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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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General Motors has launched a new business, BrightDrop , which will offer an ecosystem of electric first-to-last-mile products, software and services to empower delivery and logistics companies to move goods more efficiently. Peak charge rate of up to 170 miles of EV range per hour via 120kW DC fast charging. Future concepts.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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Many fleet owners and operators are interested in reducing operational and maintenance costs with electric vehicles (EVs), but they worry about vehicle safety. That is why many governments have mandated that EVs are fitted with low-speed noise emitters, including the United States, Canada, and the European Union.

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Nikola Motor unveils prototype Class 8 fuel cell range-extended electric truck, plans for H2 fueling network

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The company also announced its plan for a network of 364 hydrogen fueling stations across the US and Canada (Nikola is bundling fuel with the truck), and unveiled a 107 kWh battery pack for the Nikola Zero UTV along with a business plan to sell packs to OEMs. The LowLube technology reduces customer maintenance time and costs.

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Federal-Mogul electrical brushless diesel fuel pump offers enhanced durability and improved fuel economy

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With electronic commutation to drive the DC motor, the non-contact technology is more durable than a conventional pump even when mounted directly on the engine. Canada diesel: > 2,000 hours. > 1 million miles in fleet testing. Operating durability testing. S15 ULSD: > 10,000 hours. Aviation JP fuel: > 2,000 hours.

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GE’s Evolution Series Locomotive Delivers 6% Fuel Advantage Over Competitor

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The new model delivers significant performance improvement over existing DC-powered locomotives in three key areas: Better environmental performance. Compared to older DC locomotives, Model ES44C4 uses up to 17% less fuel and reduces emissions by approximately 70%. Greater reliability.

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5 Electric Car Checks for a Hassle-Free Holiday

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You are about to leave the driveway, and your maintenance light pops on at that exact moment. Hundreds of DC chargers and thousands of Level 2 charging units dot the interstate, usually spaced out by 25 to 50 miles. Canada or Mexico. With a passport, you can travel internationally to countries outside the U.S.,

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Flash Drive: 2023 Volkswagen ID4

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of torque RWD 62 kWh battery 209 mile driving range. of torque RWD 82 kWh battery 275 mile driving range. of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 255 mile driving range. 120V (Level 1) – Two miles of range added per hour. hours for the 62 kWh battery 480V DC Fast Charging – To 80% in 30 minutes or less.