Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The City of Indianapolis will upgrade 425 non-police-pursuit sedans in its muncipal fleet to plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles by early 2016, cut the size of the fleet by 100 vehicles, and save $8.7 million over ten years. The Indy fleet would be the largest municipal fleet of electrified vehicles in the US.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

A new report from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) reviews the major advantages and disadvantages associated with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs). For current gasoline-powered ICE vehicles at an average fuel economy of 23.3 mp and a fuel price of $2.35

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San Diego Fuel District of Columbia Gasoline-Electric 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 26, 2018

—Scott Phillippi, UPS senior director of maintenance and engineering, international operations. The UPS cargo eBike is equipped with a battery-powered electric motor that can travel longer distances than traditional bikes, carry substantial loads and navigate hills and other terrain.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The findings from this vehicle LCA study , the production of which was led by Ricardo and funded by the European Commission, DG Climate Action, confirm the significant environmental benefits of electrified powertrains (particularly of battery electric vehicles) for all of the road vehicle types assessed.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2020

Funded through the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), projects will conduct research in advanced batteries, electrification, and manufacturing in support of DOE’s Energy Storage Grand Challenge. Area of Interest (AOI) 01a: Lithium Ion Batteries using Silicon-based Anodes-Research.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2013

found that the city’s LEAFs will cost 41% less to own and operate than gasoline-powered vehicles. We project that electric vehicles will save the city $110,000 per year in reduced fuel and maintenance, costs that we would otherwise have to spend on gas-powered vehicles. A similar study examining Loveland, Colo.

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Houston Fleet Tax Credit Plug-in 312

Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2018

France-based global energy and services group ENGIE has launched a fleet of 50 hydrogen-powered Renault Kangoo Z.E. utility vehicles ( earlier post ), recently made available for long-term rental through Alphabet, a leader in mobility solutions for companies, and inaugurated the first alternative multi-fuel station in France to fuel them.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2022

Powered by Zeti’s ZERO, Breathe provides a complete VaaS subscription solution to drivers including offering insurance, maintenance and tire replacements. Eligible projects for MEEF include e-mobility, EV charging, alternative fuel stations and hydrogen fuel cells.

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London Vehicles Gasoline-Electric Fleet 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2012

Odyne’s hybrid technology combines electric power conversion, power control and energy storage technology with Remy electric propulsion motors, modular Johnson Controls lithium-ion battery systems and other automotive-quality components. The trucks are used for construction and maintenance of the Marshfield utility grid.

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Blink Charging

APRIL 4, 2023

Thanks to new tax credits for EVs and EV charging stations as well as lower fuel and maintenance costs for EVs, fleet managers can now save money while setting an example for other organizations. In addition to electrifying your fleet, you can also use Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit to save money on charging infrastructure.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2014

The LoNo Program provides funding for transit agencies for capital acquisitions and leases of zero emission and low-emission transit buses, including acquisition, construction, and leasing of required supporting facilities such as recharging, refueling, and maintenance facilities. A hydrogen fuel-cell bus qualifies as a zero-emission bus.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2016

The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however. The updated trucks, which were originally purchased in September 2015, deliver up to four times the fuel economy of a gasoline-powered vehicle, UPS said. It first added battery-electric power to the GM Sky two-seat roadster. Workhorse and AMP Electric Vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2018

Other improvements will include: Electric Assist Power Steering: A new power steering system will make vehicles easier to maneuver for Operators, while reducing fatigue and enhancing customer safety. The fleet enhancements are part of a larger series of strategic improvements we will roll out over the next 12-18 months.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced $55 million in grant selections through the Low or No Emission (Low-No) Vehicle program, which funds the development of transit buses and infrastructure that use advanced fuel technologies. million for hydrogen fuel cell buses. FY2017 Low-No projects.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 20, 2024

Hedging its bets, the industry is exploring ammonia, batteries, and hydrogen, among other options for powering ships. Nuclear-powered ships can go years without refueling. A large merchant ship, capable of carrying thousands of containers, could be powered by two (or more) 30-megawatt reactors. Why nuclear-powered ships?

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

Hydrogen fuel-cell and battery-electric buses qualify as zero-emission. A low emission bus is defined as any transit bus that is powered by an engine that produces lower non-methane hydrocarbons (NMHC) and NO x than are legally permitted under EPA’s engine standards.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2023

Smooth Acceleration and Efficient Performance The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is powered by Toyota’s fifth generation hybrid system. Power is directed via an electronically continuously variable automatic transmission (eCVT) with paddle shifters, driving all four wheels with three driving modes of Eco, Power and EV.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2024

Power and Range There are three ZDX configurations, each with their own all-electric driving range (AER.) The AWD ZDX Type S, weighing-in at 6,052 pounds, is planted solidly to the ground with the batteries placed below the floor to deliver a low center of gravity and 50:50 weight distribution.

