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CARB approves first emissions reduction plans for three Southern California communities

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It will also conduct quarterly idling sweeps for neighborhood truck traffic. Its role in supporting development of community emission reduction programs is to establish program guidelines, called the Community Air Protection Blueprint, and to coordinate the overall process to ensure the requirements of AB 617 are met.

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Mercedes-Benz and Bosch start San José pilot project for automated ride-hailing service; automated S-Class

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It will also help us develop guidelines for dealing with new technologies and prepare for the traffic system of the future. As a city, we want to know more about how automated vehicles can help improve safety and reduce congestion, as well as make mobility more available, sustainable, and inclusive.

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Clean Energy introduces new CleanCNG compressor

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At 75 dBA @ 3m, low operating noise is a standard feature of the CleanCNG, making it suitable for even residential neighborhood installations. Vibration measurements exceed API 618 and recommended industry guidelines. Ultra-low vibration and noise. Scalable by design.

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Tips: A Step-by-Step Guide for Sending an EV Abroad

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Come up with a list of all the shipping companies and international auto transporters in your neighborhood to narrow down your choices. Also, look for your state’s guidelines regarding their requirements before approving the shipping transaction, like the ones enforced by the state of California.

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SF Residents Disable Autonomous Vehicles With Traffic Cones

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This is being done under the auspices of solving crimes and has locals feeling a little nervous about their privacy as their neighborhoods are turned into a corporate-funded surveillance state. The reason has everything to do with their being inconvenienced.

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

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Which type of chargers you decide to install will depend on your location, the surrounding amenities, available power, budget, and any necessary guidelines you need to follow to procure funding. Select a charging station Businesses like convenience stores and truck stops have the options of either installing Level 2 EV chargers or DCFCs.

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Ryder Awarded First-of-Its-Kind Natural Gas Heavy Duty Truck Rental and Leasing Project Using $19.3M in Stimulus Funding

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Based on estimates using California’s Carl Moyer program guidelines, the project is also estimated to reduce more than 9.2 tons of diesel particulate emissions from local neighborhoods.

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