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Mack Trucks introduces medium-duty Mack MD Electric; 2nd BEV in lineup

Green Car Congress

The MD Electric will complement its highly efficient, diesel-powered MD model sibling, which has experienced growing customer demand since its introduction in 2020. The regenerative braking system helps recapture energy from the multiple stops the vehicle makes each day. The MD Electric can be charged through AC or DC charging units.

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The International Energy Agency (IEA) Wants To Ban Sales Of New Gas Boilers From 2025 Onwards — Smart Thinking!

CleanTechnica EVs

The International Energy Agency (IEA) said that no new fossil fuel boilers should be sold anymore starting in 2025 if the world really wants to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, the BBC has reported. The agency published a special report and noted that this is just one of 400 steps on the road to net-zero […].

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Peterbilt Launches Model 320 Hydraulic Hybrid, Full Lineup of Natural Gas Powered Vehicles

Green Car Congress

Peterbilt also announced full production capability of natural gas powered Peterbilt truck Models 384, 365 and 320. The compressed (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) power platforms join Peterbilt’s family of SmartWay®certified on-highway vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles.

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What is Extreme E? – 1# Ultimate beginners guide to Extreme E

My Energi

Earlier this week, we announced a pioneering partnership with the Hispano Suiza Xite Energy Extreme E Team, which will see myenergi take the principal sponsorship position for 2021. Extreme E is a high intensity off-road racing championship consisting of specially designed fully electric, battery powered SUV’s. What is Extreme E? .

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Biofuel cells could power electrical gadgets

Green Cars News

Scientists are developing a way to use nature’s own power stations, mitochondria, to convert organic matter into energy. According to the BBC, scientists at St Louis University in Missouri, US have developed a prototype cell, similar to the ones our own bodies, which can convert almost anything into energy.

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Practical Power Beaming Gets Real

Cars That Think

Wires have a lot going for them when it comes to moving electric power around, but they have their drawbacks too. Wires also challenge electric utilities: These companies must take pains to boost the voltage they apply to their transmission cables to very high values to avoid dissipating most of the power along the way.

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Honda proposes wind power for Swindon plant

Green Cars News

Honda is planning to use wind turbines to power its plant in Swindon. The Japanese carmaker proposes to install two 79 metre high wind turbines between the village of South Marston and the car plant, with another two on site, the BBC reports. Working with green energy firm Ecotricity, Honda is expected to open a [.].

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