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ZF opens first zero-emission factory in Klasterec, Czech Republic – ET Auto

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At the production site for power electronics in Klasterec in the Czech Republic, ZF is opening its first zero- emission factory after a renovation period of just under a year and a half. Any electricity that isn’t generated internally is purchased from renewable sources – mainly wind and hydroelectric power.

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Toyota Motor Europe starts transporting vehicles by cross-channel rail freight to reduce emissions

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This new international freight traffic is expected to deliver a CO 2 reduction in excess of 10% for TME’s total logistic network and reduce delivery lead-times by around 50%. The initiative also positions Toyota as the only automotive manufacturer currently using the Channel Tunnel link for the transportation of new vehicles.

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Europe’s Euro 7 emission limits face pushback from 8 international locations

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8 Ecu Union countries together with France and Italy referred to as for the bloc to scrap deliberate Euro 7 exhaust emission limits, announcing they’re overly determined and unrealistic for automakers to strike. Tackling emissions from automobiles has been specifically difficult.

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European marine systems integrator orders Nuvera fuel cell system

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Nuvera Fuel Cells, LLC, a provider of heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell engines for on- and off-road mobility and other applications, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Italy-based system integrator H2Boat, which is developing a zero-emission energy solution for marine applications. Nuvera continues to grow its European presence.

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Rheinmetall wins orders for innovative fuel tank isolation valve for plug-in hybrids

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The fuel tank isolation valve (FTIV) is a part of the evaporative emission control system (EVAP). The latest orders for the valve come from well-known international automakers in Asia and Europe, and represent lifetime sales in excess of €10 million. It controls the flow of fuel vapors from the fuel tank towards the carbon canister.

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ZF’s first zero-emission factory is model plant for global production network | Autocar Professional

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ZF has opened its first zero-emission factory at the production site for power electronics in Klášterec in the Czech Republic, after a renovation period of just under a year and a half. Any electricity that isn’t generated internally is purchased from renewable sources – mainly wind and hydroelectric power.

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Hyundai Motor to integrate green energy into Charge myHyundai service in Europe

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When charged with renewable energy, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) such as IONIQ 5 produce up to 81% lower well-to-wheel lifecycle emissions compared to a normal ICE vehicle, according to a 2021 study from the International Council of Clean Transportation (ICCT).

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