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dnotionHydrovolt can take used batteries and turn them into a black powder from which it can recover the metals and make new batteries. Photo: Petter Berntsen / AFP/FileSource: AFP Norwegian battery recycling firm Hydrovolt said Tuesday that it will expand internationally by opening a facility in France, boosting a nascent hub for producing electric…
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dnotionWhy Does Norway Have So Many Teslas? Tesla’s Runaway Success in Norway Norway has emerged as a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with over 50% of new car sales now electric. And of all the EV brands sold in Norway, Tesla dominates the market. Last year 2023, a remarkable 82% of new…
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dnotionThe state Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mr Okey Kanu, made this known on Monday during a press conference on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting at the Government House, Umuahia. Kanu said that the initiative became necessary to fill up the gap that would be created by the government’s new policy…
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dnotionThe Abia State government has announced plans to introduce Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered buses into the state’s transportation system. This initiative comes in response to a recently implemented policy restricting the operational hours of tricycles (keke napep) and motorcycles in the major cities of Umuahia and Aba. The announcement was made by the Commissioner…
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dnotionKia Motors Nigeria recently participated in the Nigeria Automotive Industry Summit hosted by the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) in collaboration with the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA). The summit with the theme: ‘Developing Nigeria’s Economy through the Nigerian Auto Industry,’ which aimed to chart a course for the future success of…
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dnotionThe Abia Government has announced plans to secure Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered buses to improve the state’s transport system amid the recently implemented policy restricting operational hours of tricycles and motorcycles in Umuahia and Aba. The state Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mr. Okey Kanu, disclosed this on Monday during a press conference at…
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dnotionToyota (Nigeria) Limited has launched two new vehicles including Belta and Rumion into the Nigerian market. They were launched at the just concluded solo Toyota Motor Show in Lagos to delight individual, corporate, government, and prospective customers. The three-day event held in Lagos under an ambiance akin to international auto fairs in Europe and…
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dnotionExperts have listed five approaches as the most viable solutions for mitigating carbon emissions while meeting Africa’s development. Some of these approaches, according to them, included development of natural gas and commercialisation; increase use of renewables; protection and rehabilitation of Africa’s natural carbon sinks; innovation in low-cost /low emissions clean energy solutions and carbon…
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dnotionOil giant ExxonMobil is making a strategic move into the lithium space, targeting first production in 2027 from underground deposits in southwest Arkansas, United States. This venture could present a significant opportunity for Nigeria as the company seeks to expand its lithium operations globally. Lithium prices have crashed in recent months, dragged down by…
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dnotionUS company in Nigeria has established an electric car assembly plant in Lagos, giving more options to Nigerians The company recently released a video footage showcasing some of its production lines and features There is strong competition ongoing in the Nigerian auto industry, which includes Innoson Motors, Dangote automobile company Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere…
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dnotionAccording to Toyota Nigeria Limited, three electric cars will be available in the country in three years He said the Toyota Cross, RAV4, and Land Cruiser Prado would soon be offered as hybrid electric cars in Nigeria According to the MD, the firm is expecting to sell 15,000 new automobiles this year in Nigeria…
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dnotion[mc4wp_form id=33047] Innoson Vehicle has inaugurated a new car service center and a facility for converting diesel and petrol engines to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Aba. The development aims to provide comprehensive automotive services, including maintenance and repair, while also promoting eco-friendly fuel alternatives through engine conversions. The facility is expected to cater…
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