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ClearFlame Engine Technologies raises $30M in Series B

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ClearFlame Engine Technologies has raised $30 million in Series B funding to bring to market innovative solutions that power heavy-duty engines with clean, renewable fuels and create a viable business solution to reduce carbon and soot. Earlier post.) Federal Department of Energy funding moved us from concept to patent.

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Tesla Model Y joins a new Police Force, and incentives made it an affordable purchase

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While the environmentally-conscious vehicles will save taxpayer dollars in the long run thanks to EV credits, gas savings, and low maintenance costs, some have voiced concerns over the cost of buying a Tesla. Additionally, Ipswich PD said it will save up to $13,o00 in fuel and maintenance costs over a ten-year period.

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US Steel, Norfolk Southern, and Greenbrier collaborate on new, sustainable high-strength steel railcar; weight reduced up to 15,000 lbs

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Norfolk Southern will initially acquire 800 of the Greenbrier engineered gondolas. US Steel’s materials innovation, Norfolk Southern’s commitment to sustainable freight transportation, and Greenbrier’s deep engineering capability have led to a stronger, lighter, and more energy-efficient product for the freight rail industry.

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ABI Research projects worldwide commercial EV market to surpass US$680B by 2027

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The growing affordability of EVs has been one of the biggest drivers for fleet electrification efforts. There has been a trend of EVs becoming more and more affordable due to advancements in battery technology and economies of scale in production.

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Cummins Westport announces MY 2018 natural gas engine line-up; near zero NOx

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Cummins Westport (CWI) announced its model year 2018 dedicated natural gas engines for regional haul truck / tractor, vocational and transit, school bus, and refuse applications at the Alternative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, California. The letter “N” denotes engines that are fueled by natural gas. Earlier post.)

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DOE issues RFI in support of medium- and heavy-duty truck research and development

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Affordable freight movement is essential for the nation’s economy. EERE is specifically interested in information on safe, efficient, affordable solutions that reduce energy use, emissions and total cost of ownership (purchase, fuel, maintenance and operational cost) for medium and heavy-duty trucking. DE-FOA-0002372 ).

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Feature: Top 6 Reasons Why an EV Is the Right Choice

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One of the reasons behind the drastic increase in sales was the more affordable price range of the Tesla Model 3, a best-seller in the U.S., Low Maintenance Costs. It has fewer parts that would need constant maintenance and replacement. Tesla’s Model 3 paved the way to powerful, affordable EVs. Europe and China.