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Rivian Adventure Network launches first fast chargers in Colorado and California

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The Rivian Adventure Network (RAN) launched its first fast chargers in Colorado and the company plans to open sites in California next. The EV automaker plans to open three fast charging sites this week. Rivian’s Normal, Il plant to deliver vehicles charged with on-site wind turbine.

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Honda opens Smart Home US in California; produces more energy than it consumes; direct DC-DC EV charging

Green Car Congress

Honda marked the opening of Honda Smart Home US, showcasing technologies that enable zero net energy living and transportation, including Honda’s home energy management system (HEMS), a proprietary hardware and software system that monitors, controls and optimizes electrical generation and consumption throughout the home’s microgrid.

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California Air Resources Board readopts Low Carbon Fuel Standard, adopts regulation on alternative diesel fuels

Green Car Congress

The Air Resources Board re-adopted a Low Carbon Fuel Standard ( LCFS ), which requires a 10% reduction by 2020 in the carbon intensity of transportation fuels. The program requires that transportation fuels used in California meet a baseline target for carbon intensity which is reduced each year. 95.61 [ 1 ]. 94.47 [ 4 ].

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Pepsi details how its Tesla Semi fleet is helping it reach sustainability goals

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In Sacramento, California, Pepsi is using 21 of them to help reach its sustainability goals. In a multi-year effort that aims to reduce the company’s carbon footprint, Pepsi is depending on the Semi , battery forklifts, Ford eTransit vans, and other BEVs to help operate the full logistical load at its northern California plant.

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Hyundai Motor Group unveils TIGER uncrewed ultimate mobility vehicle concept

Green Car Congress

TIGER is being developed by Hyundai Motor Group’s New Horizons Studio, headquartered in Mountain View, California. We are constantly looking at ways to rethink vehicle design and development and re-define the future of transportation and mobility. John Suh, Head of New Horizons Studio.

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Oil giant Shell partners with Penske for light-duty EV charging

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Oil and gas giant Shell has partnered with Penske Truck Leasing to launch a new joint initiative to support light-duty electric vehicle charging at Penske locations. The companies announced the partnership yesterday at the Advanced Clean Transportation Act Expo. Shell is not the first oil industry giant to venture into EV charging.

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Elevating the EV Consumer Experience: Beas Auto Sales and PlugStar Certification 

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Located in Stockton, California, Beas Auto Sales is a leading automotive dealership dedicated to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) to promote cleaner transportation vehicles. We’ve always been about more than just selling cars; we’re a piece of Stockton’s heart.

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