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Berkeley study finds self-driving electric taxi fleets in Manhattan would deliver significant cost and environmental benefits

Green Car Congress

Using models they built and data from more than 10 million taxi trips in New York City, they found that the cost of service provided by a fleet of shared automated electric vehicles (SAEVs) would be $0.29-$0.61 per revenue mile—an order of magnitude lower than the cost of service of present-day Manhattan taxis and $0.05–$0.08/mi

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Renault, Jiangling JV introducing electric sedan and services for ride-hailing at IAA

Green Car Congress

Mobilize will unveil Limo, a 4.67m four-door fully-electric sedan, specifically designed for for taxi/private hire (PHV) drivers and fleet, at Munich IAA Mobility 2021. The ride-hailing market (taxis et private hire vehicles, PHV) in Europe is booming; it is set to grow from €28 billion today, to €50 billion by 2030. Mobilize Limo.

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Failure to equalise VAT on public charging a missed opportunity

My Energi

Last week (19 April), the UK Government ruled-out recommendations from the House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee to equalise VAT on public charging. [1] Plug-in grants will continue until at least 2025, however, for motorcycles, vans, taxis, trucks and wheelchair accessible vehicles.

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MEG expanding heavy-duty electric truck efforts; succsessful testing of mine vehicle

Green Car Congress

In addition to the environmental considerations, heavy-duty electric trucks offer additional benefits such as reduced cost of ownership, as well as labor cost savings and increased safety by providing autonomous piloting in closed working environments.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

This growing trend not only benefits the environment but also presents an enormous opportunity for businesses associated with the EV ecosystem. Additionally, electric autos contribute to reducing noise pollution as they operate silently, creating a more peaceful and sustainable transportation environment.

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Electric Car Grant | OZEV Explained

My Energi

Electric Vehicles don’t release carbon and dangerous gasses into the atmosphere and therefore are much better for the environment. Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS). Ultra-Low Emission Taxi Infrastructure Scheme. . You can apply for two EV charge points per household, if at least two EV’s are registered to that address.

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The Kiwi business journey to Carbon Zero

Drive Electric

Not only is there a positive impact on the environment, but there is a strong business case for switching to hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), Plug-in hybrids (PHEV) and BEVs with potentially lower fleet operating costs and an enhanced reputation for the business as it becomes more sustainable. Step 1: Your carbon strategy.

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