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Michigan State University introduces electric autonomous bus through collaboration with state, Karsan and ADASTEC

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During testing, the bus will be traveling at 15 mph; this will increase to 25 mph once fully deployed in 2022. A $100,000-grant through the Michigan Office of Mobility and Electrification, which was awarded to ADASTEC, helped make this collaboration possible. The bus’s 2.5-mile

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Coradia iLint hydrogen train receives approval for commercial operation in German railway networks

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Alstom’s Coradia iLint ( earlier post ), the world’s first hydrogen fuel cell passenger train, has been granted approval by the German Railway Office (EBA) for passenger service in Germany. The iLint can run at 140 km/h (87 mph), with a 600 to 800 km/tankful autonomy, and accommodate up to 300 passengers.

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Ford delays next-gen electric truck and SUV, plans hybrids across lineup

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The electric future will take a bit longer than originally promised at Ford. In 2023, Ford and its battery partner, SK On, were granted a $9.2 Ford targets 350 miles of range from a 100-kwh battery pack for the three-row family vehicle, but Ford says it will still have a range of 300 miles at 70 mph.

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Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT gains first U.S. approval for Level 3 system

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It can operate at speeds up to 40 MPH. The company first revealed its paperwork had been filed with Nevada and California earlier this year, with California expected to grant certification later this year. Mercedes-Benz was granted this approval as DRIVE PILOT meets the requirements of Nevada Chapter 482A for Autonomous Vehicles.

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VP Biden outlines 6-year plan to build US high-speed rail network

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In order to achieve a truly national system, these investments will focus on developing or improving three types of interconnected corridors: Core Express : These corridors will form the backbone of the national high-speed rail system, with electrified trains traveling on dedicated tracks at speeds of 125-250 mph or higher.

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The Boring Company’s updated projects page no longer lists D.C.-Baltimore tunnel

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A conditional permit for the initiative was later granted by state officials. estimate, the Hyperloop pods would have to travel about 450 mph. . Baltimore tunnel does not mean that the project would not be moving forward in the future. Larry Hogan. in 29 minutes. .

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Electric Vehicle Spotlight: Financing a Chevrolet Bolt EUV

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Available Chevrolet Bolt EUV Trims At a Glance Chevrolet Bolt EUV Version Price Range Top Speed 0-60 mph EV Tax Credit State/Local Incentives Bolt EUV LT $27,795 247 miles 90 mph 6.8 seconds $7,500 Check Incentives Bolt EUV Premier $32,295 247 miles 90 mph 6.8 Clean Vehicle Assistance Program. Clean Cars 4 All.