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a subsidiary of Zhejiang Geely Commercial Vehicle Group, to co-develop a medium-duty extendedrangeelectric truck. VIA Motors develops and markets extended-rangeelectric (eREV) and all-electric (EV) powertrain systems for most vehicle classes from light-duty through Class 8. Earlier post.).
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BYD has begun delivery of Europe’s largest single order for electric buses to Keolis Nederland BV, the Dutch subsidiary of global public transport provider, Keolis. Keolis has calculated an annual CO 2 reduction of more than 15,755 tonnes from the electric buses.
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BYD has secured the largest single order to date for full battery-electric buses in Europe in a deal with Keolis Nederland BV, the Dutch subsidiary of global public transport provider, Keolis. BYD’s 13-meter model is equipped with upgraded battery technology to provide extendedrange and city-to-city capability.
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