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Tesla Model 3 being considered for NYPD fleet

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Considering the estimated price per unit for the Model 3 sedans, it appears that the NYPD is looking to acquire a fleet of the all-electric vehicle’s midrange variant. In comparison, the base Model 3 RWD starts at $44,990, while the top tier Model 3 Performance starts at $58,990. .

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Germany awarding €600M to transport companies for zero- and low-emission buses

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The associated maintenance and charging infrastructure is also supported. Germany’s BMDV (Federal Ministry of Digital Affairs and Transport) has been funding the conversion to climate-friendly transport fleets as part of the "Directive for the Promotion of Alternative Drives in Passenger Transport". Funds of around €1.25

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Two case studies outline how Houston and Loveland are saving money with EVs in their fleets

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The Electrification Coalition released two case studies outlining how two cities— Houston, Texas and Loveland, Colorado —are saving money by using electric vehicles (EVs) in their vehicle fleets. Loveland is now aiming to convert all of its light-duty fleet vehicles that work within a close distance of the city to EVs.

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NREL report on electric bus demo at Foothill Transit finds Proterra fuel economy >8x higher than CNG on same line

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However, because Foothill Transit operates its BEB and CNG bus fleets differently, the efficiency results presented are not an apples-to-apples comparison. An apples-to-apples comparison of fuel cost—i.e., mi for the CNG buses—including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. mpgge, equating to 4.34

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Study suggests high-mileage light-duty fleets contribute higher emissions and emissions share than expected

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A study by researchers from the University of Denver and the University of Puget Sound indicates that high-mileage light-duty fleets contribute higher emissions and emissions share than expected based on their actual numbers in the fleet. —Bishop et al. In their study, Bishop et al.

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Tesla Model 3 used by Police Department reveals massive financial savings

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After sparring with the idea of purchasing another Ford Explorer for the police fleet, cost-effectiveness became the big question. The ongoing cost of the Model 3 is comparatively less than that of the Ford Explorer based on routine maintenance and fuel costs. Reduced maintenance. Credit: EV Club of CT. Credit: EV Club of CT.

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Reliability, uptime and the next generation of EV chargers – Charged EVs

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One natural comparison that people will make, for example, is what it’s like to “fill up” your vehicle at a station (either with gasoline or using a charger). These products are particularly suited for businesses looking to provide reliable, simple charging solutions at offices, hospitals, malls, or with dealerships or larger EV fleets.