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Actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks: 1966-2019

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Specifically, this study examines actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2019. (My Calculated vehicle fuel economy is available going back to 1923. Department of Transportation were the sources of the information for 1986 through 2019. of the entire fleet of.8

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BMW deploying iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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After four years of development work, the BMW iX5 Hydrogen vehicle and its development project are entering its next phase as the first vehicles enter a pilot fleet of less than 100 vehicles. The fleet is being deployed internationally for demonstration and trial purposes.

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Outlook 2024: Is Fleet Back to Normal?

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In some segments, vehicle availability looks a lot like 2019. One thing is certain — fleets will still need to get creative in 2024. Others continue to be strained.

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Fleet of Hyundai XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks pass 1M-kilometer mark in Switzerland

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Hyundai Hydrogen Mobility’s fleet of XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks has collectively exceeded 1 million kilometers of driving in 11 months of service in Switzerland. During that time, the fleet has reduced CO 2 emissions by more than an estimated 630 tons, compared to diesel-powered vehicles. Earlier post.)

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Berlin receives 90 electric Solaris buses; BVG Solaris electric fleet totals 123

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Berlin now has a total of 123 electric Solaris buses in its fleet. In June 2019, the public transport operator from Berlin ordered 90 12-meter Urbino 12 buses. The electric Solaris-buses are equipped with, among other things, air conditioning with CO 2 heat pump, CCTV cameras and USB ports available to passengers.

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Volvo and Danfoss introduce first 24-hour e-truck fleet

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The OCEPS’ dual functionality provides 43 kW of power to charge a truck overnight (8-9 hrs) while using readily available AC power outlets. Danfoss joined the Climate Group’s EV100 initiative in 2019 and is committed to transitioning the entire company car fleet to electric vehicles by 2030 at the latest.

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Major companies with large fleets release new EV roadmap for car & truck manufacturers

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Automakers are already moving toward electric vehicles, but by establishing clear lines of communication between manufacturers and major consumers, we can accelerate that transition to the point where we’re meeting critical climate goals as well as fleets’ operational needs. Source: Ceres. Charging Location Flexibility.

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