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California Energy Commission awards more than $35M for green transportation in California

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The California Energy Commission unanimously approved funding of $35,031,310 to projects that will accelerate the development of green fuels and technology in California. These awards are provided through the Energy Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program.

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UK Announces New 30M Fund for Low Carbon Transport

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million) in a second round of the Green Bus Fund Competition to buy new low carbon buses. This is an extension to original Green Bus Fund Competition which is delivering around 350 low carbon buses in England. These technologies have the potential to reduce carbon emissions in real-world applications at low cost.

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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

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The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors. Expanding the EV fleet.

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California Energy Commission awards more than $5.5M for green transportation projects and $1.8M for 20 energy research projects

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Buy-down incentives totaling $560,000 were approved for 35 alternative-fuel propane vehicles. These incentives help to pay the difference between alternative-fuel vehicles and conventional vehicles. The tool will increase the efficiency and lower costs of solar photovoltaic systems. Tour Engine, Inc. ,

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Road Test: 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage SE Hatchback

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The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. Every car, SUV and truck is designed and built for a reason, and buying one to not do what it was intended to do is wrong in so many ways. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. It’s small, but it has a place.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Technology upgrades like Full Self Driving remain available to buy, but are not delivered via an over-the-air update. The Leaf has increased its range, looks and functionality since its introduction and remains a key affordable EV choice while used Leafs offer a low-cost EV alternative. There’s a new badge in town.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix.

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