceeding 300?MPa. Image: Marcus Folino.

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CarboSax: new joint venture for more sustainable carbon fiber production forms in Germany

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

PD Glasseiden, a Germany-based producer of fiberglass; European Carbon Fiber GmbH; and the ForschungsCampus Open Hybrid LabFactory e.V., In the first step at a location in Chemnitz, Saxony, CarboSax will build a pilot line for the sustainable production of carbon fibers.

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Ford’s first mass-produced carbon fiber wheels

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JULY 12, 2015

To source the new lightweight track-capable carbon fiber wheels that are standard on the new Shelby GT350R Mustang, Ford partnered with Australia-based Carbon Revolution. Carbon Revolution first began delivering composite wheels in 2004 for Formula SAE campaigns. Ford, however, wanted more of a mass-production solution.

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Citroën introduces ë-Jumpy Hydrogen van

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JUNE 4, 2021

ë-Jumpy Hydrogen, an electric van with a fuel cell and rechargeable batteries, is the first Citroën powered by this form of energy. The hydrogen fuel cell ensures the vehicle’s range, the battery being required in transition phases such as strong acceleration and gradients calling for extra power.

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Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Recharge Fuel

Cummins to form joint venture with NPROXX for hydrogen storage

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JUNE 24, 2020

NPROXX was formed in 2018 in a split from EMS, a leading supplier of high-quality carbon fiber products and specialist manufacturing services. When used for hydrogen storage in hydrogen fuel-cell trucks or buses, these carbon fiber-reinforced vessels can result in a weight reduction in the gas containment system.

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Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Fuel Gas

DOE announces approximately $64M in funding for 18 projects to advance H2@Scale

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JULY 21, 2020

The projects will feature collaborations with EERE’s Advanced Manufacturing Office on manufacturing reliable and affordable electrolyzers and with EERE’s Vehicle Technologies Office on developing low-cost, high-strength carbon fiber for hydrogen storage tanks. Carbon Composite Optimization Reducing Tank Cost. Plug Power.

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Carbon Fiber Hydrogen Low Cost Polymer

DOE announces Stage 1 CABLE Conductor Manufacturing Prize Winners

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OCTOBER 10, 2021

For their Intercalation compounds of carbon fibers (ICF) project, the University of Texas at Austin team will create an high conductivity carbon fiber, which competes with CNTs in conductivity, by alternating layers of carbon fiber with transition metal chlorides. Advanced Manufacturing Office.?.

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Ford-led consortium testing hydrogen fuel cell technology on E-Transit in UK

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MAY 14, 2023

Other partners on the project are bp, capturing hydrogen usage and infrastructure requirements; Cambustion , testing the fuel cell system; Viritech , designing hydrogen storage systems; and Cygnet Texkimp , providing the pressure vessels’ carbon fiber tooling.

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NIU launches new lighter, stronger carbon fiber electric scooters

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

NIU, the Beijing-based power player in the electric scooter market, has just released a pair of new electric scooters. more… The post NIU launches new lighter, stronger carbon fiber electric scooters appeared first on Electrek. Unlike the moped-style rides that the company is most famous for, these are standing scooters.

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Terrafugia obtains FAA Special Light-Sport Airworthiness Certificate for roadable aircraft; “flying car”

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JANUARY 31, 2021

Powered by a 100-hp Rotax 912iS Sport fuel-injected engine with a 2,000 hr TBO, the vehicle has a flight speed of 100 mph and runs on either premium gasoline or 100LL airplane fuel. The initial version of the Transition provides pilots and flight schools with an aircraft featuring enhanced safety capabilities and the latest avionics.

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Volvo Cars’ tests of flywheel technology confirm fuel savings of up to 25%

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APRIL 25, 2013

The energy in the flywheel can then be used to accelerate the vehicle when it is time to move off again or to power the vehicle once it reaches cruising speed. The flywheel’s stored energy is sufficient to power the car for short periods. The flywheel that Volvo Cars used in the experimental system is made of carbon fiber.

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Ford Performance 1050 kW electric SuperVan 4.2 to run Pikes Peak

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JUNE 22, 2023

specifically designed to conquer the mountain and showcase the extreme limits of electric power. Key features to aero include a lightweight carbon fiber rear spoiler and front splitter, both assisting SuperVan 4.2 A 6-phase motor offers higher power density compared to traditional 3-phase motors. The SuperVan 4.2,

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Heybike HERO review: The biggest, chunkiest carbon fiber fat tire e-bike you’ve ever seen

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APRIL 5, 2024

The recently-announced Heybike HERO is the purest embodiment of that idea, showcasing what happens when a company says “Let’s build a super lightweight carbon fiber frame but also stuff it full of suspension and heavy, high-power components.”

