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adminisWorried by the rising incidents of boat mishaps, the Niger State government has vowed to commence sanctioning and prosecution of boat operators for failing to wear life jackets. The state government gave the threat when a delegation visited Guni in Munya Local Government area to condole with the families of the victims of boat…
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Toshiba Electronics Europe has introduced a new automotive photorelay designed for high-voltage EV applications. The TLX9161T device delivers 1500V output withstand voltage in a compact SO12L-T package, targeting battery management systems in modern electric and fuel-cell vehicles. The photorelay addresses demanding requirements in automotive battery control systems, which monitor voltage and detect mechanical relay…
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Porsche will no longer pursue plans to make its own high-performance battery cells, calling the pursuit “not economically viable.” The carmaker said slower demand for EVs in the U.S. was part of the reason why it shelved its battery plans. Porsche’s battery division, Cellforce, will shift focus to R&D instead. Porsche is abandoning plans…
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Electric vehicle batteries have gotten remarkably better and cheaper over the last decade as cleaner cars have exploded in popularity. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe thinks there’s still room for improvement. During an interview on this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, Scaringe told InsideEVs that his startup’s main focus right now on the battery front is making…
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adminisBarring any last-minute change in plan, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is expected to start its direct fuel distribution scheme soon, as 1,000 Compressed Natural Gas-powered trucks required for the exercise have arrived in Nigeria. With the 1,000 trucks, the refinery would start distributing fuel directly to marketers in Lagos, Ogun, and other South-West states,…
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adminisThe 48-inch, 127-kilometre Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) Gas Pipeline aimed to facilitate seamless supply of gas across the country is nearing completion, the Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo has said. The minister, who disclosed this during the 2025 webinar themed: “Catalysing Investment for Nigeria’s Upstream Gas Sector: Opportunities, Challenges, and Global Trends”, said…
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At the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich to be held next month, BMW Group will present one of the most significant new models in the history of its home city. The BMW iX3, the first model of the Neue Klasse, will celebrate its public premiere accompanied by revolutionary new and groundbreaking technologies for the…
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ChargePoint, a leading provider of EV charging solutions, unveiled conversion kits to install its Omni Port adaptable charging solution on older stations. The kits are now available for immediate delivery, joining new Level 2 stations pre-fitted with the innovation. Omni Port ensures any new EV can charge in any parking space, regardless of its…
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Highlights from The U.S. EV Fast Charging Q2 2025 Report EV Charging Industry Growth Site hosts are delivering what drivers really need – more EV chargers, larger charging sites, and faster chargers! In Q2 2025, the U.S. added 4,242 new DC fast-charging ports across 784 stations, a 23.3% quarter-over-quarter increase, bringing the national total to…
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adminis4 Chibuzor Emejor Dr Mustapha Abdullahi,Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of Energy Commission of Nigeria(ECN), has raised the alarm that many manufacturing industries in Nigeria are currently experiencing hard times due to epileptic power supply. Abdullahi, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at the Public Presentation Workshop organised by the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) to…
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The United Kingdom has confirmed it will extend the plug-in van and truck grant scheme which provides discounts to businesses and fleet operators when purchasing electric vans or trucks of all sizes. The UK’s Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood announced on Monday that the plug-in van and truck grant will continue through to…
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Watch this webinar for an in-depth examination of braking and steering applications. We’ll highlight the current systems and the key Infineon components that power them, from Microcontrollers to Gate Drivers, including MOSFETs, sensors and more. Discover current trends and disruptors, including electromechanical braking and cutting-edge technologies, as well as emerging x-by-wire applications. Gain insights…
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