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Plus.ai, FAW Jiefang form JV to develop self-driving trucks for China; first production-class L2 semi-autonomous truck

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specializes in developing full-stack self-driving technology to enable large scale autonomous commercial fleets. The exclusive partnership is also launching its first product, the first production-class L2 semi-autonomous truck, which is built on Plus.ai’s L4 autonomous technology stack. Silicon Valley-based Plus.ai

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Efficient Drivetrains, Shannxi Automotive reveal PHEV Class 8 cement mixer truck

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The collaboration integrates the Efficient Drivetrains EDI PowerDrive 8000 PHEV drivetrain and EDI PowerSuite vehicle control software into a Shaanxi Automotive, Class-8, 32-ton cement mixer truck. The initial vehicle is currently in final stages of integration and testing, and will be completed for field deployment in Q4 of 2017.

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Electrify America to install 30 charging stations with battery energy storage at the Port of Long Beach for drayage trucks

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Electrify America plans to install 30 electric fleet-dedicated chargers paired with battery energy storage systems (BESS) at the Port of Long Beach, California, as part of Electrify America’s $25-million “Green City” investment in the region at the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.

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Lightning Systems reaccredited under bp?s Advancing Low Carbon Program

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The Lightning Systems GM 6500XD electric Class 6 truck is zero-emission on the road. Lightning Systems designs and manufacturers zero-emission all-electric powertrains for commercial fleets—from Class 3 Ford Transit vans to Class 6 work trucks, Class 7 city buses, and Class 8 motor coaches.

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Florida-based public microtransit operator Freebee deploys Lightning Systems electric passenger vans

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Many of Freebee’s vehicles are in the low-speed electric class, but the requirement for higher passenger capacities and on-freeway operation has led Freebee to evaluate and deploy electric Transit vans. All Lightning products are available today. —Tim Reeser, CEO, Lightning Systems.

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Lightning Systems raises $41M for production ramp up of electric powertrains for commercial vehicles; round led by BP Ventures

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We are now delivering powertrains for over $25 million in orders from major fleets, propelling Lightning Systems to the position of the established premium provider of a full range of platforms for commercial vehicle fleets. All Lightning products are available today.

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

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The electrification of commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses and fleet vehicles, is gaining significant momentum globally. According to a report by Smart Energy Decisions , there were more than one million electric vehicles (EVs) in commercial and government fleets in the United States as of 2021, up from just over 300,000 in 2019.

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