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Graphene 3D Lab showing prototype 3D printed battery; potential for structural batteries

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OCTOBER 27, 2014

The application filed by Graphene 3D has the potential to play an important role in achieving the ability to print electronic devices due to the necessity of providing a power source. Earlier post.).

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Volvo Car and Flybrid vehicle testing showing flywheel KERS can deliver fuel savings up to 25%, with significant performance boost

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MARCH 26, 2014

The Flybrid KERS is fitted to the rear axle of an S60 powered by a 254 hp (189 kW), 5-cylinder T5 gasoline engine. Under braking, kinetic energy which would otherwise be lost as heat is transferred from the wheels to the KERS, and is used to spin a 6 kg carbon fiber flywheel at up to 60,000 revs per minute.

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Audi R18 e-tron quattro hybrid with flywheel energy system wins Le Mans; first hybrid win there

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JUNE 18, 2012

The new ultra-light transmission with a carbon fiber housing held up to the Le Mans endurance test covering a distance of 5,151 kilometers in all four vehicles with no problems, the company said. The engine delivers power of more than 375 kW (510 hp) and torque of more than 850 N·m (627 lb-ft). The engine is a 3.7-liter

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Nissan introduces all-new LEAF NISMO RC electric race car; more than double power and torque of predecessor

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In Tokyo, Nissan unveiled the new Nissan LEAF NISMO RC, an electric race car with more than double the maximum power and torque output of its predecessor. Nissan plans to build six all-new LEAF NISMO RC vehicles to deploy around the world, so that fans can experience the power and excitement firsthand.

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Renault and TheArsenale unveil AIR4 electric flying showcar

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NOVEMBER 27, 2021

The vehicle, entirely made of carbon-fiber, maintains the same lines and contained mass of the original 4L, yet presenting new dynamic capabilities. AIR4 is powered by 22,000 mAh lithium polymère batteries with a total capacity of 90,000 mAh.

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Wind Explorer EV crosses Australia for less than $15 of electricity; kite-assisted

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JANUARY 19, 2013

Evonik’s silica-silane technology for rubber formulation reduced the rolling resistance of the vehicle’s tires, lowering fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. The Wind Explorer was constructed from Evonik’s ROHACELL sandwich carbon fiber, reducing the body’s weight to allow the vehicle to travel hundreds of miles by kite.

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BMW to present BMW iX5 Hydrogen at the IAA Mobility 2021

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AUGUST 18, 2021

With its high-performance fuel cell and optimized power battery, the BMW iX5 Hydrogen’s drive system is unique in the world. This drive power also enables it to maintain consistently high speeds over longer distances. In coasting overrun and braking phases, it serves as a generator, feeding energy into a power battery.

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BMW begins road testing of i Hydrogen NEXT; small-series production model in late 2022

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JUNE 19, 2021

An electric converter located below the fuel cell adjusts its voltage to that of the electric motor, which powers the BMW i Hydrogen NEXT. As a result, the system delivers an output of 275 kW/374 hp that corresponds exactly to that of the most powerful six-cylinder in-line gasoline engine currently used in BMW models.

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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Power is transferred to the front wheels via the standard seven-speed S tronic. They are made of fiber-composite materials and, in keeping with Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy, each weighs just 26 kilograms (57.3 With full gas tanks, the car has an NEDC range of up to 495 (307.6 US gal) mounted in front of the rear axle.

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Renault Scénic Vision hydrogen hybrid concept offers 75% smaller carbon footprint than a conventional BEV

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MAY 20, 2022

Although this solution is a vision for a passenger car, Renault Group through Hyvia (joint venture with Plug Power) already offers hydrogen solutions on LCVs. The fuel cell tank is made of carbon fiber from recycled paper waste.

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Hydrogen Carbon Concept Hybrid

Lamborghini presents super sports V12 hybrid HPEV Revuelto

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MARCH 30, 2023

An output of 1015 CV is delivered from the combined power of an entirely new combustion engine together with three electric motors, alongside a double-clutch gearbox that makes its debut on a 12-cylinder Lamborghini for the first time. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbon fiber front structure.

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Carbon Fiber Hybrid Lithium Ion Recharge

Autel Energy showcasing ZeroLabs electric 1969 Bronco at CES

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JANUARY 3, 2023

The custom Bronco SUV features a carbon fiber body and has been fully electrified with a 600-horsepower, dual-motor propulsion system featuring a 100-kWh battery and 235-plus miles of all-electric range. The vehicle can drive on either motor, or both to offer the choice of power or range in a depending on your driving conditions.

