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Allison Transmission launches eGen Flex, new zero-emission-capable electric hybrid system

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eGen Flex provides bus fleets with full electric engine-off propulsion and accessory power operation capability—suited for zero-emission zones and depot operation, including when approaching, during, and leaving passenger stops for a quieter and healthier environment. These systems have accumulated nearly 2.6

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Amazon orders more than 1,800 EVs from Mercedes-Benz Vans

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Electrification of traffic on the so-called "last mile" is progressing. The growing online trade and flexible delivery services in recent years not only brought an increase in inner-city traffic, but also lead to increasing local emission-free drives in urbanized areas. The natural environment of the eVito panel van are urban areas.

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Zeem launches first commercial electric vehicle Transportation-As-A-Service depot

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The depot, a hub for zero-emission vehicle services, is the largest commercial EV charging installation in the US that supports medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle fleets. The LA-area depot is the first in a series that Zeem plans to build across the United States to enable medium- and heavy-duty fleet owners to electrify.

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Two Volvo Trucks carriers, Producers Dairy order VNR electric trucks

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By the end of 2021, the Virginia-based fleets will utilize the zero tailpipe emission trucks to transport inbound parts and components daily to the Volvo Trucks New River Valley Assembly Operations (NRV) in Dublin, Virginia, where every Volvo truck in North America is assembled.

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TriMet puts first Xcelsior CHARGE electric bus into operation; powered by Portland General Electric renewable energy

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million grant from the Federal Transit Administration’s 2016 Low and No Emission (Low-No) Vehicle Deployment Program. The route covers 13 miles and 700 feet in elevation change. The program was funded in part with a $3.4-million

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Tesla owners in China drove 3.72B km, reduced carbon emissions by 850k tons in 11 months

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billion miles) of mileage over the first 11 months of 2021. By traveling this accumulated distance, Tesla owners in China were able to help reduce carbon emissions by 855,878 tons from January to November 2021. Tesla drivers in China did not only help reduce the carbon emissions of the country. to $1.10) per 100 km (62 miles).

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Toshiba to start field testing medium-sized EV bus with wireless recharging, SCiB Li-ion battery

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kWh SCiB ( earlier post ) pack, Toshiba’s advanced lithium-ion rechargeable battery, and will make regular trips between All Nippon Airways Co. Tests have verified that the system’s radio emission level meets limit regulations and do not interfere with radio signals of nearby equipment. The 11-kilometer (6.8-mile) The 11-kilometer (6.8-mile)

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