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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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Four selectable EV modes allow the driver to choose when to use electric power stored in the battery and when to recharge the battery using the range extender to optimise use of both energy sources. Ford recently announced that a new all-electric Ford Transit will join the company’s European line-up of electrified commercial vehicles in 2021.

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Pompano Beach add Mack electric garbage truck to fleet

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The streets of Pompano Beach, Florida will be cleaner and quieter than ever starting this week, thanks to a new, all-electric Mack LR waste truck that was delivered last week! At that speed, Mack claims the truck can be fully recharged in under two hours. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Volvo and CATL have big plans for old EV batteries

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In fact, Volvo’s last diesel-powered car rolled off the production line last month as the automaker looks toward a cleaner future. Volvo C40 (right) and XC40 (left) Recharge EVs (Source: Volvo) According to Volvo, CATL will then use the materials to make new EV batteries that will be used to power its new electric cars.

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Komatsu 3 ton electric mini excavator set for European debut in Paris

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The PC33E-6 is said to deliver exceptional performance with class-leading features that will make job sites cleaner, quieter, and safer. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. The post Komatsu 3 ton electric mini excavator set for European debut in Paris appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. kW (approx.

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BRANDED CONTENT: Eliminating the worries of battery charging with smart solutions | Autocar Professional

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With this technology, users can swap depleted batteries for fully charged ones in a matter of minutes, eliminating the need to wait for hours for a recharge. By introducing electric two and three-wheelers equipped with battery swap technology, Tritan aims to provide a cost [1] effective and convenient alternative to traditional charging.

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ICCT/TNO study: Real-world vehicle fuel consumption discrepancy widens to 42% in Europe

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For example, manufacturers can decide to specially prepare the vehicle’s tires for testing or to fully recharge the vehicle’s battery before testing—measures that are not forbidden by regulation, but at the same time are not representative of real-world driving. United Kingdom), km77.com com (Spain); and the car club TCS (Switzerland).

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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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