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Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit

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That’s higher than the cost of a comparable diesel-powered Class 8 truck, so the Tesla Semi would have to be very compelling to convince drivers and fleet owners to make the switch to electric. The post Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Citroën ë-Berlingo Van now available to order

Green Car Congress

The professionals targeted tend to be small and medium-sized fleets. 41% are tradesmen or companies in the construction or delivery sector often operating in urban environments. To educate business owners in how to transfer their fleets and encourage them to buy electric vehicles, a number of aids have been introduced.

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What is Fleet Electrification?

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In order to understand fleet electrification, let’s first take a look at electrification in general: Electrification is the process of replacing technologies that use fossil fuels (such as oil, coal and natural gas) with those that use electricity as an energy source. Fleet Electrification – Driving the Revolution.

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NFI begins piloting Volvo VNR Electric heavy-duty trucks in Southern California

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The Volvo VNR Electric trucks join NFI’s fleet of more than 4,500 heavy-duty tractors that support its dedicated transportation and port drayage services for customers spanning from manufacturing to retail. —Jim O’Leary, vice president, Assets/Fleet Services, NFI Industries.

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Bogotá pilots all-electric taxi fleet using BYD e6s

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A measure was adopted by the Ministry of Environment in 2009 so that these types of vehicles could be imported with zero tax and electric cars in Bogotá do not have license plate restrictions as do conventional vehicles. —Marcela Bonilla, Sectorial Director of Urban Affairs for the Ministry of the Environment.

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The Importance of Electrifying Municipal Vehicles

Clean Fleet Report

The Importance of Electrifying Municipal Vehicles City Cleanup Can Begin on Wheels Electrifying police cars, street sweepers, refuse trucks and other municipal vehicles does more than just help the environment—it also saves money and makes urban areas a safer, more peaceful place to live. Many cities are already upgrading their fleets.

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Electrification of Company Cars & Tax Reform Needed in France

CleanTechnica EVs

How to reduce CO2 emissions from commercial fleets through taxation.

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