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First 35 State plans to build out EV charging infrastructure approved; more than $900M in FY22 and FY23 funding

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With this early approval, these states can now unlock more than $900 million in NEVI formula funding from FY22 and FY23 to help build EV chargers across approximately 53,000 miles of highway across the country. Approved Plans are available on the FHWA web site.

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Volvo Penta, TICO complete build of prototype electric terminal tractor

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Volvo Penta and TICO have completed the build of the first terminal tractor prototypes powered by Volvo Penta’s electric driveline. Reduced maintenance – electric drivelines have much fewer maintenance requirements compared to conventional solutions. Reduced vehicle stoppages and need for spare parts. Next steps.

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MAN supplying mixed medium- and high-speed engines for hybrid foundation/wind turbine installation vessels

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MAN Energy Solutions has won a fourth order to supply engines to Chinese shipbuilder, COSCO Heavy Industries, in Qidong for the construction of a second F-Class installation vessel used for the installation of offshore wind turbines and foundations. The previous three orders were for engines for two X-class and another F-class vessel.

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Dürr builds high automation paint shop for Ford in Mexico

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As for the two main 3-wet topcoat painting booths, Ford opted for the proven EcoEnvirojet wet scrubber technology with its easy cleaning access and maintenance. Installed outdoors, the e-coat, sealing, two-tone, and topcoat Dürr Ecopaint ovens utilize the high ambient air temperature for a more energy efficient heating.

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How to Save When Building an EV Charging Station

Setec Powerr

However, building an EV charging site is not a straightforward task. Understanding the EV Charging Landscape The first step towards building an EV charging site is understanding the landscape. However, the installation and maintenance of EV chargers can be complex and costly. Will the chargers cause congestion?

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EnviroSpark to install and upgrade EV charging stations at 38 HHHunt multifamily properties in the Southeast – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Multifamily housing developer HHHunt is working with EV infrastructure provider EnviroSpark to install and upgrade charging stations at 38 apartment properties in the Southeast. EnviroSpark’s deal with HHHunt includes a comprehensive maintenance contract. Residents will pay for charging on a kilowatt-hour basis.

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Siemens building first stretch of eHighway on public roads in Germany

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Siemens has been commissioned by the German state of Hesse to build an overhead contact line for electrified freight transport on a ten-kilometer stretch of autobahn. The system will be installed on the A5 federal autobahn between the Zeppelinheim/Cargo City Süd interchange at the Frankfurt Airport and the Darmstadt/Weiterstadt interchange.

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