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Two Volvo Trucks carriers, Producers Dairy order VNR electric trucks

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Volvo Trucks North America’s customers and carrier partners, Watsontown Trucking Company and Camrett Logistics, have placed orders for their first Volvo VNR Electric trucks. Both fleets will recharge their Volvo VNR Electrics at their local facilities.

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Tesla Semi Pepsico fleet ready to take on the road

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PepsiCo fully launched its Tesla Semi fleet recently, giving the world a sneak peek at its sustainable class-8 trucks. PepsiCo recently unveiled its Tesla Semi fleet for its Sacramento facility, taking a step closer to reaching its sustainability goals. The beverage company tied its Tesla Semi fleet to its PepsiCoPositive journey.

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CARB approves Electrify America’s second $200M investment in California

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Partial Consent Decree, CARB moved forward the company’s plans for DC fast-charging in more metro areas, adding charging for regional routes, and strengthening highway networks. The plan also includes investments for charging stations to support ZEV bus fleets and ride hail services, as well as residential and autonomous vehicle charging.

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Cal Energy Commission approves ~$9M for DC fast chargers; $12.6M for NGV incentives

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The California Energy Commission approved nearly $9 million in grants for the installation of DC fast chargers along major state freeways and highways to allow electric vehicle drivers to travel from San Diego to the Oregon border without worrying about running out of energy. The grants went to four companies—Chargepoint Inc.;

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The City of Porterville Partners with EV Connect to Deploy EV Charging

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Located in the San Joaquin Valley, with Fresno to the north and Bakersfield to the south, the City of Porterville, California, serves as a gateway to Sequoia National Forest, Giant Sequoia National Monument, Kings Canyon National Park, and as a vital pit stop for travelers along the Great Western Divide Highway.

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Tesla Semi ‘breakdown’ caused by software switch glitch

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Others suspected it was a mechanical issue, as the Semi is still a relatively young product that has been in development for some time but has only been used in real-world applications by a company that is not Tesla for a few months. In fact, the facility is set to have Megachargers installed at its plant in Fresno, California.

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California Energy Commission awards more than $17M to support alternative fuel and infrastructure projects

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The order also requires the installation of sufficient infrastructure to support 1 million ZEVs in California by 2020. will receive $6 million to build a commercial biodiesel production facility in Fresno. will receive $2,150,000 for the purchase and installation of electric vehicle charging equipment. Earlier post.).