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Nissan partnering with Clean Cities-Atlanta on EVs

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(NNA) is entering into an agreement with Clean Cities-Atlanta (CC-A) to promote the development of electric vehicles and an electric-charging network. As part of the agreement, NNA and CC-A will collaborate on plans to promote a charging infrastructure for EVs, as well as the deployment, operation and maintenance of a charging network.

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Rivian chooses company for Georgia plant construction

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Rivian has selected a construction firm to build its new production facility located outside of Atlanta, Georgia. billion in tax incentives, according to a report from Atlanta Business Chronicle. Apprentices will work as maintenance technicians for Rivian during the program. Clayco Inc.

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Lyft commits to 100% EVs by 2030

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Although the upfront cost of EVs today is higher than gas-powered cars, EVs have lower fuel and maintenance costs that mean lower costs for drivers over the life of the vehicle. Last year Lyft launched hundreds of EVs onto the Lyft platform through Express Drive in Seattle, Atlanta, and Denver.

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EnviroSpark to install and upgrade EV charging stations at 38 HHHunt multifamily properties in the Southeast – Charged EVs

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As EnviroSpark CEO Aaron Luque explained to Charged in a recent interview , ongoing maintenance (or the lack thereof) has proven to be a sore point for many EV charger site hosts. EnviroSpark’s deal with HHHunt includes a comprehensive maintenance contract.

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Rivian welcomes its first class of students for technical training program

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The program was initially announced alongside the construction of Rivian’s Stanton Springs factory outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Credit: Rivian | LinkedIn Credit: Rivian | LinkedIn Credit: Rivian | LinkedIn “This is a very exciting development,” said David Stevens, Rivian Director of Maintenance.

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Aurora releases Aurora Driver Beta 2.0

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New commercial route with enhanced mapping for daily maintenance. This lane is the middle leg between Atlanta to Los Angeles, one of the busiest commercial thoroughfares in the US. Aurora Driver Beta 2.0 includes several advances that enhance its ability to operate on long-haul routes such as Fort Worth to El Paso.

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USDOT announces $84.9M through Lo-No program to expand advanced bus technologies

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The City of Tucson will receive funds to purchase electric buses with dedicated charging stations and provide maintenance and first responder training for the new technology. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority. City of Tucson. Southern California Association of Governments. Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority.

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