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EPA Series Hydraulic Hybrid Yard Hostler To Be Put Into Service for First Time

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A series hydraulic hybrid yard hostler, developed by FEV, the US Environmental Protection Agency, Parker Hannifin and other, will be put into full service at the Port Authority of New York - New Jersey terminal at the conclusion of its development testing. Earlier post.). Sheppard, Inc.,

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Ford begins production of 2012 Focus Electric at Michigan Assembly, C-MAX models on deck

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Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant is starting production of the 2012 Focus Electric ( earlier post )—a five-passenger, battery-electric car Ford expects will achieve more than a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) fuel economy rating. A new, efficient cooling system that enables higher speeds in electric drive.

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US DOT Awards $100M in Recovery Act Funds to 43 Transit Projects to Reduce Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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The new Fisher buses will provide more than triple the equivalent fuel economy in all-electric mode and reduce CO2 emissions due to the extensive use of lightweight materials and the large capacity battery system. NJ Transit, New Jersey: $250,000. as well as administrative and dispatch services.

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