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New Flyer unveils Xcelsior CHARGE H2 bus; first to offer two fuel-cell-electric models eligible for federal funding

Green Car Congress

(“NFI”), the largest bus manufacturer in North America, unveiled the Xcelsior CHARGE H2—ts fuel cell-electric heavy-duty transit bus—and announced that both the forty-foot and sixty-foot model have successfully completed the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Model Bus Testing Program at Altoona, Pennsylvania (Altoona Testing).

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What You Need to Know Before Purchasing an EV

Clean Fleet Report

They’re eco-friendly, economical , and just plain fun to drive. In addition, charging an EV costs significantly less than filling up a gas tank, making EVs a more affordable option in the long run. Recharging your car takes longer than fueling a gas car. Charging stations are not readily available.

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Tips: 4 Warning Signs to Watch for in Your Hybrid Car

Clean Fleet Report

Many people are making the switch to save on gas and help the environment. If you’re thinking of buying a used hybrid car, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Second, hybrids tend to be more expensive to insure than traditional gas-powered cars. Hybrid cars are becoming more and more popular each year.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

Green Car Congress

RE-TROFIT: To extend significantly the life of vehicles. The entity will thus offer a turnkey service for the sales network: optimized transport of vehicles, supply of spare parts (Re-Cycle Center), renovation, storage, production of photos and videos and their online availability.

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Why Fleet Owners Are Electrifying Their Vehicles This Year

Blink Charging

Thanks to new tax credits for EVs and EV charging stations as well as lower fuel and maintenance costs for EVs, fleet managers can now save money while setting an example for other organizations. Limited time to claim tax credits for EV fleets There are currently numerous incentives to purchase EVs and EV charging equipment.

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3 Reasons an Electric Vehicle is the Perfect Present

EV Match

The fact that car companies air these commercials year-after-year means they’re at least somewhat effective. So if you’re finding yourself persuaded to buy a car this holiday season, let it be electric. Simply enter your ZIP code and you’re off to the races. Not convinced? New EV Models Keep Coming.

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The benefits of using an Emergency Mobile Charging System for your home or business

Setec Powerr

Electric vehicles (EVs) have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. However, one of the main barriers to widespread adoption of EVs is the availability of charging infrastructure. This is where mobile EV charging System come in.