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Symbio targets European taxi market with fuel cell range extender in Nissan e-NV200; 500 km range

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The customized e-NV200 offers taxi drivers a similar total cost of ownership to a hybrid taxi, but with the range of an internal combustion engine. It can be recharged from a low-cost power supply, and refueled with hydrogen in three minutes (3.8 kg hydrogen at 700 bar).

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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Their low cost and ability to start the engine at cold temperatures sets them apart in conventional and basic micro-hybrid vehicles, and as auxiliary batteries in all other automotive applications, according to the report. This electrical system is supplied by a 12V lead-based battery. Click to enlarge.

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Factor in V2G Revenue When Planning Fleet Electrification

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They are quieter, cleaner, have better acceleration, and cost less to keep running because electricity is cheaper than diesel and EVs require less maintenance than their ICE counterparts. For example, time-of-use pricing increases the cost of electricity during peak usage periods, like 4 p.m.

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How Much Does it Cost to Charge an Electric Car at a Public Charging Station?

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We can’t expect the market to move en masse towards electric until the public recharging network matches the landscape for petrol-powered vehicles. Drivers get faster off-road charging speeds than Level 1 can supply, while businesses can capitalize on both tax credits and fresh revenue opportunities. Everyone wins.

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What’s Happening in EV Battery Technology

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That’s why billions of investment dollars are flowing into the EV supply chain, including EV battery manufacturing. All are counting on battery innovations to improve EV performance, drive down costs, and eliminate dependence on scarce materials. The post What’s Happening in EV Battery Technology appeared first on Driivz.

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Montana Company Licenses Lawrence Livermore Zinc Air Fuel Cell Technology

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ZAI) has obtained exclusive rights from LLNL for the mechanically rechargeable zinc air fuel cell (US Patent 5,434,020) invented by John Cooper, a retired LLNL chemist, who is on the ZAI technical Board of Advisors. The Zinc/Air Fuel Cell allows for rapid refueling, as opposed to overnight recharging, which makes multiple shifts a reality.

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UK Announces New 30M Fund for Low Carbon Transport

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million) for the extension of the Technology Strategy Board’s (TSB) Low Carbon Vehicle Innovation Platform competition announced in December 2009, focused on developing UK supply chains for low and ultra low carbon vehicles. million) for a low carbon truck demonstration project, also subject to a feasibility study. . £1

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