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Latest generation diesels power 36% of US commercial trucks

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in 2015, according to analysis by the Diesel Technology Forum of operation data from 2017 of vehicles (GVW 3-8) provided by IHS Markit. Some states have the new diesel technology in more than two-thirds of their fleets. According to the same dataset from IHS Markit, 97% of Class 8 heavy-duty trucks rely on diesel fuel.

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DOE releases three reports showing strong growth in US fuel cell and hydrogen market

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) released three new reports showcasing strong growth across the US fuel cell and hydrogen technologies market. According to these reports, the US continues to be one of the world’s largest and fastest growing markets for fuel cell and hydrogen technologies. 2012 Fuel Cell Technologies Market Report.

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Hyundai & Kia to pay record $100M penalty for GHG conformity violations & lose $200M+ in emission credits

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These credits can be used to offset emissions from less fuel-efficient vehicle models or sold or traded to other automakers for the same purpose. The consent decree embodying the settlement was filed today jointly by the United States and the California Air Resources Board in the US District Court for the District of Columbia.

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EPA Grants California Vehicle GHG Regulations Waiver

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This waiver is consistent with the Clean Air Act as it’s been used for the last 40 years and supports the prerogatives of the 13 states and the District of Columbia who have opted to follow California’s lead. The resulting new national standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fuel economy standard of 35.5

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

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These include voyage planning, fueling (charging), cargo operations, and task management, among other activities. About Joe: Joe has driven electric since 2017 with two BMWs: i3 REX and X5 40e. About Rick: Rick has been driving electric for over 3 years and currently drives a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

These include voyage planning, fueling (charging), cargo operations, and task management, among other activities. About Joe: Joe has driven electric since 2017 with two BMWs: i3 REX and X5 40e. About Rick: Rick has been driving electric for over 3 years and currently drives a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV.