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CARB previews ‘smog check’ for heavy-duty trucks; phase-in begins 1 Jan

Green Car Congress

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently previewed the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program (HD I/M), which is due to begin phasing in on 1 Jan 2023 ( earlier post ), at an enforcement truck event held at the Port of Los Angeles. These estimated benefits are 18 times the estimated cost of the program at $4 billion.

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A New Fund Helps IEEE HKN Student Chapters Flourish

Cars That Think

The chapters engaged in a variety of virtual and in-person activities including preuniversity functions, as well as joint activities with IEEE student branches. The first grants have been awarded to fund programs including chapter-building and visibility activities, mentoring, and alumni engagement events.

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National Drive Electric Week extends EV access

Electric Auto Association

Successful 2021 events widen scope and participation. EVHybridNoire members at the Atlanta National Drive Electric Week event. With gas prices going up and the cost of electric cars coming down, there are real economic benefits to driving electric,” said April Bolduc, EAA President. When I bought my VW ID.4,

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GreenPower just launched a new electric refrigerated delivery truck

Baua Electric

It’s a low-maintenance refrigerated delivery truck because it’s electric, significantly reducing downtime and improving fleet owners’ total cost of ownership. Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you’ll get access to unbiased Energy Advisers to help you every step of the way. billion by 2032.

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The Paris Olympics Promise to Be Stunning. The Prices Already Are.

Baua Electric

The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics promises to be spectacular: On the glittering waters of the Seine, a flotilla of barges will carry about 10,000 athletes to the foot of the Eiffel Tower, as nearly half a million spectators line the four-mile route to cheer on the event of the century. But get ready to pay up.

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BMW Group and PG&E launching ChargeForward Phase 3 pilot; V2G testing

Green Car Congress

By sharing the benefits of this optimization with drivers through incentives, smart charging also helps reduce the total cost of EV ownership, thus encouraging EV adoption. The total amount earned over the two years depends upon individual participation in charging events.

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National Drive Electric Week extends EV access

Electric Auto Association

Successful 2021 events widen scope and participation. EVHybridNoire members at the Atlanta National Drive Electric Week event. With gas prices going up and the cost of electric cars coming down, there are real economic benefits to driving electric,” said April Bolduc, EAA President. When I bought my VW ID.4,