Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Before the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, engineering simulation software company Ansys commissioned a global survey of 16,037 adults resulting in some insights about consumer attitudes toward vehicle electrification. Among the findings: Less than half of Americans (39%) consider related emissions when they travel.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 25, 2023

The company had unveiled a concept version of the EV5 at Kia Chinese EV Day in March. The Kia EV5 was created to redefine the compact SUV genre with a form shaped by Kia’s unique design philosophy Opposites United. To meet this challenge, Kia’s interior designers have completely reimagined the vehicle’s interior space.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

The Nuvera E-45 fuel cell engine can provide primary power for a vehicle or be hybridized with batteries to extend EV range to provide high-performance powertrain electrification. Nuvera is also working on development of a Chinese fuel cell transit bus platform. —Matt Weig, fuel cell engine product manager.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2023

Westport Fuel Systems plans to expand its global manufacturing footprint in China in support of future growth of Westport’s hydrogen componentry business and other alternative fuel system technologies. Westport is focusing on China for this manufacturing expansion as China leads the world in hydrogen investment and infrastructure development.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 3, 2022

In October, a startup called Jidu Automotive , backed by Chinese AI giant Baidu and Chinese carmaker Geely , officially released an autonomous electric car, the Robo-01 Lunar Edition. And what features will Robo-01 use to keep drivers’ hands on the wheel, as required under current Chinese law? In 2023, the car will go on sale.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2018

The Chinese EV battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd. CATL develops battery systems for global customers in EV, HEV and PHEV applications; its sales of EV batteries amounted to 11.84 GWh in 2017—making it Nº 1 globally. GWh in 2017—making it Nº 1 globally.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 4, 2024

Marelli’s Battery Thermal Plate uses the ‘Dot Dimples’ design, which guarantees an optimized heat exchange. New Delhi: Marelli has been awarded a significant contract from a major global carmaker to supply the Battery Thermal Plate (BTP) for future Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).

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Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2018

The Chinese EV battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd. CATL develops battery systems for global customers in EV, HEV and PHEV applications; its sales of EV batteries amounted to 11.84 GWh in 2017—making it Nº 1 globally. GWh in 2017—making it Nº 1 globally.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 31, 2024

According to Felipe Munoz, Global Analyst at JATO Dynamics: “As the economic outlook has continued to improve, the car market has gone from strength to strength. Chinese-made cars drive growth In Europe, sale of cars made in China saw the highest levels of year-on-year growth in February 2024 (+45%) and in January-February 2024 (+43%).

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 26, 2019

This collaboration will combine Air Liquide’s global technological expertise in clean hydrogen mobility solutions with Houpu’s leadership in the production and construction of natural gas refilling stations on the Chinese market. Air Liquide has designed and installed more than 120 stations around the world to date.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

turbocharged engine in powering the vehicle. While cruising, the system recycles energy from the engine and stores it for future acceleration. Besides the mild hybrid system, the two models will come with the latest version of the Cadillac User Experience with a new UI design as well as more personalized functions.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2013

GM created this annual event in 2011 to introduce its latest technology achievements to Chinese media. This year’s event showcased developments in advanced manufacturing processes, user-friendly automotive technologies and advanced vehicle designs at the ATC. The lab is now testing the alloy in engine mount brackets.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2014

Hartmann Reederei, in co-operation with engineering consultants HB Hunte Engineering, has developed a new type of vessel: the ethane-fueled liquefied ethylene carrier ECO STAR 36K with “Svelte”-bow design. The new “Svelte” bow design enables the vessel to improve seakeeping at higher transit speeds and improved fuel efficiency.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Nidec first revealed its automotive traction motor system in September 2017; the company later went on to announce the successful development of a refined design that fully integrates the reduction gearbox and inverter. The super e-car with a driving mileage of more than 500 kilometers is slated to hit the market in 2019.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2020

The proposed cooperation, initially focused on the Chinese market, would enable the parties to bring together the capabilities of two established global leaders across the spectrum of automobile design, engineering and manufacturing and mobile software technology to focus on the growing battery electric vehicle market.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

Capitalizing on GM’s global EV expertise and local capability, the all-new Buick EV SUV will be equipped with an advanced battery cell tailored for China and apply GM’s nearly wireless battery management system, supporting optimal performance. —Julian Blissett, GM executive vice president and president of GM China.

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2024

Geely Auto has launched its next-generation lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology claiming it is designed to withstand driving one million kilometres over 50 years. The Aegis Short Blade battery as it is dubbed by the Chinese car giant, is also claimed to lead the class for charging speed and safety. 2025 Geely Galaxy E5.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Under the terms of the deal, Ricardo engineers based both at Ricardo Shanghai as well as the company’s UK technical centres, will work with their counterparts at JAC to develop the new 2.0 liter turbocharged and intercooled diesel engine. CTI diesel engine features low emissions and high efficiency.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2012

Designed for the North American, Chinese, and European markets, this co-developed EV--which will be the second in CODA’s portfolio—is intended to be the most affordable EV on the market, comparable to entry-level internal combustion engine vehicles. The two had signed a Letter of Intent in August 2011. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

