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LG opens its first EV charging equipment factory in the U.S.

Teslarati

The news also came alongside a ribbon-cutting event featuring LG executives, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, and other local officials. billion cathode plant in Tennessee , set to begin production of cathode materials used in EV batteries in 2026. EV charger assembly will at first take up roughly 60,000 sq.

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Video Test: 6 EVs Tested—Back-to-Back

Clean Fleet Report

The 2022 event presented a wide range of more than 30 new vehicles to drive in 30-minute routes that gave writers a taste of the performance, comfort and technology featured in today’s top rides. They all are excellent for the environment, being fully electric, and require less maintenance than gas-burning vehicles. RANGE: 301 miles.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Acura ZDX Type S

Clean Fleet Report

A-Spec RWD $65,850 A-Spec AWD $69,850 Type S AWD $74,850 Type S AWD $75,850* (*With the Performance Wheel and Tire Package) The ZDX is built in Spring Hill, Tennessee, meaning it will qualify for federal and state tax credits. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

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Why the Next Microgrids Will Be Well Connected

Cars That Think

Maria was not an isolated event—since it struck, eight major storms have either hit the island directly or passed close enough to have caused flooding or power losses. The pharmacy, hardware store, bakery, and barbershop are connected to the Adjuntas microgrids, and in extreme events, they will continue to serve the community.

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

Green Car Congress

At an event at its Salt Lake City headquarters last week, startup Nikola Motor Company (NMC) unveiled the first public prototype of its Nikola One Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell range-extended electric truck, as well as renderings of the Nikola Two Class 8 day cab version. The LowLube technology reduces customer maintenance time and costs.

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Flash Drive: 2021 Volkswagen ID4 AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Scheduled Maintenance – Two years/20,000 miles. Volkswagen’s Chattanooga, Tennessee factory has begun production, and soon will be sending ID4 RWD and ID4 AWD models to dealers in Mexico, America and Canada starting next summer. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Volkswagen ID4

Clean Fleet Report

Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive the 2023 ID4 AWD Pro S from Nashville to Chattanooga, Tennessee. High Voltage Battery – Eight years/100,000 miles Scheduled Maintenance – Two years/20,000 miles Roadside Assistance – Three years/36,000 miles Corrosion Perforation – Seven years/100,000 miles.