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JUNE 22, 2022

ArcelorMittal published a concept for a low-carbon emissions steel standard to help incentivize the decarbonization of steelmaking globally and support the creation of market demand for physical steel products which would be classified as lower, and ultimately near-zero, carbon emissions steel.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

At the 16 th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2020), Beijing Hyundai Motor Company showcased its RM20e electric racing midship sports car prototype and Prophecy concept EV model, demonstrating the reach of its EV ambitions. Prophecy concept EV, unveiled in March 2020.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 19, 2022

Supernal revealed its initial eVTOL vehicle cabin concept at Farnborough International Airshow, providing the first look at how Hyundai Motor Group is integrating automotive capabilities to develop the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) market. —Jaiwon Shin, President of Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of Supernal. —Jaiwon Shin.

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APRIL 19, 2014

Audi TT offroad concept. Audi is presenting an Audi TT offroad concept at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition. Like many of the brand''s new production models, the Audi TT offroad concept is also based on the versatile modular transverse matrix (MQB). Audi TT offroad concept. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 1, 2021

In conjunction with Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI), the companies’ initial design for an engineless, fuel-cell-powered liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV, a premier international maritime classification society. DNV Approval in Principle.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Honda unveiled the e:N2 Concept, the concept model for the second set of its e:N Series models, the Honda-brand EV model series in China, at the Fifth China International Import Expo in Shanghai, China. This was realized based on the dynamics technologies of Honda, including outstanding vehicle stability and crisp handling.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

With its latest design concept, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, the BMW Group is showcasing what the next generation of vehicles from its core BMW brand will look like. The Vision Vehicle will be unveiled for the first time in public at the IAA Mobility 2023 International Motor Show in Munich.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2019

Kia Motors revealed its new all-electric concept car, Imagine by Kia, at the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show. The design merges aspects of an SUV, a crossover and a family sedan. —Gregory Guillaume, Vice President of Design for Kia Motors Europe.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

The CUPRA Tavascan Electric Concept—the first road CUPRA to use a 100% electric powertrain—will make its world debut at this year’s IAA Frankfurt International Motor Show. The CUPRA Concept is powered by two electric motors—one on the front axle and one on the rear axle—for a total output of 225kW (306PS).

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2019

Genesis revealed the Mint Concept ahead of the opening of the 2019 New York International Auto Show. The Mint Concept is a battery-electric luxury car for the city, with a new vehicle typology featuring organic design and an innovative interior user experience.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 13, 2021

Audi plans to unveil a trio of electric concept cars within the next 12-18 months, previewing the brand's future design direction as it shifts away from internal combustion.

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MARCH 7, 2018

Goodyear offered a preview during the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show of its EfficientGrip Performance with Electric Drive Technology, a prototype tire for the growing electric vehicle market that will be on the road by 2019 in Europe. Oxygene concept tire with moss.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2023

ABB introduced ABB Dynafin, a new propulsion system concept breaking new ground for efficiency in the marine industry. Inspired by the dynamic motions of a whale’s tail, the innovative concept is the result of more than a decade of research, development, and testing. ABB estimates the first prototype to be available in 2025.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Volkswagen unveiled the Tarok Concept to the world at the São Paulo International Motor Show (6 to 18 November). The Tarok Concept is powered by a 1.4-liter The TSI engine in the Tarok Concept is also combined with a 6-speed automatic gearbox and permanent 4MOTION all-wheel drive.

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DECEMBER 1, 2021

Steel E-Motive, an initiative of WorldAutoSteel, the automotive group of the World Steel Association and its engineering partner Ricardo unveiled the exterior styling vision for their fully autonomous ride-hailing, ride-sharing vehicle designed to showcase the benefits of using steel for global mobility-as-a-service.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Ballard Power Systems and ABB have received an approval in principle (AiP) from leading classification society DNV for a jointly developed fuel cell concept capable of generating 3 megawatts, or 4,000 HP, of electrical power. DNV is an international accredited registrar and classification society headquartered in Høvik, Norway.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2019

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) unveiled a twin-motor, four-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid (PHEV) crossover concept—the Mitsubishi Engelberg Tourer—at the Geneva International Motor Show. gasoline unit designed for the PHEV system. Global sales of the Outlander PHEV increased 64.3% The engine is a 2.4L

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JUNE 19, 2019

GKN Automotive, Drive System Design and the University of Nottingham are collaborating on an £8-million (US$10 million) project to design and develop a world-leading electric vehicle powertrain for the global market. Following detailed simulation and analysis, final design will commence in Q3 2019.

