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Tesla Semi Megacharger route still plausible despite Biden admin rejection: report

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With a public Megacharger network in place, the Tesla Semi could transport goods over distances that far exceed its 500-mile range. The planned Megachargers for the Tesla Semi would effectively make the Class 8 all-electric truck a true long-hauler. The initiative is aimed at creating a “hydrogen corridor from southern California to Texas.”

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More of us work from home, but for those who do not, commuting time has increased

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in Austin to 3.6% in Fort Worth. Michael Sivak is the managing director of Sivak Applied Research and the former director of Sustainable Worldwide Transportation at the University of Michigan. The percentage increased both for the United States (from 4.4% in 2012 to 5.2% —from 8.8%

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The Boring Company in talks with North Central TX Council of Gov’ts for potential projects

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According to NCTCOG spokesperson Brian Wilson, there are plans for TBC “to bring this draft process to the regional transportation council this summer.” In August 2021, there were reports that TBC proposed tunnels in Austin and San Antonio. The Boring Company starts hiring ramp in TX and Vegas to beat Gary the Snail.

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Texas Automated Vehicle Proving Ground Partnership forms; applying for national designation

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Cities and regions across Texas are partnering with the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI), the University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Transportation Research (CTR), and Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) to form the Texas Automated Vehicle (AV) Proving Ground Partnership.

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CleanFUEL USA and Ferrellgas Working Together on Propane Refueling Network in US

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Dallas-Fort Worth is the first metro area CleanFUEL USA and Ferrellgas are jointly targeting to develop 8-10 propane refueling stations. Ferrellgas will support the station rollouts in 11 cities as the designated fuel partner. Tony Dale, Ferrellgas national director of engine fuels/Autogas.

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No Eclipse Plans? Try These Last-Minute Strategies.

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The highest demand so far has come in places like Dallas and Austin, Texas, as well as Cleveland and Indianapolis. But don’t forget that you may need some sort of ground transportation, so look for packages that include it. and Montreal. But even in cities with more available rooms, you’ll still most likely have to pay a premium. “I

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Obama outlines plans for high-speed rail system

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It is noted that rail is among the cleanest and most energy efficient passenger transportation modes and a network using new diesel or electric power can further enhance its advantages. South Central Corridor (Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Little Rock).

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