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NHTSA proposes updated CAFE standards for LDVs, fuel-efficiency standards for HD pickups and vans

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NHTSA is also setting forth proposed augural standards for MY 2032 passenger cars and light trucks, that would increase at 2% and 4% year over year, respectively, as compared to the prior year’s standards. The proposal would also drive fuel efficiency improvements for heavy-duty pickup trucks and work vans.

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US Air Force demonstrating hydrogen as alternate fuel source

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The US Air Force is demonstrating the use of hydrogen as an alternate fuel source at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. This 25-passenger crew bus is one of the vehicles powered by a hydrogen fuel cell used at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in a demonstration of hydrogen as an alternative fuel source. (US

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Oregon DEQ seeking public comments on implementing Low Carbon Fuel Standard before sunset in 2015

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Oregon’s Department on Environmental Quality (DEQ) is inviting public comment on a proposed rulemaking that would fully implement Oregon’s low carbon fuel standard (LCFS). The first phase required Oregon producers and importers of fuels to register with DEQ, keep records and submit reports about the fuels they currently supply.

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European project working to establish basis for standardization of methanol fuels in Europe

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A current research project is working to establish the technical basis for standardization of methanol fuels in Europe. The partners in the “Methanol Standard” project aim to pave way for the certification and market launch of methanol fuels.

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CARB moves forward with third-party verification for Low Carbon Fuel Standard

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California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) has supported an innovative revolution in alternative fuels. Those fuels have replaced more than 2.5 billion gallons of petroleum fuel in the past 12 months, providing Californians with cleaner alternatives.

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FedEx and Chanje to add charging infrastructure to 42 FedEx stations in California

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The company believes that wider adoption of alternative-fuel, electric and hybrid electric vehicles in transportation will play a key role in reducing global emissions, while diversifying and expanding renewable energy solutions. The DC charging system was designed specifically for FedEx. Ryder System, Inc.

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Biden Administration releases EV Charging Action Plan

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To gather input from the widest possible array of stakeholders, DOT has a new EV Charging Request for Information, where stakeholders can submit their priorities for Federal standards and guidance for consideration. Guidance and Standards for States and Cities. Requesting Information from Domestic Manufacturers.

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