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XALT Energy batteries powering MCI all-electric passenger coach

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We are prepared to deliver a 100 percent battery electric coach that performs the same or better than our current clean diesel, hybrid and CNG models. FlixBus, Europe’s largest operator of long-distance bus travel, will test the bus through its FlixBus USA operations. —Ian Smith, MCI president.

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Vision Industries and Balqon to partner to build fuel cell terminal tractor

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entered into a Joint Development Agreement with Balqon Corporation to build its zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell /electric hybrid terminal tractor, the Zero-TT. This agreement combines the Cargotec USA Kalmar chassis with Balqon’s electric drivetrain ( earlier post ) and Vision’s hydrogen fuel cell range-extender. Earlier post.)

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Mercedes preps carrier section for EV time

Baua Electric

the luxurious automaker expects battery-powered cars to account for of new-car gross sales by way of 2026 and 70 p.c A: Since introducing our first battery-electric car and next hybrid fashions, Mercedes-Benz USA has presented high-voltage coaching to franchised dealerships and authorized clash middle technicians.

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See & test drive your favorite EVs at Drive Electric Earth Month, all April

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It’s all organized by Plug In America, the Sierra Club, the Electric Vehicle Association, EV Hybrid Noire, and Drive Electric USA. Salem Kicks Gas in Salem, MA with a large variety of EVs on display and test drives from local dealers, along with e-bike and other battery-powered outdoor equipment displays.

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Report: Mercedes Having Tough Time Selling EVs

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Citing Edmunds data that shows Mercedes-Benz dealers took an average of 82 days to sell the brand's battery-powered EQ models in September (double BMW's 38-day turnaround rate while also being above the luxury segment average of 57 days), the outlet was hoping to shed some light on the matter.

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Mercedes-Benz showcases EQC, announces EQB electric SUVs at Shanghai show, new DENZA PHEV/EV

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Alongside the Concept GLB are the battery-powered EQC (electricity consumption combined: 20.8 – 19.7 Troska said it will be a plug-in hybrid and a battery-electric vehicle. Charging at a Mercedes-Benz Wallbox is up to three times faster than at a domestic power socket.

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See & test drive your favorite EVs at Drive Electric Earth Month, thru April

Baua Electric

It’s all organized by Plug In America, the Sierra Club, the Electric Vehicle Association, EV Hybrid Noire, and Drive Electric USA. Salem Kicks Gas in Salem, MA with a large variety of EVs on display and test drives from local dealers, along with e-bike and other battery-powered outdoor equipment displays.

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