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CARB approves first emissions reduction plans for three Southern California communities

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It will also conduct quarterly idling sweeps for neighborhood truck traffic. Its role in supporting development of community emission reduction programs is to establish program guidelines, called the Community Air Protection Blueprint, and to coordinate the overall process to ensure the requirements of AB 617 are met.

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Ryder Awarded First-of-Its-Kind Natural Gas Heavy Duty Truck Rental and Leasing Project Using $19.3M in Stimulus Funding

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Based on estimates using California’s Carl Moyer program guidelines, the project is also estimated to reduce more than 9.2 tons of diesel particulate emissions from local neighborhoods.

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Clean Energy introduces new CleanCNG compressor

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At 75 dBA @ 3m, low operating noise is a standard feature of the CleanCNG, making it suitable for even residential neighborhood installations. Vibration measurements exceed API 618 and recommended industry guidelines. Ultra-low vibration and noise. Scalable by design.

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Mercedes-Benz and Bosch start San José pilot project for automated ride-hailing service; automated S-Class

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It will also help us develop guidelines for dealing with new technologies and prepare for the traffic system of the future. As a city, we want to know more about how automated vehicles can help improve safety and reduce congestion, as well as make mobility more available, sustainable, and inclusive.

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Ryder orders more than 200 heavy-duty natural gas trucks as part of SANBAG project

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Based on estimates using California’s Carl Moyer program guidelines, the project will reduce more than 9.2 tons of diesel particulate emissions from local neighborhoods. million pounds (4,195 metric tons) of greenhouse gas emissions per year, more than 131 tons of nitrogen oxide emissions annually, and completely eliminate 2.65

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Are You Plugged In?

Revenge of the Electric Car

NEV stands for neighborhood electric vehicle, which can travel at a top speed of 25 mph. The Society of Automotive Engineers International recently published guidelines to standardize the shape of the plug and sockets for safely powering up electric vehicles.

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Tips: A Step-by-Step Guide for Sending an EV Abroad

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Come up with a list of all the shipping companies and international auto transporters in your neighborhood to narrow down your choices. Also, look for your state’s guidelines regarding their requirements before approving the shipping transaction, like the ones enforced by the state of California.

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