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Tesla’s solar neighborhood in Austin could help TX learn if renewables are viable

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The project aims to build the first Tesla Solar neighborhood, making a sustainable residential community. The Tesla Solar neighborhood was provisionally named SunHouse at Easton Park. Starting prices for homes in Easton Park are at the low-$300,000 range. and Darca on the project.

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First round of $700M in funding from $2.5B Charging and Fueling Infrastructure program opens

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The CFI Discretionary Grant Program builds on the $5-billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, for which the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) published finalized minimum standards in February. Earlier post.) The Corridor Program will provide $1.25

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Bollinger Motors unveils DELIVER-E all-electric delivery van

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Our DELIVER-E van gives commercial fleets the power to go green and save on ownership costs, while neighborhoods will benefit from a reduction in air and noise pollution. Coupled with variable wheelbase lengths, the fleet customer will have a wide array of mileage range and price options to fit their specific needs.

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Hertz launches Hertz Electrifies public-private partnership in US; bringing 25,000 EVs to Europe with Uber

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In partnership with mayors across the US, Hertz will bring its EV fleet to US cities, while supporting the build-out of charging infrastructure. A wide range of suitable EVs will be on offer, including vehicles from Tesla and Polestar. Hertz Electrifies is launching in Denver, Colorado in partnership with Mayor Michael B.

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On National Golf Cart Day (seriously), here’s 10 ways they beat cars

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In fact, these days, they’re more commonly found zipping through neighborhood streets or joy-riding around beach communities. Once powered by polluting combustion engines, these days, most golf carts use quiet and emissions-free electric motors, charging up their batteries for mere pennies and offering plenty of around-the-town range.

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Tiny Eli Zero urban EV priced at $11,990, goes up to 90 miles—slowly

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It’s taking $200 refundable deposits to secure a build slot; sales for 2024 will be limited to these reservation-holders. feet long, the aluminum two-seat Eli Zero is classified as a neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) in the U.S. It’s now 8 or 12 kwh, enough for 60 or 90 miles of range, respectively, compared to 5.8

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FHWA publishes final standards for federally funded EV charging infrastructure projects; waiver of Buy America requirements for EV chargers

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billion over five years to a full range of applicants, including cities, counties, local governments, and Tribes. Additionally, the new Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will provide $2.5 Background.

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