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Renault makes EV fire suppression tech open to all manufacturers

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It takes the form of an adhesive discthat is placed over an opening in the vehicle's batteryand is designed to dislodge under the pressure of a fire hose, which allows water to quickly spread to all the cells inside- "the only fast and effective way of stopping thermal runaway", according toRenault.

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South Korea Enforces Battery Certification In Wake Of EV Fire Scares

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Manufacturers will need approval from local authorities to confirm their batteries meet local safety standards. South Korea is taking further steps to quell fears among locals about electric vehicle fires by mandating car manufacturers to disclose their battery suppliers and introducing a new battery certification scheme.

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Geneva motor show axed indefinitely

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Organisers blame difficult market conditions and “lack of manufacturer interest” in turbulent post-pandemic period The Geneva motor show has been axed indefinitely, as organisers have cancelled next year’s edition and pulled future editions. The 2024 Geneva motor show was the first to take place since 2019.

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Over 50 Rivian R1T And R1S Models Ruined In Factory Fire

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Fortunately, the fire didn’t spread beyond the factory’s parking lot. ” Fortunately for Rivian , the fire did not spread to the production facility itself, nor did it impact any of the brand’s forthcoming models like the smaller R2 and R3.

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Tesla stops production at Berlin factory after arson attack by activists

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The fire didn't spread to the factory itself but did leave it and the surrounding towns without power, because of heat damage to a high-voltage transmission line. According to German news agency DPA, Michael Stübgen, the interior minister of the Brandenburg region, said the fire appeared to be intentional.

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Brayleys acquires nine West Way Nissan businesses

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The nine West Way Nissan dealerships are successful businesses spread across central and north-west England. Brayleys Cars now represents nine manufacturers with over 30 dealerships, with expectations to expand. Nine businesses, acquired from Nissan GB by the AW Rostamani Group in late 2022, have taken on the Brayleys name.

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Polestar Preparing To Export More U.S.-Built EVs If EU Imposes Increased Tariffs To Chinese-Made Models

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Most of Polestar’s current vehicles are manufactured at its Chengdu and Taizhou factories. The majority of Polestar vehicles sold worldwide are manufactured in Chengdu and Taizhou. ” As such, the firm has accelerated its push to establish a solid global manufacturing footprint. Polestar 3

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