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Keolis launches a new 5G autonomous electric vehicle trial in Stockholm

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The pilot project at Djurgården explores how a system with 5G-connected vehicles, which are monitored by a control tower remotely, can facilitate the safe introduction of self-driving electric buses in more complex and demanding urban areas. Telia is providing 5G connectivity in collaboration with Ericsson.

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Zipcar introduces Honda Fit EV into UC Davis West Village fleet

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Zipcar was the first car-sharing company in the United States to introduce electric vehicles, starting in Boston in 2002, and the first to offer hybrid vehicles through a partnership with Honda in Seattle in 2003. Honda’s 2014 Fit EV, based on the popular five-passenger Fit, is rated at a combined fuel economy of 118 MPGe.

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Honda includes stop-start system in new 2016 Honda Pilot for improved fuel economy, new 9-speed

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Honda, which first introduced a VCM system on the 2003 Inspire (an luxury Accord derivative introduced in Japan), first applied a VCM system to the Pilot in MY 2009. The new Pilot offers five USB ports, four that provide better recharging with 2.5-amp This contributes to improved fuel economy.

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October '06 - CARB Takes Testimony on Electrics; LA Takes Action on RAV4 EVs

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Because he also dusted off Toyota’s disingenuous presentation about the effort made to sell RAV4 EVs from the infamous ZEV Meeting in 2003, he seems to be suggesting Toyota wants to take neither path offered by CARB to meet true Zero Emission Vehicle requirements. The return to Toyota of the EV fleet is on hold for the moment.

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Best speakers ever

Electric Auto Association

Founding EVA chapter connects with entrepreneurial stars. He was pontificating on an all-electric composite Hypercar using rechargeable batteries back in 2000. He has a lot of credits to his name, including recommending the double-paned windows on New York’s Empire State Building. He’s been way ahead of his time.”

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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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It has a liquid cooling system, offers a maximum usable capacity of 5 kWh and can be recharged from a conventional 110 volt power outlet, at a BMW i charging station, or at a public EV charging station. When power demands allow, the high-voltage battery is recharged by the electric motor. Click to enlarge.

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Toyota RAV4 EV key for meeting California ZEV requirements; Tesla powertrain uses Model S components

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The system recovers the energy and converts it to electrical energy, which recharges the battery and extends driving range. The RAV4 EV’s gauge system includes a “turtle light”, or reduced power indicator, which Toyota last used on its 2001-2003 first-generation (North America) Prius. The vehicle slows down while energy is captured.

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