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Tesla Model Y becomes a hotel amenity thanks to ride-sharing platform Envoy

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Public car share options continue to decline, and rental options become more expensive and less available, leaving travelers with few options that are both affordable and convenient. ” The first Model Y will be available at the Mondrian South Beach in Miami, Florida. . Credit: Envoy. Envoy is available across the U.S.

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Study concludes US CAFE regulation can accelerate EV market penetration

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In a new study, a team from the University of Central Florida and MIT has found that the US Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards is an effective policy solution that does increase the adoption of EVs, whether it is implemented alone or in conjunction with another policy such as government incentives. —Sen et al.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Florida Power and Light Company. Alone, the federal government plans to purchase more than 500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) or EVs in fiscal year 2017. This will result in a significantly smaller, lighter weight, less expensive battery pack (below $100/kWh) and more affordable EVs. Con Edison. Connecticut Green Bank.

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