U of Michigan Merging UMTRI and Mcity
The University of Michigan is merging its Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) with Mcity, its automated vehicle testing facility, to enhance roadway safety and
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Research
New research and developments in electrification, automation, and other transportation efficiency metrics.
Researchers Test New Garnet-Based Electrolyte for Solid-State Batteries
Researchers are delving into lithium lanthanum zirconium garnet (LLZO) as a promising solid electrolyte for all-solid-state batteries. LLZO stands out due to its
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Small EV Produces 52% Fewer Lifecycle Emissions vs Gasoline, Study Says
A new study from the Argonne National Laboratory via its R&D GREET Model says that a small electric sport utility produces 52 percent
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Ryder Says Switching From Diesel to EV Increases Costs
Ryder System has released a quantitative analysis of the potential economic impacts of converting commercial diesel vehicles to electric vehicles in today’s market.
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Self-Extinguishing Battery Materials Could Reduce EV Fire Risks
A study published in Nature Sustainability found that a design for self-extinguishing battery materials by replacing the most common electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries
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Solar-Powered PHEV Truck Prototype Examines Solar Harvesting On the Road
A research collaboration between Uppsala University, Eksjo Maskin & Truck, Midsummer, Ernsts Express, Dalakraft, and Scania is proofing how much solar energy can
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Ford Heavy-Duty F-Max Hydrogen Prototype To Use Ballard System
Ballard Power Systems has signed a letter of intent with Ford Trucks to supply its fuel cell system for the developmental prototypes of
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Hyundai and Seoul National University Open Joint Battery Center
Hyundai Motor Group and Seoul National University have announced the inauguration of a Joint Battery Research Center in Korea. The collaboration aims to
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NREL Says the U.S. Needs 28M Charging Ports By 2030
A new study from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) estimates that the United States will need about 28 million charging stations by
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Researchers Teaching Cars to Predict Pedestrian Movement
University of Michigan researchers are teaching self-driving cars to recognize and predict pedestrian movements with greater precision than current technologies. The approach relies on a
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