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Volkswagen AG coordinating new €6M EU research project on drop-in biocatalytic solar fuels

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This basic concept is in line with the fundamental approach (CO 2 + water + renewable energy → drop-in fuels) being taken by Audi (a member of the Volkswagen Group) in its e-fuels initiatives. Technology concept formulated. Experimental proof of concept. Technology validated in relevant environment. Earlier post.).

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World’s First Hybrid Battery-powered Electric Motorcycle to Be Revealed

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At the EICMA event, a fully electric motorcycle showing a revolutionary power train technology concept that makes use of ultracapacitors will be unveiled to the public. The event will be in Milan, Italy. At EICMA 2021 (Booth B79 – Pavilion 18), NAWA will present the next generation of this concept. Foreseeing The Future.

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Italy’s Texa introduces TXT Bharat OBD diagnostic tool for commercial vehicles in India | Autocar Professional

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The combined solution – TXT Bharat coupled with IDC5 Bharat will allow mechanics to perform maintenance activities on a wide array of commercial vehicles, conforming to BS-III, BS-IV, and BS-VI emission standards, currently present on Indian roads.

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The Case for Nuclear Cargo Ships

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The shipping industry has been trying to cut its carbon emissions for years, and with little to show for it. Shipping uses over 300 million tonnes of fossil fuels every year, producing 3 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. The European Union plans to begin charging shippers for carbon emissions this year.

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DRIVE C2X presents results of large-scale connected vehicle field testing in Europe

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DRIVE C2X went beyond the proof-of-concept and addressed large-scale field trials under real-world conditions at multiple national test sites across Europe. The operational tests took place in seven test sites in Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain and Sweden. Drivers reacted to information and warning signals.

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Lamborghini Breaks Historic Sales Record

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The European Union had previously considered allowing specialty, low-volume manufacturers leeway when it comes to adhering to ever-tightening emissions rules. But it has started to move away from the scheme and is still planning to force all manufacturers to stop building everything but all-electric vehicles by 2035.

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Detroit’s Inductive EV Charging Roads: Boon or Boondoggle?

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But city leadership doesn’t want to spoil the grandeur of what’s a very interesting concept.& But it’s hardly on a major thoroughfare and just barely long enough to serve as anything other than a proof of concept.& This project paves the way for a zero-emission mobility future, where EVs are the norm, not the exception.”

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