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BYD K8M 35' electric bus sets high scoring record in FTA bus reliability test

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BYD announced that its all-new K8M, an innovative 35-foot zero-emission public transit bus, set a high scoring record in the Federal Transit Administration Model Bus Testing Program in Altoona, Pa. All of BYD’s zero-emission buses exceed FTA Buy America requirements, incorporating more than 70% US content.

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CARB settles with American Honda Motor for $6.9M for violations of air quality regulations on small off-road engines

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) reached a settlement agreement with American Honda Motor Corporation, Inc. In 2019, CARB testing revealed several small off-road engine (SORE) products did not meet CARB evaporative emission standards. Honda) of Torrance, California for $6.9 Honda’s settlement includes a $3.9-million

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UPS deploys 100 commercial EVs in California

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These UPS electric trucks will reduce the consumption of conventional motor fuel by approximately 126,000 gallons per year. Additional benefits include reduction of carbon emissions and noise.

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Proterra to deliver 3 electric transit buses and charging station to StarMetro in Florida

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to deliver three new EcoRide zero-emission transit buses and a charging station. Chicago Transit Authority; and Fresno Area Express (FAX) in Fresno, Calif. General Motors Ventures LLC invested $6 million in Proterra earlier this year. Earlier post.) Six other urban transit agencies received similar FTA grants. .;

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Severe drought influences ozone pollution

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Ground-level ozone forms when nitrogen oxide compounds—primarily from motor vehicle emissions—react with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from natural and anthropomorphic sources. Isoprene, a VOC emitted by plants, is a significant contributor to ozone production during summer months in many locations around the world.

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California ARB witholding enforcement of LCFS post Federal Court injunction; appealing and seeking stay of injunction; Judge O’Neill’s 3 rulings

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The defendants (ARB) moved to seek summary judgment that the LCFS is an authorized control of a motor vehicle fuel that is insulated from preemption and Commerce Clause challenges. For example, an LCFS that does not contain the discriminatory components may be effective in reducing GHG emissions. —Judge O’Neill.

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California ARB to hold community meetings on coming LEV III combined tailpipe and GHG regulations

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The staff of California Air Resources Board (ARB) is in the process of developing a proposal for Board’s consideration later this year to amend California’s Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV) regulations. ARB also plans to integrate its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) requirements into this new effort. Earlier post.) 3 May 2010.