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FST Technical Services Has Been Named The Commissioning Agent For Samsung SDI and Stellantis N.V.'s New Battery Plant

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CHANDLER, Ariz., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FST Technical Services, a professional services firm specializing in commissioning, QA/QC and Analytical Testing services, has been named the Commissioning Agent for the Samsung SDI and Stellantis' battery plant. Stellantis and Samsung SDI have joined together to establish the first Lithium-Ion Battery Production Plant in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • FST Technical Services, a professional services firm specializing in commissioning, QA/QC and Analytical Testing services, has been named the Commissioning Agent for the Samsung SDI and Stellantis' battery plant.
  • Stellantis and Samsung SDI have joined together to establish the first Lithium-Ion Battery Production Plant in the United States.
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FST Technical Services, a professional services firm specializing in commissioning, QA/QC and Analytical Testing services, has been named the Commissioning Agent for the Samsung SDI and Stellantis' battery plant.
  • Stellantis and Samsung SDI have joined together to establish the first Lithium-Ion Battery Production Plant in the United States.

Importance of Equity: 40% of FLO's U.S. Chargers located in Justice40 Communities

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

"Unfortunately, many low-income and historically underserved communities, as highlighted by the Justice40 initiative, lack essential EV charging infrastructure, which must come first.

Key Points: 
  • "Unfortunately, many low-income and historically underserved communities, as highlighted by the Justice40 initiative, lack essential EV charging infrastructure, which must come first.
  • At FLO, equity is a core principle driving our approach, ensuring EV drivers have access to reliable charging regardless of where they live.
  • Launched by President Biden, the Justice40 Initiative, directs 40% of the benefits of specified government programs to disadvantaged communities.
  • Residents from lower-income backgrounds, including Black, African American, Hispanic, or Latino communities, often find home charging out of reach," said Tremblay.

86% of EV drivers can charge at home, but over half still rely on public chargers, ChargeLab survey finds

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ChargeLab (www.chargelab.co), the software powering North America's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, released the results of its new report, "Industry survey: 500 EV drivers on public charging." The survey queried 500 EV drivers in the United States, revealing a key finding: While 86.0% of EV drivers now have access to a home charger, 59.6% still use public chargers weekly. This finding underscores the need for continued investment in public charging infrastructure.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ChargeLab ( www.chargelab.co ), the software powering North America's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, released the results of its new report, "Industry survey: 500 EV drivers on public charging."
  • The survey queried 500 EV drivers in the United States, revealing a key finding: While 86.0% of EV drivers now have access to a home charger, 59.6% still use public chargers weekly.
  • While 86.0% of EV drivers now have access to a home charger, 59.6% still use public chargers weekly.
  • Read "Industry survey: 500 EV drivers on public charging" to learn more about the state of the EV charging industry and what EV owners want from public charging infrastructure.

Wireless EV Charging Gains Momentum with New Industry Partnerships

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The advent of wireless charging in the commercial transport sector took a big step forward today with industry leader InductEV striking three new strategic partnerships. The company has reached agreements with Miller EV Solutions, Roush, and WB Engineers+Consultants to help accelerate the adoption of its high-power, on-route inductive charging technology and AI overlay for energy management.

Key Points: 
  • "Commercial fleets are the biggest contributor to GHG emissions worldwide in transportation," noted Barry Libert, chairman and CEO of InductEV.
  • "We are therefore pleased to announce today three new strategic partners, all of which possess the technological know-how and services to help implement our vision for wireless EV charging in the commercial and industrial transport sectors.
  • Its AI-managed, on-route wireless charging solution shifts EV charging to daytime use of renewables, thus reducing the need for large EV batteries, lowering vehicle costs, and eliminating the need for recycling by extending battery life by a factor of 4-8X.
  • Inductive wireless charging also paves the way for the broad deployment of autonomous vehicles.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS RECOGNIZED BY S&P GLOBAL MOBILITY FOR THE "MOST IMPROVED ALTERNATIVE POWERTRAIN LOYALTY TO MAKE FOR 2023"

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) announced today that it has been recognized by S&P Global Mobility for having the "Most Improved Alternative Powertrain Loyalty to Make" for the 2023 calendar year1.

