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University Of Georgia purchases 20 Proterra 40' Catalyst E2 buses with DuoPower drivetrain

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After receiving a $10-million grant from the GO! All of the University of Georgia’s Catalyst E2 buses will be powered by the Proterra DuoPower drivetrain, which delivers twice the horsepower and five times the efficiency of a standard diesel engine.

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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has granted system approval for this on the basis of the technical approval regulation UN-R157 (UN Regulation No. —Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, Chief Technology Officer responsible for Development and Purchasing.

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Lightning Systems Gen 2 electric Ford Transit named in CARB executive order; new NMC batteries for longer range

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The latest powertrain offers peak power of 160 kW (equivalent 215 horsepower), a torque rating of 994 N·m, (733 lb-ft), and a top speed of 65 mph (software limited). hours (120-mile range) with Lightning’s DC fast charging option (using standard CCS-Combo charging).

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Electric Vehicle Spotlight: Financing a Chevrolet Bolt EUV

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We’ll also explore the best ways to save money on the purchase of a Bolt EUV by taking advantage of available EV incentives with an EV Climate Loan through EV Life. For power, the Bolt EUV can be charged on a standard 120-volt household outlet as well as a 240-volt connection for faster charges. Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP).

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The Hottest EVs Coming Out in 2023-2024 and How to Save Big on Them

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The mid-sized SUV also comes standard with advanced safety features such as a forward-collision warning system, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise control. The standard rear-wheel drive option will be good for up to 223 miles on a full charge.

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Putting the “Utility” in Sport Utility Vehicle: Which Electric SUVs Perform Best Off-Road?

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The second reason EV crossovers are so popular with automakers is the vehicle classification standards put forth by the Treasury Department to determine whether a vehicle is a car, SUV, truck, or van. Couple that with up to 550 horsepower and a 0-60 mph in under 3.6 Range Dual Motor AWD 533 hp 4.5

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Think Receives Pan-European Homologation Certificate for TH!NK EV; MOU for 550 Units to Spain

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NK city electric vehicle has been granted the first pan-European homologation certificate for an EV. Part of the type approval is the audit of the engineering and production process, to ensure that each vehicle produced meets the same standards. Think signed an MOU for 550 units for Spain. Click to enlarge. Spanish EV drive.

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