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How bidirectional charging could make EVs key players in the energy grid

Auto Service World

This innovation, wrote Shazan Siddiqi, senior technology analyst and technical sales at IDTechEx, in a report, is part of the broader vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology trend, which includes vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities.

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Rivian to Receive $6.6B Conditional Loan from US DOE

Tomorrow's Technician

Phase 1 of the project is expected to start production in 2028. While this conditional commitment indicates DOE’s intent to finance the project, DOE and the company must satisfy certain technical, legal, environmental, and financial conditions before the Department of Energy enters into definitive financing documents and funds the loan.

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Volkswagen Suggests That Golf Mk9 Could Replace ID.3

autoevolution

Kai Grunitz, the member of the board of management responsible for technical development at the Volkswagen brand, has stopped short of confirming that the ID.3 3 will be phased out in favor of the Golf.

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Rain Alliance launches the Rain RFID Training Program

Tire Review Magazine

The company said this program will equip the global Rain RFID industry’s professionals with business and technical knowledge needed to fuel the adoption and deployment of Rain RFID solutions. “The RAIN Alliance is uniquely positioned to answer this need.

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Locking Hubs and Axles

Brake & Front End

According to Ford TSB 20-2028, apply 508 mm-Hg (20 in-Hg) of vacuum. On 2013 and newer trucks, the solenoid was moved next to the brake booster on the driver’s side. Connect a vacuum pump to the hose going to the IWE units. The readings should not drop more than 12.5 mm-Hg (0.5 in-Hg) per minute.

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Is Vehicle Customization the Best Route to Shop Growth?

AutoInc.

CAGR during the 2021-2028 forecast period ( Grandview Research ). Be sure to take advantage of the free business boot camps and technical courses offered by leading graphic film manufacturers like Avery Dennison at these events. Shops also install printed wrap films on commercial vehicles for marketing purposes.

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Economic Uncertainty Looms for the U.S. OTR Tire Segment

Tire Review Magazine

According to Kevin Rohlwing, TIA chief technical officer, understanding which areas will see real expansion, and which could be impacted by rising costs, is the key for dealers looking to stay ahead despite market conditions. Some forecasts predict up to 83% growth in certain sectors, while others anticipate contractions of up to 17%.

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