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Performance Team orders 16 Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 trucks

Green Car Congress

The significant reduction of noise and vibrations also creates a best-in-class, clean and comfortable working environment for drivers. The acquisition of the new Volvo VNR Electric models is part of Maersk’s Environment Social Governance (ESG) strategy to decarbonize logistics.

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CARB launches $25M pilot program to help small trucking fleets transition to zero-emission technologies

Green Car Congress

Dealers and their financing partners, leasing and rental companies, or truck-as-a-service providers can serve as providers. Providers and dealers who are interested in offering assistance through the new Innovative Small e-Fleet pilot to their small fleet customers are invited to attend a webinar for dealers and providers set for 20 July.

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Auto Alliance pushing for passage of Maryland SB 1234 that would require state purchase of ZEVs; 50% of LDVs by 2026

Green Car Congress

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Auto Alliance) is strongly supporting the passage of Maryland’s SB 1234 , a bill that would require the State of Maryland to purchase zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for state fleets. The bill also includes a reporting requirement for State agencies that purchase vehicles.

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California Department of State Hospitals orders 12 electric Ford Transit 350HD vans from Lightning Systems

Green Car Congress

The Lightning Electric models are being provided to the hospital system by Wondries Fleet Group, a leading fleet dealer in California. All twelve are Class 3 delivery vans and were purchased under the terms of a California state contract.

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Canada and California to work together on cleaner transportation

Green Car Congress

Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, and the Chair of the California Air Resources Board, Mary Nichols, today signed a new cooperation agreement to advance cleaner vehicles and fuels. The transportation sector is the source of nearly a quarter of Canada’s carbon emissions and more than 40% of California’s.

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Blue Bird delivers 23 electric school buses to Kentucky school district – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Carter County Schools purchased the electric bus through Blue Bird’s authorized dealer Central States Bus Sales in Lexington, Kentucky. Blue Bird’s most advanced, zero-emission school buses will help us to create a healthier environment for our students and our communities.” Paul Green, Superintendent of Carter County Schools.

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Elevating the EV Consumer Experience: Beas Auto Sales and PlugStar Certification 

Plug in America

Plug In America is thrilled to highlight one of our newest certified PlugStar dealer – Beas Auto Sales. He is not just selling cars; he is leading the way towards educating his EV customers to make informed and confident purchase decisions. They’re better for the environment, which means cleaner air for our community.

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