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UPS updates 125 Workhorse E-GEN series hybrid electric step vans with smaller genset engine for better fuel economy

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UPS announced an update to 125 Workhorse E-GEN series hybrid electric delivery trucks that improve fuel economy as part of the company’s broader Rolling Laboratory approach. 4-cylinder engine; charging capability remains the same, as does the electric range. The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however.

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UPS adding 200 more series hybrid delivery trucks

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Equipped with lithium ion batteries and a range-extender engine, these trucks will deliver significant fuel economy equivalency gains, approximately four times the fuel economy of a gasoline powered vehicle. Earlier post.). The trucks, manufactured by Workhorse Group, Inc.,

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Rice University Study and Policy Paper Find US Biofuels Policies Flawed, Recommend Fundamental Overhaul

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The research report provides an overview of some of the environmental, logistical, and economic challenges to a broader expansion of biofuels in the US transportation fuel system, and also offers a broad range of policy recommendations to avoid some of the negative unintended consequences of implementing the goal.

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UNEP Report Calls for More Sophisticated Approach to Developing Biofuels; Limitations of Current LCA Studies

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In the report, its first, the panel concludes governments should fit biofuels into an overall energy, climate, land-use, water and agricultural strategy if biofuels deployment is to benefit society, the economy and the environment as a whole. World Transport Biofuel Production. billion gallons US) liters.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV

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The all-new, all-electric Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a five-passenger sedan that offers a stunning style, roomy interior, supple ride, a comprehensive safety suite and an impressive driving range. Two motor options are available for RWD: Standard Range’s 111 kilowatt (kW)/149 horsepower (hp) and 259 foot-pounds (ft.-lb.)

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