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Automakers meet Oklahoma Governor and state procurement experts to explore RFP for CNG vehicles for state fleets

Green Car Congress

Representatives from automakers are meeting with Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin and procurement experts to ask questions surrounding a recently issued multi-state request for proposal (RFP) for affordable and functional compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles for use in state automobile fleets. The objective behind our efforts is simple.

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Tesla Police Cruiser fleet rejected by department despite numerous success stories

Teslarati

In 2018, mass-market and affordable EVs were few and far between: the Chevrolet Bolt EV was the United States’ most-popular electric car. Officers are stating that they are not fully convinced of the availability and “readiness” of EVs, and are leaning more toward the Ford K8 Hybrid SUV.

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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

Green Car Congress

Promote electric vehicle adoption by increasing access to charging infrastructure and supporting the development of plug-in electric vehicles that are as accessible, available, and convenient as gasoline-powered vehicles. Connecticut Green Bank. Berkshire Hathaway Energy. California Air Resources Board. ChargePoint. Consumers Energy.

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EV Chargers for All!

Cars That Think

One was affordability. Harry decided to forego buying an EV, but he remains open to purchasing one if both the affordability and charging issues are better addressed. “I And if they make an EV purchase, they often regret it. Two obstacles stood in his way. The other challenge was where to charge the EV. households.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

Green Car Congress

The hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle re-fuels in 3–5 minutes, travels up to 300 miles (482 km) on a full tank, and will be available to customers in California beginning in fall 2015. With combined state and federal incentives of $13,000 available to many customers, the purchase price could potentially fall to below $45,000.

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