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Lightning eMotors signs two-year agreement to purchase 175 MWh of CATL batteries

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Lightning eMotors reached a two-year agreement to purchase 175 MWh of CATL batteries. Additionally, Lightning eMotors is working with CATL and CSI to design and install contactor safety switch systems on CATL C- and G-battery packs that will be exclusive to Lightning-eMotors.

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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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Audi of America is offering qualified customers who purchase or lease a 2021 Audi e-tron or e-tron Sportback a subscription to Arcadia at no additional charge for up to five years. It was joined last year by the e-tron Sportback, which blends the utility of an SUV with a coupe-like design. 2021 Audi e-tron.

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SOFC company FCET signs MoU regarding purchase of fuel cells for locomotives

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FCET ), a start-up energy technology company that has developed a novel, low-cost solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) system, announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with NextGenPropulsion, LLC (NGP) indicating NGP’s intent to purchase FCET fuel cells for NGP light-rail trains and freight locomotives. Fuel Cell Enabling Technologies, Inc.

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FedEx Express Canada launches first 50 BrightDrop all-electric vehicles

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Powered by General Motors’ (GM) Ultium Platform, the AWD Zevo 600 is designed for last-mile deliveries, with an estimated range of up to 400 kilometers (249 miles) on a full charge. The company plans for 50% of its global PUD vehicle purchases to be electric by 2025, rising to 100% of purchases by 2030. Earlier post.)

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Emporia launches program to simplify EV charger installation – Charged EVs

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US energy management technology company Emporia has launched a program designed to streamline the installation of Level 2 EV home chargers, which can involve a complex process of research and comparing installation companies to ensure that a home’s electrical limitations are properly assessed before a vehicle is purchased.

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Tesla Model S and Model X round steering wheel retrofit now available for purchase

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Tesla’s round steering wheel retrofit for the Model S and Model X is now available for purchase through the Tesla App. The price tag includes the installation of the round steering wheel by Tesla Service technicians. Tesla’s Model S/X round steering wheel retrofit is only $700. The Tesla Cybertruck might come with both options as well.

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Effenco launches ultracap-based heavy-duty all-electric system at a diesel price

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a Canada-based company specializing in the design of electric propulsion systems for heavy-duty vocational vehicles, has launched an all-electric system at the same purchase price as diesel alternatives. Développement Effenco Inc., or on new truck fleets without sacrificing loading capacity and without impacting daily operations.