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Acura All-Electric SUV Miles 83

Green Car Congress

MARCH 25, 2010

The bus developed under the National Fuel Cell Bus Program will use an FCvelocity-HD6 fuel cell power module supplied by Ballard Power Systems, combined with BAE Systems series hybrid electric drive and power management systems to propel a 40-foot transit bus. The bus is scheduled for delivery in December 2011.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The entrypoint to the Lexus world Hybrid Efficiency The 2023 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is charged when applying the brakes or coasting. Your numbers may differ.

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Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 75

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2013

The US Department of Energy (DOE) will award up to $9 million in new funding ( DE-FOA-0000828 ) to accelerate the development of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in four topic areas: fuel-cell hybrid medium-duty trucks; advanced hydrogen refueling components; backup power systems; and hydrogen meters. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

SuperTruck II builds on the successful SuperTruck I program, which has already led to more than twenty fuel saving technologies that have reached the commercial market, said Acting Assistant Secretary David Friedman. Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. The Department of the Army is contributing an additional $2.2 Description.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

If you’re working on increasing fuel efficiency or you already have an alternative fuel vehicle, you can lessen your carbon footprint by taking advantage of green car care, repair and insurance. We’ll show you how to minimize your carbon footprint from the vehicle you drive in its care, repairs and maintenance.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

The Vehicle Technologies funding is targeted at a wide range of research, development, and demonstration projects that aim to reduce the price and improve the efficiency of plug-in electric, alternative fuel, and conventional vehicles. Area of Interest (AOI) 1: Wide Bandgap (WBG) Power Module R&D – Integrated Power Modules.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2016

ARB has defined this certified Near Zero NO x emission level as equivalent to a 100% battery truck using electricity from a modern combined cycle natural gas power plant. LNG derived from biomethane is a low carbon fuel, which, under some conditions, offers a carbon intensity (CI) equal to or lower than that of electricity.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Polestar 2 Single and Dual Motor A Major Update with More Power and Range Polestar recently invited the automotive media to get behind the wheel of its revised Polestar 2 single and dual motor sedan, what Polestar says is a “5-door electric performance fastback.” For brevity, we will stick with sedan. seconds. -ft.),

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 16, 2022

This Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) still has all the off-road ability of a non-electrified Grand Cherokee, but when the battery has a charge does so in complete silence. The Grand Cherokee 4xe, pronounced (Four-By-E) is powered by two electric motors and a 2.0-liter The gas-powered side of the 4xe.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Volvo has flipped its usual script with the 2023 XC60 Recharge plug-in hybrid, but it hasn’t sacrificed any of the benefits of owning a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV), which is the perfect bridge between a gasoline and electric power. There are driver selectable drive modes–Hybrid, Power, Off-road, Constant AWD and Pure (Electric).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

billion over the FY 2015 Enacted level, to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear weapons stockpile in the absence of nuclear testing and manage the research, development, and production activities and associated infrastructure maintenance and modernization needed to meet national nuclear security requirements. Bioenergy Technologies.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

Starting in 2025 they will have no new internal combustion engine models, then by 2030 will only sell battery-powered cars and SUVs. kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery. Additional charging is also through powerful motor regeneration. The GV60 also has Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) where power, maximum 1.9

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2010

million in 21 alternative fuel projects in the state. Awards include (ranked by amount): PHL Taxi Management LLC —$900,000 – to purchase and deploy 50 new CNG taxis in Philadelphia that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and to build a publicly accessible CNG fueling station in the city.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 11, 2012

will receive $2,325,954 to demonstrate battery-electric medium-duty trucks. Electric Power Research Institute , based in Palo Alto, will receive $964,210 to retrofit five existing heavy-duty diesel work trucks with a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle powertrain system. Electricore Inc. Electricore Inc.,

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has taken delivery of its first heavy-duty battery-electric vehicle, marking a step in the airport’s transition to a fully electric fleet. The Nikola Tre BEV has a range of up to 330 miles on a single charge of its 733 kWh battery pack, and will use a new 75kW DC charging station being installed at LAX.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

The all-wheel drive 2022 Lexus RX 450h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Synergy Drive, a parallel hybrid system. In the parallel hybrid system the electric motor can power the car by itself, the gas engine can power the car by itself or they can power the car together. Hybrid Sophistication. Refined dual motivation.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The more powerful Hybrid Max, only available in the Platinum model, is a turbocharged 2.4-liter Both hybrid systems have front and rear electric motors with the Max having more power and torque; both run on 87 octane. As the power, torque and transmissions indicate, the Hybrid Max does 0-60 mph runs in 5.7 All models get a 12.3-inch

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Toyota Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 83

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

To further cost-reduction through the use of common parts, the new Citaro FuelCELL-Hybrid bus is powered by two fuel cell systems of the same type used in the B-Class F-CELL. The operating range of the fuel cell bus is around 250 kilometers (155 miles).

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Fuel Hydrogen Mercedes Lithium Ion 210

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The 2022 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter liter gasoline-powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with twin electric motors for a total system 181 horse power. A powerful, efficient drivetrain. The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is charged when applying the brakes or coasting.

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Lexus Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 78