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  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) announced today that it has been recognized by S&P Global Mobility for having the "Most Improved Alternative Powertrain Loyalty to Make" for the 2023 calendar year1.
  • The Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid is the perfect stepping-stone from today's internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to tomorrow's full battery-electric vehicles (BEV).
  • But its ability to operate on both electricity and gasoline also is the perfect destination vehicle for some customers too.
  • "In today's hypercompetitive market, retaining customers is more important than ever," said Joe LaFeir, president, Automotive Insights, S&P Global Mobility.

US Commercial Vehicle Market Grew 14 percent in 2023, according to S&P Global Mobility

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Source: S&P Global Mobility US commercial vehicle registration data, 2022-2023

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  • Source: S&P Global Mobility US commercial vehicle registration data, 2022-2023
    Alternative fuel vehicles, electric and hybrid powertrains are popular options for light-duty commercial vehicles while compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric are becoming popular alternative options for heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
  • Electric cargo vans continue to trend in last-mile delivery applications, especially with fleets such as Amazon, Walmart, Penske, and FedEx.
  • There were more than 14,000 EV cargo vans registered in 2023, according to the analysis, led by substantial growth from Rivian.
  • In addition, electric pickup launches expected from Chevrolet and Ram should contribute to the EV and electrified vehicle sales boom.

NITROCROSS UNVEILS ALL-ELECTRIC "SIERRA CAR" SUPPORT SERIES RACE CLASS, USHERING IN NEW ERA FOR MOTORSPORT

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

"This new class and partnership marks a pivotal moment in the motorsport industry," said Nitrocross General Manager Chip Pankow.

Key Points: 
  • "This new class and partnership marks a pivotal moment in the motorsport industry," said Nitrocross General Manager Chip Pankow.
  • From day one, Nitrocross has sought to deliver unprecedented driving experiences while creating pathways for developing drivers.
  • In September, the premiere SIERRA Car support series race will take place at Nitrocross 24/25 in Richmond, VA.
  • There, a full field of vetted drivers and teams will make electric motorsport race history, injecting a fresh and engaging dynamic into an already thrilling event series.

Global Printed and Flexible Electronics Report 2024-2034, with Coverage of Emerging Areas, the Metaverse, Flexible OLED Lighting, Transparent Antennas, Heaters, Biomonitoring and Assistive Wearables

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

DUBLIN, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global Market for Printed and Flexible Electronics 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global Market for Printed and Flexible Electronics 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Market for Printed and Flexible Electronics 2024-2034 provides an in-depth analysis of the global printed, flexible, stretchable and hybrid electronics industry.
  • In-depth demand analysis is provided across several verticals:
    Additionally, the report analyses the flexible, printed and solid-state battery markets for electronics.
  • Emerging areas like the metaverse, flexible OLED lighting, transparent antennas, heaters, biomonitoring and assistive wearables have also been covered.

Minister Wilkinson Announces Over 500 New Public EV Chargers Across Toronto

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Investing in more EV chargers, including the over 500 that we announced today in Toronto, will put Canadians in the driver's seat on the road to a strong, healthy net-zero future."

Key Points: 
  • Investing in more EV chargers, including the over 500 that we announced today in Toronto, will put Canadians in the driver's seat on the road to a strong, healthy net-zero future."
  • That includes working to expand EV infrastructure across the country, like these over 500 new chargers we are deploying across Toronto, making it easier to switch to an EV.
  • "Today's announcement marks a significant step toward a more sustainable and greener future with the installation of over 500 new EV chargers in Toronto.
  • The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program provides funding to support the installation of EV chargers in multi-use residential buildings, at workplaces, on-street, at public places and where EV fleets are serviced.

Climate Solutions Prize: More than $1.3 million awarded to Israeli Climate tech startups

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- $1.3 million dollars were awarded to Israeli climate tech startups today as part of the startup track of the Climate Solutions Prize (CSP), an initiative that incentivizes climate innovation to address the global climate crisis. The startup track was led by Startup Nation Central together with Climate Solutions Prize Organization.

Key Points: 
  • TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- $1.3 million dollars were awarded to Israeli climate tech startups today as part of the startup track of the Climate Solutions Prize (CSP), an initiative that incentivizes climate innovation to address the global climate crisis.
  • It aims to be a catalyst for climate tech innovation in both breakthrough research and the startup ecosystem.
  • The 2023 Israeli Climate Tech Landscape Map details leading companies with solutions addressing the climate crisis.
  • The Breakthrough Research Prize track was awarded in January to three Israeli research teams to propel their work on promising solutions to the climate crisis.