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Bi-fuel evolutions of the LEVC TX taxi and VN5 van; range extender engines run on LPG/biopropane and CNG/biomethane

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HP Taxis, Prins Alternative Fuel Systems and SBL-Automotive revealed [link] of the plug-in hybrid range-extended electric LEVC TX taxi and VN5 van allowing the range extender engine to run on LPG and CNG and their renewable counterparts of biopropane and biomethane.

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US DOE Awards $300 Million in Clean Cities Grants to Support Alternative Fuels, Vehicles, and Infrastructure Development

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These projects put more than 9,000 alternative fuel and energy-efficient light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles on the road, and establish 542 refueling locations across the country. The project will deploy 502 alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles through 119 public and private fleets throughout the state.

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DTM trialing lower-carbon high-performance racing fuel with Audi and Aston Martin

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This fuel will be evaluated at Hockenheim by Audi and Aston Martin in the race-taxis used during the weekend support program for competition winners, VIPs and prominent guests for unique, high-speed passenger rides. We are proving that low carbon fuels are also suitable for racing engines. earlier post ). TFSI DTM 2019.

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Study suggests China urban passenger transport emissions could peak in 2030

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It is further found that measures for promoting public transport would have the greatest potential for energy conservation and emission reduction, followed by improving vehicle fuel efficiency. Shifting to the alternative fuels also plays an important role. Natural gas taxis are expected to account for 54% in 2050.

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Air Canada to conduct biofuel flight from Toronto to Mexico City

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This blend produced by SkyNRG has been recertified to normal jet fuel standards and can be safely used without modifying the aircraft’s systems. Flight AC991 is being operated as part of ICAO’s Flightpath to a Sustainable Future. At arrival , the aircraft will taxi to the gate with minimal delay, using one engine.

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Roadmapping Your Airport EV Charging Installation

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C climate-aligned future.” There is a concerted effort to make transportation more environmentally friendly, including using more environmentally sustainable fuel in commercial airliners. For example, you can offer free or discounted rates for employees or taxi partners.

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveils 5 battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles; I.D. BUZZ CARGO

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The battery system of the future production version has also been prepared for inductive charging, likewise with 11 kW of charging power. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is also demonstrating a new alternative fuel direction with the world premiere of the Crafter HyMotion—a van with a hydrogen fuel cell drivetrain.