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UCR, Stanford team develops general approach for inexpensive, efficient catalysts for PEM fuel cells

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JANUARY 22, 2018

In a paper in the journal Small , the team reports that the metal/metal oxide@N-doped graphitic carbon fibers—especially Co 3 O 4 —exhibit comparable ORR catalytic activity but superior stability and methanol tolerance versus the industry-standard platinum in alkaline solutions. Tang et al. Click to enlarge. Resources.

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BMW iX M60 features newly developed, high-power density 489 hp synchronous motor; 2.59 kW/kg

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JANUARY 5, 2022

The intense power delivery of its M-specific electric drive continues steadily into high load ranges, so acceleration remains almost constant up to the electronically-limited maximum speed of 155 mph when properly equipped. In addition, power delivery, noise and vibrations as well as efficiency also benefit from this specific motor design.

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Nissan reveals high-performance Ariya Single Seater Concept

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DECEMBER 2, 2021

At the side view, inspiration has been taken from the Ariya’s fluid and efficient surfaces, exaggerated to a maximum in carbon fiber. At the front of the vehicle is the electrified and illuminated “V” motion, familiar from Nissan’s current road car design language. —Tommaso Volpe, Nissan global motorsports director.

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Groupe Renault and Faurecia to collaborate on hydrogen storage systems for light commercial vehicles

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FEBRUARY 20, 2021

Groupe Renault and Faurecia will collaborate on hydrogen storage systems for hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles. It supports the ambition shared with our partner Plug Power to build a unique end-to-end green hydrogen and fuel cell value chain and new value-generating activities in France.

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Team led by Local Motors 3D-printing a car during 6-day IMTS

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

battery, motor, wiring, and suspension—are sourced from a variety of suppliers, including Renault’s Twizy, a line of electric-powered city cars. SABIC’s LNP STAT-KON carbon fiber-reinforced compound. Mechanical components—i.e., Click to enlarge.

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End of production for BMW i3; 250,000 units over 8 and a half years

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JULY 1, 2022

The BMW i3 (combined power consumption: 16.3 - 15.3 In many markets, it achieved a significantly higher market share in the electric vehicle segment than the BMW brand in the area of conventionally powered cars. The 135 kW/184 hp electric motor of the BMW i3s (power consumption combined: 16.6 - 16.3

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Shell/AirFlow Starship hyper-fuel efficient Class 8 truck to make cross-country run

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APRIL 30, 2018

Special Starship features include: Bespoke 100% hyper-aerodynamic carbon fiber cab. Hybrid electric axle system for a power boost while climbing grades; an electric motor and axle replace. improved efficiency as well as good pulling power. power in the battery pack for the main 48 volt battery bank.

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MHI to supply 2 electric buses featuring MLIX Li-ion batteries for Kitakyushu City

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FEBRUARY 17, 2014

In combination with a lighter body enabled by the partial adoption of carbon fiber construction, the new buses will be able to operate continuously over increased distances—up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) on a full charge, at a top speed of 85 km/h (53 mph).

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NIO launches ES6 electric SUV starting at $52K and 317-mile range

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DECEMBER 18, 2018

The NIO ES6 features dual motors in conjunction with an intelligent electric all-wheel-drive system delivering output power of up to 400 kW (544 hp), peak torque of 725 N·m and 0-100 km/h acceleration in as little as 4.7 The ES6 sports the only body design with a hybrid structure of aluminum alloy and carbon fiber in its class.

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CrownCruiser introduces its e-bike

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AUGUST 20, 2021

Featuring a lightweight, ultra-strong monocoque carbon fiber frame, the CrownCruiser e-bike comes with a rider recognition anti-theft defense, GSM location tracking, and Bluetooth, complimented by a powerful app that tracks riding statistics. UK-based CrownCruiser Motors has unveiled its eponymous e-bike on Indiegogo.

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Orbex unveils Prime rocket; largest 3D-printed rocket engine; bio-propane-fueled

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FEBRUARY 10, 2019

The completed engineering prototype of the Stage 2 rocket (the stage that will transit into orbital flight after launch) is made from a specially-formulated lightweight carbon fiber and aluminum composite and includes the world’s largest 3D printed rocket engine. The 3D printed engine.

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XL1 dive and drive: Volkswagen aggressively optimizes for efficiency in its sleek diesel plug-in hybrid

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JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L seconds), but it doesn’t feel as though it lacks for power or struggles at its higher speed range. The hybrid power unit. Click to enlarge.

