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ICCT report quantifies emissions benefits if 12 states & DC adopt slate of California medium- and heavy-duty vehicle regulations

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The ICCT defined six scenarios for analysis: Business as Usual (reflecting current Federal programs only, and non-implementation of the GHG Phase 2 trailer requirements). Cumulative emissions avoided with 2025 implementation of ACT, HDV Omnibus, and CA Phase II GHG tractor-trailer standards (All EV Scenario).

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Your Guide to Electric-Vehicle Charging-Station Tax Credits

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Installing electric-vehicle (EV) charging stations on your property can benefit your business in many ways — from attracting customers to luring top talent. And thanks to a variety of tax credits and incentive programs, the barrier to entry may be lower than you think. Here are some answers to a few common questions.

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

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While it’s great news that electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular in the United States, it does pose a unique issue: EV sales are now outpacing EV charging infrastructure. of the total light-duty vehicle market in 2021! There are now over 3 million total electric cars on the roads today.

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How Truck Stops and Convenience Stores Can Benefit from Holiday EV Travel

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Electric vehicle ownership is increasing, and that means more EVs on the road and more demand for charging services. What do the placement of electric vehicle charging stations mean for truck stops and roadside convenience store owners? The American Automobile Association (AAA) predicts that 115.2

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Biden Administration turns to Tesla for help on renewable fuel policy reform

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The updated policy is expected to include benefits for electric vehicles from the United States’ renewable fuel subsidies. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program. The RFS is a federal program that requires transportation fuel sold in the United States to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuels.

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Washington selects AeroVironment to install fast-charger network along I5 and US2

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The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has selected AeroVironment to manufacture, supply, install and operate a network of nine fast-charging stations for electric vehicles along Interstate 5 and US 2. 30, and will power an electric vehicle from zero to fully charged in less than 30 minutes.

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Auto Industry and Utilities Urge President Obama to Create to National Electric Fuel Task Force to Accelerate Plug-in Adoption

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Organizations representing auto manufacturers, electric utilities and the electric drive industry are calling on President Obama to establish a new National Electric Fuel Task Force to help accelerate the adoption of plug-in electric vehicles and the necessary infrastructure.

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