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UC Davis buys 6 NFI electric Xcelsior CHARGE buses using California state contract

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Unitrans has pursued alternative fuels for nearly a decade, a strategy accelerated by the California Air Resources Board’s adoption of the Innovative Clean Transit regulation in 2018, which mandates the state’s public transit agencies to transition to 100% zero-emission bus fleets by 2040.

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How Corporations Can Help the U.S. Reach its EV Goals

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As of 2017 , commuting to and from work accounted for 30 percent of all miles of passenger travel driven at the local level in the U.S. Many are beginning to convert their fleet vehicles, acknowledging their role in climate change. But this ignores the vital role businesses can―and will need to―play in the process.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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The second generation 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid continues what Kia started in 2017 when the Niro Hybrid debuted. Kia has a clever design to go between the dual-zone climate controls and infotainment controls. So make sure to compare carefully the features and efficiency to determine which hybrid compact SUV to buy.

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Calif. Energy Commission to award more than $44M for hydrogen refueling and alternative fuel vehicle projects

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In two packages of awards, the California Energy Commission approved more than $44 million to expand the hydrogen fueling infrastructure and increase the number of alter alternative fuel vehicles on the road in the state. Expanding hydrogen fueling stations in California. Alternative fuel vehicles awards.

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Citi report finds meeting higher CAFE/GHG standards likely to bring higher profits for all automakers, nearly $2.5 billion in extra profits for Detroit Three

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The report, “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications,” evaluates the impact that meeting the proposed fuel economy/GHG standards would have on the car industry in the year 2020. mpg fuel economy and 163 grams of CO 2 per mile by 2025 (equivalent to 54.5 Role of alternative fuel vehicles.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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For most people this is more than they drive dally, which means they will rarely be stopping to buy gasoline. Big thanks to Kia designers for the knobs and wheels to control the radio and dual-zone automatic climate control. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro FE Hybrid. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid. A quiet runner.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. The hatchback secret–super storage Kia has a clever design that switches between the dual-zone climate controls and infotainment controls.

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