Green vehicles

University of Alabama takes top honors in The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

CHICAGO, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Alabama has been named The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge Year Three champion, taking the lead in the premier four-year collegiate automotive engineering competition.

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  • CHICAGO, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Alabama has been named The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge Year Three champion, taking the lead in the premier four-year collegiate automotive engineering competition.
  • Rounding out the top three are The Ohio State University in second place and West Virginia University in third place.
  • "The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge brings together some of the most innovative minds in academia to solve complex challenges facing the future of mobility.
  • Last night during the Year 3 Awards Ceremony, The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge celebrated the winners in over 40 categories and awarded more than $100,000 in prize money to the associated universities.

Jolta Launches First EV-Only E-Commerce Platform

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Now, prior to opening its first showroom in Miami this year, Jolta is launching its highly anticipated e-commerce platform the first ever to exclusively showcase all categories of electric vehicles including electric cars, bikes, scooters, mopeds, self-balancing EVs, and even karting cars.

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  • Now, prior to opening its first showroom in Miami this year, Jolta is launching its highly anticipated e-commerce platform the first ever to exclusively showcase all categories of electric vehicles including electric cars, bikes, scooters, mopeds, self-balancing EVs, and even karting cars.
  • "Having a multi-brand e-commerce platform allows for the customer to compare brands, product types, features & values" says Benjamin McGill Head of North Americaat Niu.
  • Jolta is the first EV dealership network offering a curation of electric vehicles, repair and maintenance services, and charging solutions.
  • Jolta addresses lingering challenges within the EV industry by offering an EV-centric distribution network for all types of electric vehicles.

Concentric receives a development contract from a global OEM for an electric coolant pump in a hydrogen fuel cell application

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Monday, June 7, 2021

SKNES FAGERHULT, Sweden, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Concentric AB receives a new development contract to supply electric coolant pumps for a fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV).

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  • SKNES FAGERHULT, Sweden, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Concentric AB receives a new development contract to supply electric coolant pumps for a fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV).
  • The customer, a global truck and bus OEM, will use our e-pumps for cooling the FCEVs on their new flagship bus application.
  • When hydrogen is produced from clean, renewable energy sources,the fuel cell buses could make a significant contribution toward cleaner air in major cities around the world.
  • Concentric's engineers have developed the e-pump to be able to pump these specialfluids without reducing the durability of the product or service life.

World Electric Bus (BEV, PHEV & FCEV) Market Report 2021-2027: New Revenue Pockets in Asia-Pacific and Northern Europe - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

The global electric bus market size is projected to grow from 81 thousand units in 2021 to reach 704 thousand units by 2027, at a CAGR of 43.1%.

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  • The global electric bus market size is projected to grow from 81 thousand units in 2021 to reach 704 thousand units by 2027, at a CAGR of 43.1%.
  • The advancements in battery pack technologies and electric powertrains are some of the major factors driving the growth of the electric bus and coach market.
  • However, the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to have a slight impact on the electric bus market.
  • Thus, production suspension during the outbreak and lower demand post the pandemic might have an unprecedented impact on electric bus providers
    Attractive Opportunities in the Electric Bus Market: Increasing Demand for Fuel-Efficient and Emission-Free Vehicles is Expected to Boost the Electric Bus Market
    Government Segment is Projected to be the Larger Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    Bev is Projected to be the Largest Segment in the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    Up to 200 Miles is Projected to be the Larger Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    9-14 M is Projected to be the Largest Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    Intracity is Projected to be the Larger Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    Up to 250 kW is Projected to be the Larger Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    Battery is Projected to be the Largest Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (USD Million)
    Up to 400 Kwh is Projected to be the Larger Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)
    Lithium-Iron-Phosphate Battery is Projected to be the Largest Segment of the Electric Bus Market, 2021 Vs. 2027 (Units)

Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market Report 2021-2028: Size, Share & Trends Analysis, Competitive Landscape - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, May 31, 2021

The "Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Fuel Type, by Vehicle Type, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Fuel Type, by Vehicle Type, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global automotive natural gas vehicle market demand is expected to reach 38,856.33 thousand units by 2028.
  • The growing adoption of natural gas as an alternative fuel in vehicles, especially in the transportation sector worldwide, is creating the demand for automotive natural gas vehicles (NGVs).
  • Chapter 4 Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market: Fuel Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
    4.1 Fuel Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2020 & 2028
    4.2 Market Volume & Forecasts and Trends Analysis, 2016 to 2028 for the following:
    Chapter 5 Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market: Vehicle Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
    5.1 Vehicle Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2020 & 2028
    5.2 Market Volume & Forecasts and Trends Analysis, 2016 to 2028 for the following:
    Chapter 6 Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
    6.1 Regional Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2020 & 2028
    6.2 Market Volume & Forecasts and Trends Analysis, 2016 to 2028

