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Study finds behavior-influencing policies remain critical for mass market success of low-carbon vehicles

Green Car Congress

Policies to entice consumers away from fossil-fuel powered vehicles and normalize low carbon, alternative-fuel alternatives, such as electric vehicles, are vital if the world is to significantly reduce transport sector carbon pure-emissions, according to a new study.

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UPS-led SEUL consortium switches on smart-grid fleet charging solution in London; maxing out on EVs without expensive grid upgrades

Green Car Congress

A UPS-led consortium has deployed new smart-grid charging technology in London that overcomes the challenge of simultaneously recharging an entire fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) without the need for the expensive upgrade to the power supply grid. SEUL is a two-year project that commenced in April 2017. in 2016.

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What’s the State of Hydrogen Vehicles in 2022?

Clean Fleet Report

A Look at the Lightest Alternative Fuel. Other companies, led by Toyota and Honda, focused on fuel cell vehicles that converted hydrogen to electricity on board so were essentially electric vehicles. In 2022, consumers have multiple choices for alternative-fuel vehicles. Flash Drive: 2020 Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell.

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

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. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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DOE Funds PHEVs

Plug In Partners

This research aims to find solutions to improving battery performance so vehicles can deliver up to 40 miles of electric range without recharging. President Bush is committed to developing alternative fuels and energy-saving innovations for an improved and diversified array of vehicle technologies,” Energy Secretary Samuel W.

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Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. But the landscape has changed since 2017 as the 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan is now a hybrid. So driving around town, stuck in stop-and-go rush hour highway traffic, or coasting down hills recharges the battery.

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Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

Clean Fleet Report

The Other Kia Niro Options: Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid FE. Road Test: 2021 Volvo SC90 Recharge PHEV. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. See image gallery at cleanfleetreport.com ]. Related Stories You Might Enjoy—. Road Test: 2020 Kia Niro EV.

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