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PG&E and Ford collaborate on bidirectional electric vehicle charging technology in customers’ homes

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The first installations of Ford’s Intelligent Backup Power are beginning in spring 2022, supported by Sunrun as Ford’s preferred installation partner. Through collaborations with automakers like Ford, we are innovating together for a cleaner, safer and brighter future for all. Earlier post.).

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Pozna? orders 37 more Solaris electric buses

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Further electric buses mean even more ecological public transport, cleaner air, and therefore better quality of life, and this is what we care about most. They will also feature space for bicycles and USB charging ports as well as external door lighting. The contract is worth over PLN 90 million (US$22.4 million) net.

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Jacobs, Peachtree Corners, and Qualcomm collaborate to deploy C-V2X technology in Georgia Smart City

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As a part of the working relationship, Qualcomm Technologies serves as ecosystem enabler by providing technology solutions, while Jacobs manages the installation commission project delivery.

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New York state rolls out EV Make-Ready Program

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Cuomo announced a package of major clean transportation initiatives, including a “Make Ready” order approved by the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) to advance New York’s commitment to accelerate its transition to cleaner mobility. The first downtown chargers will be installed through this program fall of 2021.

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Tesla Model Ys without radar equip several changes to improve Autopilot performance

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For more comprehensive comparison optics, the friends compared Tesla Autopilot’s performance in the new, radar-less Model Y to the other Model Y they own, which does have radar installed. The new 2021 Model Y also has the double-paned glass that Tesla has installed onto the Model 3.

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Kiessling Transit orders 32 more Lightning Hybrids hydraulic hybrid buses

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Kiessling Transit, a Massachusetts-based transportation company, is ordering 32 more hydraulic hybrid buses equipped with Lighting Hybrids’ Energy Recovery System (ERS) for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses. Kiessling Transit Ford E-450 paratransit bus with Lightning Hybrids system installed. Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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BHP and Goodfuels Marine to collaborate on biofuels pilot project in Singapore

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The roundtable comes at an opportune time in light of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 0.5% As the largest bunkering hub in the world, Singapore is working towards providing cleaner alternative sources of fuel to cater to the future energy needs of the global shipping industry. —Andrew Tan, Chief Executive of MPA.

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