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Lightning eMotors introduces new generation 4 Lightning Electric Transit Class 3 Van; battery-electric and fuel cell electric variants

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The new, longer-range Lightning Electric Transit Van is the fourth generation of its battery-electric and fuel cell electric platform, based on the Ford Transit 350HD chassis. This new battery technology and other upgrades give them the range, power and features at the price they need to scale up their electric fleets.

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Tips: 3 Ways to Boost Your Vehicle’s MPG

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So you’re the proud new owner of a Honda Civic EX Sedan (42 mpg highway; 32 mpg city). We’ll explore three ways your behavior can boost your mpg, and how counterproductive behaving badly can be, from affecting your car’s future to impacting your car insurance. Not a way to help your MPG. #1 Not so fast.

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SporTran and Proterra deploy Louisiana’s first battery-electric buses in Shreveport

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SporTran, a paratransit and fixed route transit services provider, with service to Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana, has deployed the state’s first fleet of battery-electric buses in Shreveport. million on maintenance and fuel, over the lifetime of the five vehicles.

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, l/100 km, respectively) for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

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XL launches PHEV Ford F-250; 50% improvement in fuel economy

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According to its initial assessment, XL is reporting that the XLP F-250 truck will provide up to a 50% improvement in miles driven per gallon (MPG) over conventional factory units, while reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 33% during normal operation. The vehicle is on display this week at the NTEA Work Truck Show.

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Volkswagen combines XL1 powertrain with up! for the twin up! concept plug-in diesel hybrid; 214 mpg

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liters per 100 km (214 mpg US ) (NEDC), with corresponding CO 2 emissions of 27 g/km. kWh lithium-ion battery that can be charged by the TDI. The power electronics, which operate at 308V, manage the bidirectional flow of high-voltage energy between the battery and the electric motor and convert direct current to alternating current.

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In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

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Its 42-kWh battery alone has undergone more than 40 tests such as fire, collision, vibration and extrusion. Those who purchase a Rong Guang EV are entitled to a replacement subsidy of up to RMB 10,000 (US$1,400), free maintenance, three years of free road service and the free installation of charging equipment. Monza MHEVs.

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