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Sustainable Rail International, U of Minnesota partner to develop most powerful carbon-neutral locomotive, using new steam engine and biocoal

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CSR plans to break the world record for steam locomotive speed, reaching 130 mph (209 km/h). Figure of person provided for scale. CSR Project 130 will draw on the carbon-neutral solid biofuel research expertise of the University of Minnesota and the modern steam mechanical engineering capabilities of SRI. Locomotive 3463.

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Michigan EV maker GGT Electric wins South Carolina state contract for LSVs

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The vans will be used for a multitude of potential purposes, including, but not limited to, campus supervision, grounds maintenance, parking meter enforcement, personal transportation, light hauling, and others. SPeed is 25 mph (40 km/h). The E-Dyne van is powered by a 72V or 96V Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM)battery pack.

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Amtrak invests $2.4B for next-gen Alstom Avelia high-speed trainsets and infrastructure upgrades

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The new trainsets will operate along the Washington – New York – Boston Northeast Corridor initially at speeds up to 160 mph (258 km/h) and will be capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h) and thus will be able to take advantage of future NEC infrastructure improvements. million passengers in FY 2002 to 3.5 million in FY 2014.

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smart, MINI Unveiling Electric Scooter Concepts at Paris Show; Central Role for Smartphones

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The brushless direct current hub drive transmits its power directly to the rear wheel, and is clean and maintenance-free. The smart escooter has a top speed of 45 km/h (28 mph). Tags: Electric (Battery) Personal Transit. As the motor does not take up any space in the chassis, more stowage space is available there.

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Mission Motors launches EV powertrain division targeting OEM sales across multiple vehicle platforms

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The modular MissionEVT systems can be scaled up for use in large trucks or down for innovative personal transportation solutions as well as for motorcycles and light-duty vehicles, the company says. The electric bike has a top speed of 150 mph (241 km/h) and an estimated range of 150 miles. Recharging takes about 2 hours at 240V.

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Riversimple introduces Rasa prototype two-seater fuel cell vehicle; 300 miles on 1.5kg H2; production version in 2018

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For a fixed monthly fee and mileage allowance, similar in expenditure to leasing and running a new family-sized hatchback, the company will cover all repair, maintenance, insurance and fuel expenses. The result is a range of up to 300 miles (483 kg) on 1.5kg of hydrogen and a top speed of 60 mph.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV now EPA-rated for more than 300 miles of driving range

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An IONIQ 5 with this configuration can go from 0 to 60 MPH in less than 5 seconds. All configurations have a top speed of 115 MPH and can tow a trailer with a capacity of up to 2,000 pounds. Maintenance Alert Enhancement tracks maintenance intervals in the multimedia system, with ability to reset.

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