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CASE unveils first fully electric backhoe loader: the 580 EV

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CASE Construction Equipment introduced “Project Zeus”: the 580 EV, the construction industry’s first fully electric backhoe loader. The 580 EV is the second major alternative-powered machine introduced by CASE; the manufacturer rolled out the FPT Industrial methane-powered concept wheel loader ProjectTETRA at Bauma 2019.

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Maryland city deploys BYD electric Class 6 refuse truck

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Hyattsville, Maryland, is deploying a BYD 6R Class 6 electric refuse truck, one of several fully-electric or hybrid vehicles in the City’s fleet, and the first commercially deployed Class 6 refuse truck in the country, according to BYD. The BYD 6R is capable of working an entire shift without recharging.

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Canada’s BC Transit to buy ten 40' Proterra electric buses and megawatt-scale fleet charger

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BC Transit in British Columbia, Canada has approved a $20-million contract to purchase ten 40-foot Proterra ZX5 electric transit buses and one Proterra Energy megawatt-scale EV fleet charger as part of the agency’s transition to a fully electric bus fleet.

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Danfoss Editron powering UK’s first hybrid crew transfer vessels

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Danfoss Editron specializes in hybrid and electric powertrain systems for off-highway and marine markets. A business division of Danfoss, it develops and manufactures high-performance, Editron power systems for heavy duty vehicles, machines and marine vessels. The Editron system comprises components designed in-house.

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Renault, Jiangling JV introducing electric sedan and services for ride-hailing at IAA

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Mobilize will unveil Limo, a 4.67m four-door fully-electric sedan, specifically designed for for taxi/private hire (PHV) drivers and fleet, at Munich IAA Mobility 2021. Mobilize packages will also include various services such as manufacturer-backed warrantees, maintenance, insurance, and charging solutions.

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Vinfast announces all-electric strategy and full electric vehicle lineup; halting ICE production by end of year

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This makes VinFast one of the world’s first automotive companies to switch completely to pure electric. Along with the commitment to becoming an all-electric carmaker, VinFast officially launched a range of fully-electric vehicles: Three models in the A-B-C segments: VF 5 (segment A), VF 6 (segment B) and VF 7 (segment C); and.

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RISE Robotics raises $3M in additional funding; electric linear actuation systems

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As OEMs are forced to adapt their products to comply with imminent emissions regulations, the industry has struggled with the slow pace of innovation and high cost of using electricity as a power source for heavy machinery. It’s a game changer for any manufacturer trying to electrify its heavy machinery. Strauss, William J.

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