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T&G Asks, “Where Are The Affordable Electric Cars?”

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Transport & Environment claims European automakers are prioritizing expensive cars at the expense of affordable electric cars. The post T&G Asks, “Where Are The Affordable Electric Cars?” ” appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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DOE, DOT, HUD and EPA release blueprint to decarbonize US transportation sector

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Four Federal agencies released the US National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization. Improve efficiency by expanding affordable, accessible, efficient, and reliable options like public transportation and rail, and improving the efficiency of all vehicles. Summary of transportation decarbonization strategies.

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Forth and Mobility Development partner to launch national EV carsharing program; affordable model for underserved communities

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Forth and Mobility Development Group are creating a national partnership to launch the Affordable Mobility Platform (AMP), which will establish electric vehicle (EV) carsharing based at affordable housing sites in at least five states over the next two years. —Jeff Allen, Executive Director of Forth.

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Carmakers Failing to Deliver Affordable Electric Cars, Holding Back EV Adoption — Analysis

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Only 17% of electric cars sold are in the more affordable “B” segment — compared to 37% of new combustion. continued] The post Carmakers Failing to Deliver Affordable Electric Cars, Holding Back EV Adoption — Analysis appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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ASX and Spirit AeroSystems partner to develop affordable eVTOL aircraft for mass production

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Airspace Experience Technologies ( ASX ), an aviation technology start-up, and Spirit AeroSystems, a global aircraft design and manufacturing company, have signed a memorandum of understanding and a definitive agreement to cooperate on creation of affordable, certified all-electric, vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

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Will US Automakers Build Affordable Electric Cars Before China Does?

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The post Will US Automakers Build Affordable Electric Cars Before China Does? The push to make less expensive electric cars for American drivers is spurring intense competition to lower manufacturing costs. appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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DOE, DOT collaborate to improve public transportation efficiency and effectiveness using data and technology

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VTO’s Energy Efficiency Mobility Systems (EEMS) program conducts system-level research to improve mobility, affordability, and energy efficiency at the transportation system level. FTA improves public transportation for America’s communities through policy innovation, funding, technical assistance, and oversight.