Ballard Announces Follow-On Order for Fuel Cell Modules to Power 13 Solaris Buses in Frankfurt

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

VANCOUVER, BC and HOBRO, Denmark, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) today announced purchase orders from Solaris Bus & Coach S.A. ("Solaris"; www.solarisbus.com ), a leading European bus and trolleybus manufacturer and Ballard partner headquartered in Bolechowo, Poland, for 13 Ballard FCmove fuel cell modules to power 13 Fuel Cell Electric Buses (FCEBs) deployed with In-der-City-Bus GmbH ("ICB"), which operates bus routes in Frankfurt, Germany.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC and HOBRO, Denmark, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) today announced purchase orders from Solaris Bus & Coach S.A. ("Solaris"; www.solarisbus.com ), a leading European bus and trolleybus manufacturer and Ballard partner headquartered in Bolechowo, Poland, for 13 Ballard FCmove fuel cell modules to power 13 Fuel Cell Electric Buses (FCEBs) deployed with In-der-City-Bus GmbH ("ICB"), which operates bus routes in Frankfurt, Germany.
  • ICB plans to refuel its fuel cell buses with hydrogen at a central station located at its bus depot.
  • Rob Campbell, Ballard Chief Commercial Operator added, "With the deployment of these 13 buses, Ballard modules will be powering a total of 80Solaris buses in The Netherlands, Germany and Italy.
  • Ballard Power Systems' (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet.

Global Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Markets 2021-2026 - Ultra-Fast Charging / Automated Robot-Based EV Charging / Evolving Business Models to Promote EV Adoption

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

The global electric vehicle charging infrastructure market size to cross USD 14 billion in 2026, growing at a CAGR of 36% during the forecast period.

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  • The global electric vehicle charging infrastructure market size to cross USD 14 billion in 2026, growing at a CAGR of 36% during the forecast period.
  • With the increasing funding from government bodies for electric vehicle (EV) adoption, the demand for charging infrastructure is expected to grow.
  • APAC is likely to lead the global electric vehicle charging infrastructure market share in revenue and volume.
  • The APAC electric vehicle charging infrastructure market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 31% during the forecast period.

Automotive Fuel Cell Market by Component, Power Output, Hydrogen Fuel Stations, Vehicle Type, Operating Miles - Global Forecast 2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

The "Automotive Fuel Cell Market by Component (Fuel Processor, Fuel Cell Stack, Power Conditioner, Air Compressor, Humidifier), Power Output, Hydrogen Fuel Stations, Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, LCV, Truck, Bus), Operating Miles, Region - Global Forecast 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Automotive Fuel Cell Market by Component (Fuel Processor, Fuel Cell Stack, Power Conditioner, Air Compressor, Humidifier), Power Output, Hydrogen Fuel Stations, Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, LCV, Truck, Bus), Operating Miles, Region - Global Forecast 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Increased demand for efficient and low emission vehicles along with government support will boost the automotive fuel cell market.
  • To make the automotive fuel cell market grow, continued support from the government will be needed along with the growing research of fuel cell systems to reduce the initial cost of fuel cell options for the vehicles.
  • However, the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to have an impact on the automotive fuel cell market.

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vehicles Ready for Take-Off, says Information Trends

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021

STERLING, Va., May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With a substantial hydrogen fueling infrastructure in place, the market for hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicles is ready for take-off, says a research study published by Information Trends .

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  • STERLING, Va., May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With a substantial hydrogen fueling infrastructure in place, the market for hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicles is ready for take-off, says a research study published by Information Trends .
  • The study, Global Market for Passenger Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles, said that over 27,500 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles had been sold by year-end 2020 since their sales first began.
  • The sales of passenger hydrogen fuel vehicles are now poised for a rapid pickup in 2021, the study said.
  • What we are seeing now is a market push in three segments of hydrogen fuel cell market, said Naqi Jaffery, President and CEO of Information Trends.

Latin America Electric Vehicle Charging System Market 2021-2028 - Opportunities in Vehicle-To-Grid (V2G) Technologies - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

The "Latin America Electric Vehicle Charging System Market 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Latin America Electric Vehicle Charging System Market 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Electric vehicle charging system market in Latin America to display a CAGR of 47.71% through the period 2021-2028.
  • Such governmental support is anticipated to influence investments by electric vehicle companies in the region's nations, simultaneously boosting the expansion of the electric vehicle charging system across Rest of Latin America.
  • The enterprises engaged in the electric vehicle charging system include Evbox, Tesla, Efacec, Alfen, Allego, Blink, and Webasto.