China Railway launches rail transport trial for electric vehicle batteries

China Railway launches rail transport trial for electric vehicle batteries

A train loaded with lithium batteries for traction purposes departs from a train station in southwest China’s Chongqing, Nov. 19, 2024. Three trains loaded with lithium batteries for traction purposes departed separately from Chongqing, Guiyang and Yibin on Tuesday, marking the first large scale test run for rail transportation of such batteries in China. A new type of container enhanced with multiple safety measures including smoke sensing and pressure releasing has been deployed to effec...
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Pakistan to Lower Charging Prices to Boost Electric Vehicle Demand

Pakistan to Lower Charging Prices to Boost Electric Vehicle Demand

Pakistan is making efforts to encourage the use of electric vehicles (EVs) by reducing electricity costs at EV charging stations. Power Minister Awais Leghari has announced that the government is working on a new pricing plan to make EVs more affordable and easier to use. The new pricing structure will apply to all EV charging stations and battery-swapping facilities. It will benefit small cars, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers. This move is part of a larger plan to promote eco-friendly transpor...
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Vice President Shettima Ya Kaddamar Da Shawararinnar Ingilishi Don Samun Suluhu Na Gida Ga Kiwon Lafiya

Vice President Shettima Ya Kaddamar Da Shawararinnar Ingilishi Don Samun Suluhu Na Gida Ga Kiwon Lafiya

Vice President Kashim Shettima ya kaddamar da shirin ‘Grand Challenges Nigeria’ (GCNg), wani shiri na kasa da aka yi niyyar sake juyar da tsarin kiwon lafiya a Nijeriya. Shirin nan, wanda aka kaddamar a ranar Litinin, 18 ga watan Nuwamba, 2024, ya mayar da hankali kan samun suluhu na gida ga matsalolin kiwon lafiya a ƙasar. Shettima ya bayyana cewa manufar shirin ita kasance ta taimaka wajen kirkirar sababbin hanyoyin da za su inganta tsarin kiwon lafiya, lalalar da za su rage talauci da cu...
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Hyundai Ioniq 5: A Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle

Hyundai Ioniq 5: A Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle

Virtually every car company is trying to get into the electric vehicle game. They feel that’s the way the wind is blowing, and rightly so. While some companies are continuing to make gas-powered vehicles, they know that within the next few years, these will be phased out. It’s necessary for the sake of the planet.  The Hyundai brand is one that’s on the front lines of the electric vehicle craze. If you visit the Hyundai Waco location, you will see many options available to you. The salesp...
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Ahead of Maharashtra, Delhi polls, Centre & city gas companies spar over CNG price

Ahead of Maharashtra, Delhi polls, Centre & city gas companies spar over CNG price

NEW DELHI: A cut in supply of government-controlled natural gas from legacy fields has sparked a fencing match between the oil ministry and city gas network operators who want to raise CNG prices to at least cover the higher cost of imported fuel being used to meet market demand.Government reduced legacy gas allocation for the city gas sector by 21% in October and 20% in November following a natural decline in production from old fields. This is pinching margins of companies such as Delhi-NCR...
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Africa has tremendous potential to grow electric vehicles – Audu

Africa has tremendous potential to grow electric vehicles – Audu

November 16, 2024November 16, 2024 By Chuks Oyema-Aziken (Baku, Azerbaijan) The Chief Executive Officer, Electric Motor Vehicle Company, (EMVC), Prince Mustafa Audu has expressed optimism over E-mobility playing a big role in economic development in Africa. Speaking to journalists at ongoing COP29 in Baku Azerbaijan, he said government policies at decarbonization is already bearing fruit. Audu called on foreign investors to come to Nigeria, saying the Tinubu government is keen on green economy....
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NNPC eyes 12 CNG mother stations, mini LNG plants in race to boost gas supply

NNPC eyes 12 CNG mother stations, mini LNG plants in race to boost gas supply

In a bid to boost gas supply, the Federal government through Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd has announced plans to establish 12 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) mother stations and mini–Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plants across the country. This announcement was made by the group CEO of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari at the opening of the 42nd Nigeria Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) Annual International Conference and Exhibition in Lagos on Monday. Kyari emphasised that NNPC Ltd. is...
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Arewa Coalition Seeks End to Lakurawa Terror  Group 

Arewa Coalition Seeks End to Lakurawa Terror  Group 

Arewa/Northern Region Arewa Coalition Seeks End to Lakurawa Terror  Group The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has raised an alarm over the emergence of a new armed terrorist group, Lakurawa, in the northwest states of Kebbi and Sokoto. While expressing concern over the emergence of this terror group, the CNG urged the government to take immediate and decisive action against “Lakurawa” before it escalates. In a statement on Monday by its national coordinator, Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanch...
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Niger: Coalition holds community engagement on Northern Nigeria’s challenges

Niger: Coalition holds community engagement on Northern Nigeria’s challenges

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Niger State Chapter, has held a one-day community engagement to search for enduring solutions to the problems bedevilling the northern region and Nigeria as a whole, against the backdrop of the prevailing socio-economic and political challenges confronting the region and the country. This situation follows the dearth of genuine leaders and selfless nationalists with rich ideas and altruistic ideals who were always prepared to nurture the younger generation...
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FG Allay Fears Over Safety Of CNG Vehicles As Malaysia Move To Ban Natural Gas Vehicles By 2025

FG Allay Fears Over Safety Of CNG Vehicles As Malaysia Move To Ban Natural Gas Vehicles By 2025

FG allay fears over the safety of CNG vehicles as Malaysia move to ban Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV) by July 2025. NGV is a vehicle that uses Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) as fuel instead of petrol or diesel. SpAds to the President on Information and Strategy clarified that Malaysia’s policy was centered on the safety of LPG. He added that Nigeria chose CNG specifically for its safety and cost-effectiveness. The Presidency has allayed fears over the safety of Compres...
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