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Mercedes-Benz and Bosch start San José pilot project for automated ride-hailing service; automated S-Class

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The service will initially be available to a select group of users. As a city, we want to know more about how automated vehicles can help improve safety and reduce congestion, as well as make mobility more available, sustainable, and inclusive. The service is also available in Berlin.

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Ridecell acquires Auro, introduces complete autonomous mobility solution

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Ridecell also announced the public availability of its autonomous operations platform which has successfully been used in autonomous pilot programs. Auro partners with shuttle manufacturers to add self-driving capabilities to leading shuttle and neighborhood electric vehicle platforms. Ridecell, Inc.,

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car2go carsharing expands to Seattle

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by introducing a network of 330 car2go edition smart fortwo vehicles that will be available for shared use 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Parking, fuel, insurance and maintenance are included in the fee. Registration for membership opens today at seattle.car2go.com.

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

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car2go began deploying 300 smart fortwo electric drive vehicles Friday in San Diego, which are now in service and available for use. Unlike traditional carsharing programs, car2go meets the daily needs of members by providing a free-floating network of vehicles that is available on-demand for point-to-point trips. car2go N.A.,

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

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Convenience stores and truck stops are in a fantastic position to take advantage of available federal funding for DC fast charging stations. Which type of chargers you decide to install will depend on your location, the surrounding amenities, available power, budget, and any necessary guidelines you need to follow to procure funding.

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225 car2go vehicles deploy in Vancouver for car-sharing service

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The car2go vehicles that are readily available to be driven can be viewed on the internet or with a smartphone app, and can be driven for as long as needed without committing to a return time. Rates include fuel, parking, mileage, insurance, maintenance and GPS navigation.

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What Is a Charge Point Operator (CPO)?

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A CPO may start with a smaller-scope network but quickly install new charge points in an expanding geographical footprint, which can cause performance issues and high maintenance costs — particularly if hampered by aging chargers. CPOs need to guarantee that EV chargers are always available and stable, operating 24/7 without fail.