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DOT to award $42M to New York, Wyoming and Tampa to pilot connected vehicle technologies

Green Car Congress

It has been a core mission of the Department to support promising new technologies, and through these types of smart investments we are opening the door to a safer and cleaner network and expanding how future generations travel. —Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. The proposal is expected by the end of 2015.

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Charley Boorman: myenergi HQ

My Energi

Charley, best known for co-hosting the adventure-packed ‘Long Way’ TV shows with fellow actor and friend Ewan McGregor, has recently had installed our multi-award winning product ‘the zappi ’. I am going on a green journey with them to gradually transfer my own home and vehicles to using cleaner and greener energy.”.

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Small-displacement two-stroke H2 engine could address performance and emissions cost-effectively for recreational market; potential for Asian motor vehicle fleet

Green Car Congress

Such an engine could provide a cost-effective solution for small recreational vehicle- and motorcycle applications. For new vehicles, they suggested redesigning 2-stroke engines to decrease scavenging losses, and installing catalytic converters to reduce tailpipe emissions.

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OLA Electric Scooter Ownership Blog - Dark Knight

Plug In India

Solar at home,EV for commute & rain water harvesting at home that’s the best we can contribute to cleaner environment. Current premium 2w EV's, give a tough fight to 125-150 Cc Petrol motorcycles. If your charging infra is from solar & battery recycling is sorted, then it’s the ideal for environment.

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London City Commuting: Why an EV makes sense

Drive Electric

Electric cars also contribute to better air quality in London and other city centres, making them cleaner and healthier for everyone. From 25 October 2021, only battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles will be eligible for the 100% cleaner vehicle discount. Cheaper to run. For example, it only costs £2.50 It costs £12.50

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Everything to know about EV Chain Drive, Belt Drive, and Hub Motor Drive

Get Electric Vehicle

Belts are far cleaner than chains. Some motorcycles with a chain, however, feature a chain guard. So, after you’ve installed a belt-drive, you shouldn’t have to replace it for a long time. Keeping It Clean. The reason for this is related to the fact that belt drives require less maintenance than chain drives.

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3 Pieces of Good News for EVs in 2023

Clean Fleet Report

RVs: Winnebago and Thor are among the manufacturers looking to put out fully electric recreational vehicles that will make the local KOA much quieter and cleaner. billion to install new charging stations, which they approved. New installations will help owners of the other 91 EV brands refill their power. China currently has 1.2