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Re-charging at Ufford Park

EV Driver

Ufford Park have had their very own EV charge point on the EV Driver Network for just over a year now and we were eager to hear, first hand, about what it’s been like to have a charge point at their Hotel. Let’s start at the beginning - what was it that initially enticed you to get an EV charge point installed at Ufford Park?

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New Flyer unveils Xcelsior CHARGE H2 bus; first to offer two fuel-cell-electric models eligible for federal funding

Green Car Congress

(“NFI”), the largest bus manufacturer in North America, unveiled the Xcelsior CHARGE H2—ts fuel cell-electric heavy-duty transit bus—and announced that both the forty-foot and sixty-foot model have successfully completed the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Model Bus Testing Program at Altoona, Pennsylvania (Altoona Testing).

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

Green Car Congress

RE-TROFIT: To extend significantly the life of vehicles. The entity will thus offer a turnkey service for the sales network: optimized transport of vehicles, supply of spare parts (Re-Cycle Center), renovation, storage, production of photos and videos and their online availability.

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MAN eTGE battery-electric van to be mass-produced from July onwards

Green Car Congress

For around ten years, MAN Truck & Bus has been working on innovative concepts for supplying and removing material in the urban environment. A 40 kW charging station fills a battery up to 80% in 45 minutes. Approximately nine hours are needed for a full charge with 220V AC.

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Tips: 4 Warning Signs to Watch for in Your Hybrid Car

Clean Fleet Report

Many people are making the switch to save on gas and help the environment. If you’re thinking of buying a used hybrid car, there are a few things you should keep in mind. This is because they’re often considered to be higher risk, so insurance companies charge higher rates.

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EVs & Camping: How Well They Go Along ?

Get Electric Vehicle

Whether you’re cruising through scenic routes or setting up camp, the peaceful ambience of the great outdoors remains undisturbed when you are using an EV. #3. Charging an EV can be more affordable than refuelling an ICE car, saving you money during your camping adventures. Let us look at the considerations one by one. #1.

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Advantages And Disadvantages Of Electric Cars

DIY Electric Car

Yes, we''re talking about the electric car. Unlike our fuel powered cars, these cars work on electric motors which basically rely on electrically charged batteries to function. If you''re thinking of getting yourself one of these babies, you need to read on to know more about what you''re signing up for.