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MAY 13, 2022

The vehicles will be designed, engineered, and manufactured in the US for American customers. To this end, a separate, independent company will be established in the US this year as the Volkswagen Group moves the strong iconic US brand International Scout into the electric vehicle space. —Arno Antlitz, CFO Volkswagen AG.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Lotus unveiled the E-R9, a new design study for a next-generation pure electric endurance racer that could be on the starting grid of circuits around the world for the 2030 season. The year was 1955, meaning the E-R9 race car concept—if raced in 2030—would be in celebration of the Mark IX’s 75th anniversary.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

SHARKS teams will develop new economically competitive Hydrokinetic Turbines (HKT) designs for tidal and riverine currents. SHARKS teams will address this barrier by designing new, efficient HKT systems that utilize America’s tidal, riverine, and ocean resources to develop economically attractive energy generation opportunities.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2019

Volkswagen of America (VoA) plans to show the Tarok pickup concept for the first time in the US at the New York International Auto Show. This compact unibody pickup was first seen at the São Paulo International Motor Show at the end of 2018 and is expected to enter production for the South American market in the near future.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

On display at the event are its electric powertrain solutions, including a new hydrogen fuel cell concept powertrain developed by FPT for IVECO. The core of the new FPT Industrial electromobility offering is the E-Powertrain Concept with new E-Axle. TheF1C NG is fitted to the International Van of the Year 2018 winner.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2019

At the International Geneva Motor Show in March, Volkswagen will reveal the first fully electric version of a new dune buggy. Taking its cues from popular American dune buggies, the concept vehicle is based on the modular electric drive matrix (MEB), demonstrating how multifaceted the new platform is. A buggy is more than a car.

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OCTOBER 19, 2020

The team has not yet produced a working demo for their concept. The simple engineering design is low maintenance due to having a minimalized drive train as the hub motor (1 kW brushless motor) is directly attached to the rear wheel. The VEGAN is a lightweight multipurpose hybrid electric-self-charging solar tricycle.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2022

We will continue this tradition in 2023 with a high-security vehicle combining the dynamic prowess, ride comfort and interior comfort of the new BMW 7 Series with an integrated protection concept that is unique in this segment. —Frank Weber, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, responsible for Development.

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APRIL 6, 2023

Volkswagen is now providing further details on the drive, running gear and convenience features of the sedan designed for long-distance driving. The power unit with the internal designation APP550 was developed by Volkswagen Group Components in Kassel and is also produced there. The new ID.7 7 on test drives in Spain.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2021

CityHawk features Urban Aeronautics’ internal rotor Fancraft technology, which utilizes powerful ducted fans in combination with innovative aerodynamic technologies that result in superior control, stability, speed, safety, noise reduction and sustainability. In June 2020, Urban Aeronautics signed an agreement with HyPoint, Inc.

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DECEMBER 18, 2021

Feature competitive range, performance and overall customer-friendly integration of components compared to designs that retrofit electric propulsion systems to existing internal combustion vehicle frameworks. Photo courtesy of FedEx.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2022

Epiroc scored high on safety, design and testing of the entire battery system. Epiroc also offers large capacity batteries, uses a standard CCS charging protocol, has a battery swap system, and the designs are universal and compatible. Also, the batteries have integrated cooling systems and safety systems built into the design.

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JANUARY 19, 2023

The Transonic Truss-Braced Wing concept involves an aircraft with extra-long, thin wings stabilized by diagonal struts. This design results in an aircraft that is much more fuel efficient than a traditional airliner due to a shape that would create less drag—resulting in its burning less fuel.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2022

The independent study brought together experts from across the UK to assess the design challenges, manufacturing demands, operational requirements and market opportunity of potential zero-carbon emission aircraft concepts. The regional concept, powered by fuel cells, carries 75 passengers up to 800 nmi at a speed of 325 knots.

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JULY 13, 2023

MHI) has been selected as the core company in charge of the conceptual design of an demonstration fast reactor which the Japanese Government aims to place into operation in the 2040s. MFBR), an MHI Group engineering company that handles the development and design of fast reactors. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.

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MARCH 4, 2019

concept family—the I.D. BUGGY—at the 89 th Geneva International Motor Show. With full acceleration on paved slopes, the concept car sprints from zero to 62 mph in 7.2 The minimalistic design—no doors or roof on this two-seater—gives drivers the purest experience of classic beach cruising.

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MARCH 20, 2020

Equipped with the drive system components of the latest Volkswagen electric vehicles, the concept vehicle is based on a T1 Samba Bus produced in 1966 and comprehensively restored. Added to this come the lithium-ion modules designed at the Braunschweig components site. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) unveiled the e-BULLI.

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AUGUST 10, 2020

To fulfill IONIQ’s brand mission, Hyundai will combine its current EV capabilities—such as ultra-fast charging, spacious interior, and battery-supplied power—with future innovations that combine design, technologies and services to integrate in-car and out-of-car experiences for a seamless journey.

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AUGUST 18, 2022

liter V6 internal combustion engine designed, developed and manufactured by Honda Performance Development [HPD]—the racing arm for Acura Motorsports in North America. In addition, the combustion chamber has been designed to run on sustainable low-carbon fuel. Bodywork and Aerodynamics.

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