article thumbnail

Phoenix Motorcars deploys electric cargo truck to service family-owned business in Sacramento

Green Car Congress

Funded through the Sacramento Emergency Clean Air & Transportation Grant Program (SECAT), the electric box truck deployment highlights the appetite amongst fleets in California to choose cleaner, sustainable transportation options. —Kristian Damkier, Assoc. Air Quality Engineer at Sac Metro Air District.

article thumbnail

President’s 2016 Budget requests $29.9B for DOE; 9% boost over FY 2015 enacted; $793M (2.7%) for sustainable transportation

Green Car Congress

billion over the FY 2015 Enacted level, to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear weapons stockpile in the absence of nuclear testing and manage the research, development, and production activities and associated infrastructure maintenance and modernization needed to meet national nuclear security requirements. Within the $10.7

article thumbnail

Independent study confirms cost savings & emissions advantages for heavy-duty trucks running ClearFlame’s engine technology

Green Car Congress

The study was conducted by Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) and commissioned by ClearFlame, whose investors include Bill Gates-founded Breakthrough Energy Ventures, John Deere, Mercuria, and Clean Energy Ventures. —Patrick Couch,, GNA study author.

Emissions 370
article thumbnail

Driving Your City Forward With Clean Electric Public Transportation

EV Connect

In terms of fuel and maintenance, electric vehicles save money in the long run, despite the upfront costs involved. However, electric transportation benefits go much further than that. An investment in clean public transportation could reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 0.71 gigatonnes in the next 10 years.

article thumbnail

Coach Atlantic Maritime Bus testing battery-electric MCI D45 CRTe LE coach in Canada

Green Car Congress

Coach Atlantic Maritime Bus has committed to green strategies throughout its offices, maintenance hubs and service routes, and anticipates introducing battery electric to its operation by 2022. —” said Michael McDonald, MCI’s Sustainable Transportation Specialist. MCI’s electric era has arrived.

Canada 377
article thumbnail

How battery leasing enhances adaptability in the EV ecosystem | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

This aspect alleviates concerns regarding maintenance and repair costs, offering a hassle-free experience for EV owners. By reducing upfront investment and easing concerns regarding battery maintenance and replacement costs, leasing enables businesses to streamline their operations and transition seamlessly to electric mobility solutions.

article thumbnail

Retail Giants Step Up: Costco, Ikea, Target, and Walmart Join the EV Charging Movement

The Truth About Cars

Additionally, the strategic placement of charging stations can make sustainable transportation options more accessible to all communities, emphasizing the importance of equity in these efforts. Ensure the durability and reliability of charging stations through proper maintenance.