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SEMA sponsors ZEV conversion rebate bill in California; up to $2,000 rebate

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The bill envisions a Zero-Emission Aftermarket Conversion Project (ZACP) that will allocate up to $2 million annually for the rebates. Eligible converted ZEVs would need a range of at least 100 miles. However, none of these programs assist with ZEV conversions of internal-combustion engine vehicles. —Senator Portantino

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Land Rover EV conversion packs in-wheel motors, weighs same as original

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-based Bedeo is launching a Land Rover Defender EV conversion based around in-wheel motors from Bedeo-owned Protean Electric. The Defender is the first in a series of “Reborn Electric: Icons” conversions, according to a Bedeo press release. Prior to its current U.K. Very few Endurance trucks were built, however.

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The ‘most affordable’ DIY e-bike kit company just launched a new $349 version

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Swytch, makers of the self-proclaimed “most affordable” electric bike conversion kits out there, announced its newest model this morning. One of the reasons Swytch has been so popular during past releases is that ultra-affordable entry price, though the sleek design and ease of installation surely don’t hurt sales either.

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Is It Economical to Convert ICE Car to Electric Car Using Conversion Kit

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converting existing internal combustion engine (ICE) cars into electric vehicles using conversion kits. The Appeal of Conversion Kits Conversion kits offer a promising solution for individuals who wish to contribute to environmental conservation without breaking the bank (Now you don’t have to break the bank to buy an EV).

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OptiFuel to repower Argentina’s 400 freight locomotive fleet from diesel-power to CNG and/or RNG

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Over the next ten years, Argentina plans to modernize and decarbonize its entire 40,000-mile rail network. We stepped back even further and asked: How can we affordably integrate new technology and required infrastructure into the world’s massive railroad networks in a way that is gradual, flexible, reliable, and affordable?

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Stellantis partners with Qinomic to develop electric retrofitting of light commercial vehicles

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The electric retrofit solution aims to protect freedom of mobility with an affordable option that meets customer needs to extend the life of their vehicles and continue business activities while accessing low emissions zones (LEZ) in cities. —Alison Jones, Stellantis Senior Vice President, Circular Economy Business Unit.

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DOE to award $33M to advance hydrogen and fuel cell R&D and the H2@Scale vision

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Activities that result from this FOA will support the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s (EERE’s) H2@Scale vision and leverage capabilities at DOE National Labs through close collaboration with the Million Mile Fuel Cell Truck (M2FCT) and H2NEW consortia. This would be coordinated with the H2NEW consortium.

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