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ABB and Volvo Buses partnering on fast-charging system for hybrid and electric buses

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ABB and Volvo Buses are partnering to co-develop and to commercialize electric and hybrid buses with open standards-based direct current (DC) fast charging systems. Its first fully electric bus will be launched in June 2015 as part of the ElectriCity project in Gothenburg, Sweden.

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SAIC showcases battery-electric Maxus EV80 van range at IAA

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Under the new agreement with SAIC Maxus, LeasePlan will offer operational leasing solutions for the fully-electric EV80 large panel van to business customers across continental Europe. Charging time is just two hours while using a DC charger. The chassis cab model can be built up to the exact specifications of the customer.

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DAF trucks showcases electric and hybrid trucks at IAA CV

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The LF Electric and CF Electric are intended for medium-and heavy-duty city distribution; the CF Hybrid targets mid-range distribution with zero emissions in urban areas and the best overall efficiency. DAF LF Electric Innovation Truck. The DAF LF Electric is a 19 tonne fully electric truck for zero emissions city distribution.

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Canoo Pickup, Kia EV6, Honda and Mini EV Plans: EV Week in Review – Mar 9-15

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Honda of America plans to sell 2 fully electric SUVs in 2024, Based on GM’s Ultium Platform – Honda confirmed plans to sell two all-electric SUVs in the US for the 2024 model year, and it soon will offer hybrid gas-electric versions of its top-selling models. .” – March 11, via CNBC.

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