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Viritech partners with Pininfarina on Apricale hydrogen hypercar

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JUNE 20, 2022

Viritech’s ambition is to be the leading developer of hydrogen powertrain solutions for the automotive, aerospace, marine, and distributed power industries. As the tanks have to withstand extremely high pressure (up to 700 bar or 700 times atmospheric pressure), they are very heavy, even when constructed with carbon fiber.

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BMW launches iX EV

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JUNE 2, 2021

Both are equipped with an electric all-wheel-drive system, with combined output of 385 kW/523 hp in the BMW iX xDrive50 (electric power consumption combined in the WLTP cycle: 23.0 – 19.8 kWh/100 km) and 240 kW/326 hp in the BMW iX xDrive40 (electric power consumption combined in the WLTP cycle: 22.5 – 19.4 kWh/100 km).

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BMW Carbon Fiber All-Electric Energy

Audi introduces sport e-bike concept at Wörthersee

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MAY 11, 2012

The prototype cycle—described by Audi as a high-end pedelec made for sport, fun and tricks—combines an electric drive and muscle power. LEDs are used for powerful lighting: the front light is integrated into the handlebar, the rear light into the seat. in) of travel. The wheels weigh only 600 grams (1.32

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BMW and SGL to triple production capacity at Moses Lake carbon fiber plant with $200M expansion; world’s largest carbon fiber plant

Swedish researchers explore use of carbon fiber as active electrode in structural battery for electric vehicles

New IACMI collaboration to develop advanced carbon fiber for hydrogen, natural gas storage tanks; $2.7M DOE award

LeMond Composites licenses ORNL low-cost carbon fiber manufacturing process; transportation, renewable energy, & infrastructure

Chalmers team develops structural battery that performs 10x better than previous versions

CarboSax: new joint venture for more sustainable carbon fiber production forms in Germany

Ford’s first mass-produced carbon fiber wheels

Citroën introduces ë-Jumpy Hydrogen van

Cummins to form joint venture with NPROXX for hydrogen storage

DOE announces approximately $64M in funding for 18 projects to advance H2@Scale

DOE announces Stage 1 CABLE Conductor Manufacturing Prize Winners

Ford-led consortium testing hydrogen fuel cell technology on E-Transit in UK

NIU launches new lighter, stronger carbon fiber electric scooters

Terrafugia obtains FAA Special Light-Sport Airworthiness Certificate for roadable aircraft; “flying car”

Volvo Cars’ tests of flywheel technology confirm fuel savings of up to 25%

Ford Performance 1050 kW electric SuperVan 4.2 to run Pikes Peak

Heybike HERO review: The biggest, chunkiest carbon fiber fat tire e-bike you’ve ever seen

Graphene 3D Lab showing prototype 3D printed battery; potential for structural batteries

Volvo Car and Flybrid vehicle testing showing flywheel KERS can deliver fuel savings up to 25%, with significant performance boost

Audi R18 e-tron quattro hybrid with flywheel energy system wins Le Mans; first hybrid win there

Nissan introduces all-new LEAF NISMO RC electric race car; more than double power and torque of predecessor

Renault and TheArsenale unveil AIR4 electric flying showcar

Wind Explorer EV crosses Australia for less than $15 of electricity; kite-assisted

BMW to present BMW iX5 Hydrogen at the IAA Mobility 2021

BMW begins road testing of i Hydrogen NEXT; small-series production model in late 2022

Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

Renault Scénic Vision hydrogen hybrid concept offers 75% smaller carbon footprint than a conventional BEV

Lamborghini presents super sports V12 hybrid HPEV Revuelto

Autel Energy showcasing ZeroLabs electric 1969 Bronco at CES

UCR, Stanford team develops general approach for inexpensive, efficient catalysts for PEM fuel cells

BMW iX M60 features newly developed, high-power density 489 hp synchronous motor; 2.59 kW/kg

Nissan reveals high-performance Ariya Single Seater Concept

Groupe Renault and Faurecia to collaborate on hydrogen storage systems for light commercial vehicles

Team led by Local Motors 3D-printing a car during 6-day IMTS

End of production for BMW i3; 250,000 units over 8 and a half years

Shell/AirFlow Starship hyper-fuel efficient Class 8 truck to make cross-country run

MHI to supply 2 electric buses featuring MLIX Li-ion batteries for Kitakyushu City

NIO launches ES6 electric SUV starting at $52K and 317-mile range

CrownCruiser introduces its e-bike

Orbex unveils Prime rocket; largest 3D-printed rocket engine; bio-propane-fueled

XL1 dive and drive: Volkswagen aggressively optimizes for efficiency in its sleek diesel plug-in hybrid

Viritech partners with Pininfarina on Apricale hydrogen hypercar

BMW launches iX EV

Audi introduces sport e-bike concept at Wörthersee

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