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13 environmental groups urge USPS to select plug-ins for next-generation delivery vehicles

Green Car Congress

Half of the prototypes would feature hybrid and new technologies, including alternative fuel capabilities, USPS said at the time. On a three-week rotating basis, the vehicles will be used over the next six months during normal delivery operations in these diverse weather environments. Environment America. Sierra Club.

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

Blink Charging

The US Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center also has a tool which compares the annual emissions of an EV versus internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle on a national or state level. In 2014, the day was expanded to a whole week and National Drive Electric Week was born. They’re safer.

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The British Motor Show – 15 reasons why it’s THE must-attend car show of 2021

My Energi

Don’t miss myenergi’s guest speakers in the Theatre located in Hall 5, with hot topics on the future of EV charging such as “How to choose your charger” each day at 15:10pm and “Electric Cars & The Environment” everyday at 16:30pm.

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Traveling Through Time, Exploring the String Theory and Hugging the Giant Sequoias

Creative Greenius

I pulled an old issue of Sierra (the magazine of the Sierra Club) from July/August 1997. The USA got the leap on everyone else with solar, wind and other fossil free energy as well as electric cars and other alternative fuel vehicles. We also found magazines ( Utne Reader anyone?) CDs and Blueray DVD movies and documentaries.

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Traveling Through Time, Exploring the String Theory and Hugging the Giant Sequoias

Creative Greenius

I pulled an old issue of Sierra (the magazine of the Sierra Club) from July/August 1997. The USA got the leap on everyone else with solar, wind and other fossil free energy as well as electric cars and other alternative fuel vehicles. We also found magazines ( Utne Reader anyone?) CDs and Blueray DVD movies and documentaries.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD

Clean Fleet Report

What we experienced were comfortable seats and easy-to-use controls in a pleasant environment. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. We welcome any feedback from vehicle owners and are dedicated to providing a forum for alternative viewpoints.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

Clean Fleet Report

The RX 450h tips the scales at 4,740 pounds, so topping the EPA estimate in a freeway-oriented driving environment is an achievement. Fuel economy reported by Clean Fleet Report represents the reviewer’s driving experience. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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