Global Firms Team Up on EV Fluids Under Antitrust Shield
Published Date: 3/14/2025
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Summary
A group of big companies from the U.S. and around the world teamed up to study and improve special fluids used in electric vehicles. This notice lets everyone know they’re working together under a law that limits legal risks if things go wrong. Their goal is to make electric cars run smoother and last longer, with no new costs or deadlines for the public right now.
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