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Why Schools Should Electrify Their Bus Fleets

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While electric school buses cost more than diesel buses to purchase, the savings in fuel and maintenance costs even out over the lifetime of the bus. In fact, one study found that EV fleet managers could enjoy 75% reduction in maintenance costs after electrifying their fleet! Ready to get started?

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

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Major factors driving this growth include declining battery costs leading to more affordable EVs, expanded charging infrastructure, government incentives and standards, and corporate sustainability initiatives. Lower Total Cost of Ownership Driving Adoption The shift toward EVs is also influencing ownership costs.

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OptiFuel finalizing $2.6M DOE grant to demonstrate RNG hybrid line-haul locomotive

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The program will demonstrate that a suite of commercially available, EPA-rail-certified engines present a near-term, low-risk solution to create an affordable RNG hybrid line-haul locomotive with near zero emissions while simultaneously improving fuel cost by 50%. More than 122 million people (nearly 40% of the U.S.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. The RX 450h tips the scales at 4,740 pounds, so topping the EPA estimate in a freeway-oriented driving environment is an achievement. Recognized and known for affordable luxury, the RX 450h continues to impress. Observations: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited AWD

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The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 37 mpg city/36 highway/37 combined. Complimentary Maintenance – Three years/36,000 miles. Style, affordable & fuel economy. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Smooth running. Any questions?

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DOE to award $55.8M for advanced vehicle technologies; $35M for fuel cell and hydrogen

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The new FOA supports the President’s EV Everywhere Grand Challenge, which seeks to make the United States the first country to produce a wide array of plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) models (including plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles) by 2022 that are as affordable and convenient as current gasoline powered vehicles we drive today.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

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New Sporty Look for the Affordable 50 MPG Midsize Sedan. The undetectable and seamless transitions give the Camry Hybrid XSE EPA-rated fuel economy of 44 mpg city/47 highway with a combined of 46 mpg. Maintenance Plan – Two years/25,000 miles. Topping out at more than 50 MPG. Powertrain – Five years/60,000 miles.