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Toyota moves closer to production with next-generation fuel cell technology for heavy-duty trucks; new Mirai system

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and Long Beach is an important driver of this program. Converting the drayage trucks that currently serve these ports to electric drivetrains would move us closer to that goal. Both of these zero-emissions trucks will be used for drayage operations in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

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Stäubli, SSA Marine and Tritium team to create largest automated electric vehicle charging port program in US

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Stäubli Electrical Connectors, a leading manufacturer of electrical connector solutions, has signed an agreement with SSA Marine to provide automatic charging stations for 33 terminal tractors at the Port of Long Beach. This project will create the largest automated electric vehicle charging program of any port in the United States.

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SwRI develops device to test friction, wear associated with EV fluids

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Traditional fluid testing tools, however, were not developed to effectively analyze lubricant properties in electrified environments. An inverter takes the direct current (DC) voltage input from the batteries and converts it to the AC power required to operate the vehicle’s motor. That extends to tribology testing as well.

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Mercedes Charts Electric Course for Vans, Bringing Luxocruisers Stateside

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This differs from converted Sprinter vans, some of which have sumptuous interiors but retain the underpinnings of a utilitarian machine designed to move cargo. On certain roads, this is evident.& Specifics on the VAN.EA platform will appear closer to its expected introduction in 2026.

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Leyden Energy providing Li-ion cells with imide electrolyte for electric Dream Car

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Li-ion battery manufacturer Leyden Energy provided its high energy-density, high-performance Li-ion battery cells for SSI Racing’s electric Dream Car at the annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. It can be operated in environments with temperatures ranging from -20°C to 60°C and relative humidity levels up to 95%.

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Electrified Blondes in Convertibles For Everyone!

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Otherwise you’ll just be buying a dinosaur that you’ll have to pay to convert or dispose of. It’s going to change the world of our Los Angeles and Long Beach ports. The Plug-Ins are coming and you should wait till they get here before buying your next new car. One voice really can change the world.

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Greenius On The Scene: Plug-In 2009

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Here’s a few shots from yesterday first full day of the Plug-In 2009 conference in Long Beach, California. I’d like a set to convert my 1997 del Sol to an EV. . I’ll be back there today for more Greenius coverage to be published later this week.

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