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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

Blink Charging

Let’s look at these two annual events and what they mean for current and future electric vehicle (EV) drivers. In the EV world, there is a concept called “well to wheel emissions,” which considers fossil fuel emissions during the charging process depending on the electricity generation itself. Attend an online or in-person event.

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Where to locate public chargers?

Electric Auto Association

Electricity is ubiquitous, EVs refuelable by wind, hydro, geothermal, solar, or traditional energy sources. Level 3 DC Fast Charger (DCFC) key siting principles Level 3 DCFCs should be within one mile of FHWA designated Alternative Fuel Corridors with locations 50 miles apart to support lower range EVs.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

Driving Impressions: Hitting the Road Always in control Our driving time was spent on wet and dry pavement negotiating San Diego County highways and back country winding roads. coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fuel economy. The aerodynamic design has a 0.27

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Road Test: 2024 Subaru Solterra Touring EV

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The sleek aerodynamic roof rails can accommodate up-to 700 pounds when parked, 176 pounds when moving, so a three-person tent is a go. Along with active grille shutters, spending time in the wind tunnel paid off as the air flow is directed around, over and under in such a way to get the coefficient of drag (C d ) to a low 0.28.

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

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From the first spy photos to seeing it in person to pushing the start button, I have never been disappointed by the all-new 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe. This last mode is the first time Corvette drivers can personalize onboard settings based on their driving style. coefficient of drag (C d ) to aid slipping through the wind.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Subaru Solterra EV

Clean Fleet Report

This Flash Drive review hits the highlights of our four hours spent driving the 2023 Solterra at a recent Subaru media launch event. The sleek aerodynamic roof rails can accommodate up-to 700 pounds when parked, so that three-person tent is a go. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

When putting the S500 in drive and pulling away, you hear a distinctive click that reassures the door handles have retracted and will not be grabbing the wind as you whoosh down the road. There are also near-ear speakers in the front seats that can be personalized. Lest you forget.