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Ricardo, Achates Power developing next-gen OP GCI engines for LDVs

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The project team expects that when fully developed the engine can achieve up to 20% fuel economy improvement over the baseline and can deliver an unadjusted corporate average fuel economy and combined 35 MPG, for a full-sized pickup truck, alongside diesel-like torque from a gasoline engine.

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Nikola secures $41.9M grant to fund six heavy-duty hydrogen refueling stations in So Cal

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Nikola Corporation announced that the California Transportation Commission (CTC) has awarded Nikola and sponsor California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), a $41.9-million million grant under the Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) to build six heavy-duty hydrogen refueling stations across Southern California.

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Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, and the TRATON Group to form JV to install & operate European high-performance charging network; €500M investment

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The future JV is planned to operate under its own corporate identity and be based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The future JV will be able to build on the broad experience and knowledge of its heavy-duty trucking founding partners. —Christian Levin, CEO TRATON Group.

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Electric jet company Lilium partners with Palantir

Teslarati

An electric jet startup company, Lilium, has partnered with software giant Palantir to introduce what they think is the future of mobility. The company is not only aiming for fast and sustainable transportation, but they hope the electric jet can be affordable. In total, Lilium’s website lists twelve corporate partners.

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GE joins consortium to develop Australian aviation biofuel via pyrolysis and upgrading pathway

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GE is already developing more fuel efficient jet engines within its sustainable transport portfolio; the development of biofuels is a natural extension of this, the company said. Innovation and creativity will play enormous roles as part of the transition to a low carbon future. Earlier post.).

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Tesla Model Y taxi fleet coming to NYC yellow cab industry thanks to Gravity

Teslarati

Gravity is working jointly with regulators, the state, state agencies/corporations, utility, real estate owners, and other interested parties to bring Tesla Model Y taxis to NYC. “We’ve found a pragmatic approach to sustainable transportation that’s focused on health, safety, and the passenger experience.

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Servotech bags INR 120-cr order for 1800 DC fast EV chargers from BPCL – ET Auto

Baua Electric

a leading EV Charger manufacturer in India, has bagged an order for 1800 DC fast EV chargers from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited ( BPCL ), valued at INR 120 crore. Our active support ensures the nation’s smooth transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable transportation ecosystem.

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