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Mercedes-Benz launches vehicle data analytics project with City of Boston to help improve uneven roads

Green Car Congress

While the company has on-going projects in several European countries, this partnership with Boston in the United States is the first in North America. It is well known that not all neighborhoods and communities use Boston 311 at the same rate, yet 311 is a major driver of how some City resources are allocated.

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car2go carsharing expands to Seattle

Green Car Congress

car2go North America, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler North America, will start its carsharing service in Seattle on 19 Dec. Parking, fuel, insurance and maintenance are included in the fee. Registration for membership opens today at seattle.car2go.com.

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From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes

Plug in America

That may seem expensive for a recreational bike, but replacing your car, a second car in your household, or using an e-bike for a daily commute can save you thousands on fuel, auto insurance, registration, maintenance, and parking. Similar to EVs, electric lawn equipment reduces emissions, saves on fuel costs, and requires less maintenance.

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car2go launches North America’s first all-electric carsharing network in San Diego

Green Car Congress

LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, and the City of San Diego officially launched North America’s first all-electric carsharing network. Parking, recharging, insurance and maintenance are included. car2go N.A.,

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Rapid Deployment Keeps Stillwater Capital Multifamily Project on Schedule

EV Connect

No stranger to large, audacious projects, Stillwater helped spearhead the PGA of America moving its headquarters to Frisco, Texas in a $500 million mixed-use project with two 18-hole golf courses, retail, and a 500-room hotel. Plan for Maintenance: Opt for a comprehensive service plan that covers parts and labor, such as EV Connect Shield.

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Ryder orders more than 200 heavy-duty natural gas trucks as part of SANBAG project

Green Car Congress

Ryder will also begin work this month to upgrade the first of three existing maintenance facilities in its network to be properly equipped for the indoor servicing of natural gas vehicles and will soon commence construction of two natural gas fueling stations. tons of diesel particulate emissions from local neighborhoods.

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Daimlers car-sharing service car2go expands to Canada

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a subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, will also be located in Vancouver. First launched in Ulm, Germany three years ago, car2go was successfully rolled out a year later in North America in Austin, Texas. A newly created company, car2go Canada Ltd., The east border is Nanaimo Street and the west border is Alma Street.

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