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GSC Logistics first to haul commercial cargo with a BYD electric semi through Altamont Pass

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On 22 October 2019, GSC Logistics was the first to haul a commercial cargo using an electric semi through the Altamont Pass, with their BYD 8TT heavy-duty electric truck. The Class 8 BYD 8TT delivered its zero-emission cargo from Port of Oakland to Tracy, CA. It then picked up a return load back to the Port.

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DOE awarding $7.4M to 7 projects for medium-and heavy-duty EV and hydrogen corridor infrastructure plans

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The projects would also help improve air quality in underserved areas of major American cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago, San Francisco, Oakland, and Salt Lake City. The selected projects are: CALSTART: East Coast Commercial ZEV Corridor.

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CARB announces up to $205M in new funding for clean freight transportation; >$400M with partner match

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced up to $205 million in grants for projects designed to accelerate the adoption of clean freight technologies and reduce air pollution caused by the movement of goods throughout the state. Grants are expected to be executed over the coming months.

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California Energy Commission awards more than $15M to advance biofuels, plug-in and V2G research

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These grants are provided through the Energy Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. This award helps to fulfill a cost-sharing target for the recipient's $122 million award from the Department of Energy. The vehicles are manufactured by Anaheim-based Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc.

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California Energy Commission awards $9.6M to 8 projects on electric vehicles, natural gas and biofuels

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The California Energy Commission has approved eight grants that leverage more than $9.6 Project partners will provide $1,000,000 to match the state grant. 505,381 to San Francisco-based Mission Motor Company to help it bring its prototype electric vehicle components to commercial production. Electric vehicles components.