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Polk County, Oregon Sheriff’s Office running 10 patrol cars on propane

Green Car Congress

The Polk County, Oregon, Sheriff’s Office is running 10 patrol cars converted to propane autogas, including seven Ford Crown Vics, two Chevy Tahoes and one Ford F-350 pickup truck; the office expects to save more than $20,000 every year by using the alternative fuel. —Sergeant Mark Garton, Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

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Two US EV Charging Station Firsts

Green Car Congress

Teslas, RAV4 EVs, Ford Rangers, Neighborhood Electric Vehicles, even EV conversions can be charged at the six-port station, in the parking lot of the new Woodland Gateway Shopping Center. Plug-in America estimates that some 200-300 EVs of various types are located within 100 miles of the site, which will accommodate all new EVs and PHEVs.

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The EV Curveball

Revenge of the Electric Car

As a new driver, learning on the roads of Kansas City, I pass by Suburbans and Tahoes on a daily basis. Very simply, the Tucson travels far enough for my daily needs (about 50 miles), and it can travel up to highway speeds (75+). Welcome back to guest blogger Andrew Grin … Andrew Grin and his modified Hyundai Tuscon.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival SX

Clean Fleet Report

In 236 miles of driving through Southern California, and using the adaptive cruise control when on the freeway, we averaged 26.7 The talk feature allows conversations between front and rear passengers without having to raise your voice. Powertrain – 10 years/100,000 miles. Basic – Five years/60,000 miles.

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