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company-wide fleet, and will be serving Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions stores in Southern California. to make the first commercial 100% zero-emission grocery delivery with a Class 8 truck in the US. to make the first commercial 100% zero-emission grocery delivery with a Class 8 truck in the US. Albertsons Cos.
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