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DENSO develops a new low-cost fuel injection system for small motorcycles

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DENSO researched this trend and identified a low-cost fuel injection system that delivers similar fuel economy and environmental performance as conventional systems but with fewer components. Engines Personal Transit Vehicle Systems' DIET-FI is currently manufactured by Gongcheng DENSO (Chongqing) Co.,

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Tata Technologies displays eMO low-cost city EV engineering study at Detroit Show

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The eMO architecture emphasizes “right size” personal urban transportation by minimizing its exterior footprint and maximizing interior space, including seating for four adults.

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Ricardo’s low-cost, fuel-efficient automatic transmission concept for motorcycles

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These offer a comparatively low cost solution, but one that is unable to deliver the convenience or comfort of automatic operation. In addition to issues of packaging, weight and cost, almost all automatic transmission technologies available for use on two-wheels come with a further significant drawback: efficiency.

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LeMond Composites licenses ORNL low-cost carbon fiber manufacturing process; transportation, renewable energy, & infrastructure

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LeMond Composites, founded by three-time Tour de France champion Greg LeMond, has licensed a low-cost, high-volume carbon fiber manufacturing process developed at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). On a personal note, the bike riding in this area is incredible. Earlier post.) —Greg LeMond.

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CapGemini: 87% of global consumers prefer personal vehicle to ensure safe travel, up from 57% in April 2020

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This reflects a continuous shift in consumer preference towards personal mobility, fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, as car ownership today is seen as a safeguard against the risk and spread of infection. Meanwhile, 78% of consumers will opt for using their personal vehicles over taking public transport.

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X Mobility launches electric lineup including low cost e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorcycles

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A new personal electric vehicle company has just debuted, joining a segment that has seen impressive growth lately. more… The post X Mobility launches electric lineup including low cost e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorcycles appeared first on Electrek.

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ASX and Spirit AeroSystems partner to develop affordable eVTOL aircraft for mass production

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The path to delivering low-cost aircraft systems starts with engineering services, then parts fabrication, and finally system integration supporting the launch of ASX’s all-electric eVTOL aircraft, the MOBi-One. The program aims to converge automotive mass production techniques with the reliability of commercial-grade aerospace.