(KSHP) (belonging to Rheinmetall Automotive AG) has received an order from one of the world’s biggest car producers with a lifetime volume totaling more than €200 million for modern lightweight pistons for gasoline engines with ring carrier and coolant gallery technology. Lightweight gasoline piston with ring carrier and coolant passage.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2021

Haldor Topsoe and Shaanxi Yanchang Petroleum have formed a joint venture with the aim of delivering locally produced MK-151+ methanol synthesis catalysts to the Chinese market. Topsoe and Yanchang have designed the plant and ordered long-lead-time equipment; startup is planned for the beginning of 2022.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 13, 2018

Territory customers can choose between a fuel-efficient gasoline engine option; 48V mild hybrid with Miller-Cycle technology; and a plug-in hybrid powertrain when it goes on sale in early 2019. The all-new SUV will be manufactured at JMC’s Xiao Lan plant, which meets Ford’s global manufacturing standards. million in 2020, up from 10.8

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2020

Standard production of the BMW core brand’s first pure electric model will get underway at the BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture (BBA) in China in late summer as planned: BBA Plant Dadong will produce the first Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) with a pure electric drive train for the global market.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2018

will become the first Chinese start-up specializing in L4 autonomous driving to receive investment from and to form a strategic partnership with a global automotive group. as it pioneers such full autonomous systems for the demanding Chinese market-place. The investment in WeRide.ai Utilizing the latest investment, WeRide.ai

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2020

Installation of a furnace in Q1 2021 will enable the capability to produce 0.2ktpa of natural graphite AAM, and will represent the furthest progressed ex-China vertically integrated production of natural graphite AAM globally. The company suggests AAM spot prices in China are currently US$5,471/t (as of 27 November).

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

UBS is forecasting Chinese EV manufacturers will continue to steal market share from traditional car brands as they leverage their head start on electric tech and further implement modern lean manufacturing techniques. Tesla will keep expanding its global market share as EV penetration goes up,” says Hummel.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 28, 2018

WWI) to develop, to market, and to commercialize a heavy-duty, natural gas engine featuring the Westport HPDI 2.0 s (Weichai Power) heavy-duty engine platforms. At the heart of the engine is a patented injector with a dual concentric needle design. engine sold by WWI. Westport Fuel Systems Inc. Westport HPDI 2.0

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Global sales of passenger vehicles increased from 75.4 The auto industry’s production capacities are far from fully used; PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) estimates current global vehicle assembly capacity at almost 95 million, the report notes. Rising sales translate into an ever-expanding global vehicle parc. million to 78.6

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2010

Eaton Corporation’ superchargers will make their debut in China on selected new engines on three vehicle models from Chery Automobile Co., This latest Eaton supercharger application will be the first on a Chinese-produced vehicle. Zhu Hang, vice president and Dean of Engine Engineering & Research Institute, Chery Automobile Co.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2014

Shanghai GM previewed the all-new Buick Envision, announcing its Chinese name as “Ang Ke Wei” (???); direct injection turbocharged engine—named one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines in 2013—which generates maximum output power of 191 kW (256 hp) and peak torque of 353 N·m (260 lb-ft). Envision is equipped with a 2.0T

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

A new Advanced Design Studio is a centerpiece of the R&D facility and represents the company’s new design hub in Asia. At the official opening, Gorden Wagener, Head of Design Daimler AG, presented the Mercedes-Benz G-Code plug-in hybrid crossover show car. The 2+2-seater SUC measures about 4.10 New Beijing R&D Center.

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 28, 2024

Hyundai will launch plug-in hybrid SUVs as a “bridge to electrification” in 2026, but still plans to launch 21 EVs globally by 2030. liter engine, likely for use in the G80 sedan and GV70 SUV. million hybrids globally by 2028, and 690,000 in North America alone by 2030. The automaker aims to sell 1.3

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Baua Electric

JUNE 6, 2024

Automotive technology supplier Marelli has won “a significant contract from a major global carmaker” to supply its Battery Thermal Plate for future EVs. The agreement involves various vehicle platforms and segments for the Chinese, North American and European markets. Production will be located in China, Mexico and Romania.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Ltd, China’s leading vehicle exporter, will launch a new model line of passenger cars and SUVs globally—with plans to begin sales in Europe within the next few years—under a new nameplate: EXEED. With the combined power of the combustion engine and e-motor, the compact SUV will reach 100km/h in 6.0 Chery Automobile Co.,

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 26, 2009

General Motors developed its Two-Mode Hybrid powertrain control system using Model-Based Design software from The Mathworks. Using math and simulation-based tools, GM designed the powertrain prototype within 9 months, shaving 24 months off the expected development time. Earlier post.).

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Baua Electric

JUNE 12, 2024

As the race heats up to introduce more affordable electric cars, Ford is bringing on some of the best EV engineers to help it compete. Although it was a small team, according to Ford’s leader, it has “some of the best EV engineers in the world.” Ford scooped up about a dozen more Rivian engineers as it moved to develop affordable EVs.

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Baua Electric

MAY 20, 2024

The co-developed products will have Audi’s distinct DNA, with its clear design language, premium driving experience, highest standards of quality, and the latest EV technology, built using the Advanced Digitized Platform. The extended partnership of Audi and SAIC is the next important milestone in our strategy.”

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