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Our team of experienced analysts works with OEMs, engine and component manufacturers, dealers, fleet managers and industry experts to compile detailed and focused data that has become an industry standard. It’s the leading source of global information on engines and power equipment powered by IC and alternate sources. Whether you need detailed global data, forecasts or customized local market studies, we can provide you with Data, Forecasting and Solutions. Let’s start today.
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BYD Controversy In Brazil — What Is Going On?

Guy Youngs Reports came out in late December that workers building a BYD factory in Brazil were working in “slavery” conditions and were potentially victims of human trafficking. Without a doubt, something horrible was going on. How much BYD knew or didn’t know, we don’t know, but the company has now terminated its subcontractor, Jinjiang Construction Brazil.
“Brazilian authorities have halted the construction of a factory for Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD, saying workers lived in conditions comparable to ‘slavery’,” BBC reported. “More than 160 workers have been rescued in Brazil’s northeastern state of Bahia, according to a statement from the Public Labor Prosecutor’s Office (MPT).
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European EV Car Market Declines
The number of EVs sold across Europe fell by 3% to 3m during 2024, according to the latest data. This has come after the withdrawal of government tax breaks triggered a collapse in sales across Germany. The drop in Europe compared to a 40% surge in China, where 11m EVs were purchased. Sales across North America also rose 9% to 1.8m.
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Volkswagen May Not Close Factories in Germany
Volkswagen is considering keeping its German plants up and running while reinstating job security agreements until 2030, with the tradeoff being that workers would forgo bonus payments, according to an anonymous source.
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Alternative Power Report, January 2025
The January 2025 issue of the Alternative Power Report published by Power Systems Research includes articles on Chinese EV activities in Europe and Brazil, EV sales in Europe, battery development and Chinese hybrids. PSR
Guy Youngs is Forecast and Technology Adoption Lead at Power Systems Research
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2025 NA Dumpers/Tenders Production
Dumpers/Tenders are vehicles designed for carrying bulk material, often on building sites. Dumpers are distinguished from dump trucks by configuration: a dumper is usually an open 4-wheeled vehicle with the load skip in front of the driver, while a dump truck has its cab in front of the load.
Utility style models are versatile and…
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Alternative Power Report, December 2024
The December 2024 issue of the Alternative Power Report published by Power Systems Research includes articles the successful trends in Chinese EV production, Mercedes’ solar paint product for EVs, new research on sodium-ion batteries and the development of rotary engines powered by hydrogen. PSR
Guy Youngs is Forecast and Technology Adoption Lead at Power Systems Research
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World Moving On Without USA, As Priorities Change
ALTERNATIVE POWER REPORT

Guy Youngs The recent USA presidential elections suggest that the USA will embrace its status as the world’s leading gasoline state, while previous gasoline states like Saudi Arabia plough vast sums into the energy of the future, renewables.
The USA ceded manufacturing of the technologies required for fighting climate change — solar panels, wind turbines, batteries, electric vehicles, heat pumps, transformers, and more — to other countries, mostly China, over the past 40 ye…
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Chinese EVs Moving Ahead of US Producers
With the US history as automobile leaders of the 1900s, it is easy to assume the US will continue being the automotive leader globally and especially domestically. However, the US is rapidly being outmaneuvered, out-innovated, and left in the dust by its Chinese competitors – particularly in the field of EVs.
This article brings together several stories relating to the automotive market with particular emphasis on BYD.
Overall, Chinese electric cars are leading the US auto industry, and it’s hard to…
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Mercedes’ Solar Paint Could Eliminate EV Charging
Mercedes-Benz says it’s developing a solar paint that would allow electric vehicle owners in places like Los Angeles to power their daily driving without ever plugging in.
The German automaker teased the idea recently during a future technology showcase at its R&D center in Sindelfingen, Germany. The photovoltaic material starts as a paste and is applied to body panels in a layer that’s just 5 micrometers thick—thinner than a human hair. Covering every body panel of a mid-size SUV with the material…
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CATL Pushes Forward With All-Solid-State EV Batteries
The world’s largest EV battery maker is advancing a new type of battery, which promises higher energy density. According to a new local report, CATL is investing heavily while ramping up its workforce to bring all-solid-state EV batteries to market.
The company’s solution has an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg for lithium ternary batteries, 40% more than current batteries. However, the report said charging speed and cycle life are not quite where they need to be
Source: Electrek: Read The Articl…
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Lynn has over 30 years of sales and sales management experience. Currently at Power Systems Research, Lynn has direct responsibility for Business Development across 13 key industries including Construction, Agriculture, Commercial Vehicles, Recreational Products, Lawn and Garden and Marine. Overseeing the Global Account Management team, focused on driving revenue and growth by providing production, forecast and population data for IC engines, electric and hybrid powertrains to OEMs and suppliers across the world.
Prior to joining PSR, Lynn was the Director of Sales at Wards Automotive, a division of Informa and an Account Executive at IHS Markit (S&P Global). Additionally, Lynn spent over 20 years in various Sales and Management positions with the Hertz Corporation.
Lynn graduated from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. In her free time Lynn enjoys golfing, snow skiing, paddle boarding and spending time with family and friends.
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