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SafeAI builds first-ever electric, autonomous Caterpillar haul truck conversion

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And they can do so, the companies claim, in a way that’s more affordable and environmentally friendly than buying new electric equipment. Lowering the initial cost barrier to electrification is just one of the project’s goals, however.

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Tesla will build Nevada’s largest Supercharging Station at Primm Valley Resort

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Tesla will build Nevada’s largest Supercharging Station at the Primm Valley Resort just south of the Las Vegas Strip, according to Clark County permits. Tesla has several large-scale Supercharger locations in Nevada, especially in Las Vegas. The project has a cost of $277,441.00, the permits state.

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The Boring Company’s skeptics need to calm down about the LVCC Loop

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The Boring Company’s Las Vegas Convention Center Loop has been completed, and as with every other project from Elon Musk, the initiative has attracted a barrage of criticism from skeptics, some of whom have ridiculed and mocked the transport tunnel system. Kylie Jenner showing off The Boring Company tunnel in Las Vegas.

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Lightning Systems electric shuttle buses now offered on CALACT purchasing contract

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Vehicles eligible include the Ford Transit 350HD Passenger Van and Ford E-450 Shuttle Bus, both of which are offered by Lightning Systems, a Colorado-based developer and manufacturer of zero-emission, Buy America commercial electric vehicles.

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Consumer Electronics Assn Study Finds 40% of American Adults Likely to Test Drive an EV

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Those consumers who are open to buying an electric vehicle cite the positive environmental impact and potential cost savings as primary reasons to do so. Cost of the vehicle, reliability and availability of charging stations are also key concerns many consumers have.

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Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

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That vehicle will make its North American debut at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January. To truly have an effect, our industry must develop a diverse array of products that consumers are willing to buy. Today, patience and a long vision are still the cost of admission. qdash;Satoshi Ogiso.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia EV6 GT

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Clean Fleet Report spent several hours on a beautiful December Las Vegas day driving the 2023 Kia EV6 GT. After driving on pubic streets and highways, we headed to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway and its 1.1-mile, Kia says the owner of an EV6 GT will be buying it for the experience and to make a statement.

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