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GoFor and ODIN partner to launch last-mile commercial EV delivery platform in N America

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GoFor, a North American delivery company committed to carbon-negative last mile services, and ODIN Automotive announced a preferred partnership to deploy ODIN’s electric delivery vehicle ecosystem in the US and Canada starting in Q2 of 2022. ODIN acquired StreetScooter production rights from DHL in January. Earlier post.).

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PLANA signs LOI with Hi-Air for 30 CP-01 AAM aircraft for 2031 delivery

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PLANA also has LOIs with Ghenus Air in the United States and SkyTaxi in Japan to supply 20 and 50 aircraft, respectively. The company recently launched a new route between Muan and Kitakyushu, Japan. Under the LOI, PLANA will supply its hybrid-electric AAM aircraft, CP-01, to Hi-Air from 2030.

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London police trialing Suzuki Burgman fuel cell scooters; first trial outside of Japan

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The MPS is the only organization outside of Japan that Suzuki has approached to undertake such a trial. The maintenance and fuel costs will be met by a collaborative project which is being part funded by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC). The Burgman Fuel Cell scooters are not yet commercially available. Earlier post.)

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Japanese logistics provider Yamato Transport orders 500 StreetScooter EVs

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While restructuring a sustainable last mile delivery network for TA-Q-BIN, it has been a big challenge for us to develop new delivery vehicles with the consideration of our employee’s point of view. TA-Q-BIN provides next day (or two day) shipping services for residents in Japan to anywhere in the country. Yamato ordered 500 Work Pure.

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Honda to provide $13.8M to FirstElement Fuel to support build out of California hydrogen refueling infrastructure

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FE) to support the long-term operation and maintenance expenses of new hydrogen refueling stations in California. On 17 November 2014, Honda unveiled the FCV Concept in Japan, pointing the way to an all-new Honda fuel-cell vehicles slated for launch first in Japan by March 2016 followed by launches in the US and Europe.

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Report: JR Tokai and 11 partners to team on bid for high-speed rail system in Florida

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The Nikkei reports that Central Japan Railway Co.(JR JR Tokai aims to win an order for a 130 km [81 miles] line connecting the cities of Tampa and Orlando. It hopes to build a system based on the Tokai shinkansen bullet train it operates in Japan. and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation. Nippon Sharyo Ltd.;

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Federal-Mogul electrical brushless diesel fuel pump offers enhanced durability and improved fuel economy

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Japan Toyu fuel: > 2,000 hours. > > 1 million miles in fleet testing. The design enables the product to enhance the life of an engine in service and reduce maintenance expenses. S15 ULSD: > 10,000 hours. Aviation JP fuel: > 2,000 hours. Canada diesel: > 2,000 hours.