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IPG to demo Flameless Ceramic Turbine for clean, off-grid power in EV charging

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Intelligent Power Generation (IPG) will demonstrate the impact of Flameless Ceramic Turbine technology in UK electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, following a £1-million contract from Highways England. Not only can IPG’s technology deliver low-emission, pollutant-free energy on today’s cleaner fuels.

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GM showcases Beat EV in demo program in New Delhi

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GM India showcased the Chevrolet Beat Electric Vehicle in a demo program in New Delhi. In 2010, the automaker had said that it was establishing battery-electric vehicle demo fleets in different regions around the world using different vehicles. Indian Autos Blog. Earlier post.)

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Canada to invest C$120M for EV infrastructure, alt fueling stations and demo projects

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The Government of Canada will invest C$120 million (US$89 million) to deploy infrastructure for electric vehicle charging and refueling stations for alternative fuels such as natural gas, as well as to support technology demonstration projects. Overall, Budget 2017 proposes to invest C$21.9 billion (US$16.4 million (US$436.7

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DOE to award up to $4.5M to projects for alt fuel and advanced vehicle deployment

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s (EERE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) intends to issue a Funding Opportunity Announcement ( DE-FOA-0001097 ) entitled “Alternative Fuel and Advanced Vehicle Deployment Initiatives”. The estimated $4.5 and train-the-trainer courses.

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Toyota to demo Prius Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles in New York City

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Aligning with New York City’s goal to reduce carbon emissions and greenhouse gases, Toyota’s Prius Plug-in Hybrid demonstration program will provide opportunities for both NYCDOT and the Port Authority to look into expanding the use of alternative fuel vehicles in municipal and business fleets.

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How Corporations Can Help the U.S. Reach its EV Goals

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Employees who drive a fleet EV for work might have to adapt quickly if they’ve never charged an EV before. These organizations possess the infrastructure to install on-site EV charging stations for commuter employees. In addition, driving to a public charging station often requires the driver to take a detour from their route.

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Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2

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A BMW owner, he is a possible future Polestar buyer, which made this a demo ride and reinforced my positive impressions. Charging and Efficiency. Enquiring minds always want to know about charging. It’ll take eight hours to refill the battery from 0 to 100 percent using Level 2 charging (perfect for overnight or a workday).

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