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Volvo Trucks North America demonstrates pilot electric VNR models; Volvo LIGHTS

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Volvo Trucks North America offered a first look at its Class 8 battery-electric project trucks during an exclusive event at TEC Equipment dealership in Fontana, California. The Volvo LIGHTS project’s transformative impact on fleet operations is designed to be scalable and replicable to reduce emissions throughout the freight eco-system.

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Carrier partners with ConMet to advance zero-emission transport refrigeration solutions

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Carrier is further expanding its electrification capabilities through a new alliance with ConMet , adding trailer wheel-based power generation that captures energy that otherwise would be wasted during braking events. The eHub is capable of generating up to 156 kW in a single braking event.

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Prague buying 20 Solaris bi-articulated Trollino 24 electric trolleybuses

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Traction batteries, used as a source of energy in the event of power supply failure, will be placed on the roof of the vehicle’s second section. Both the lighting in the passenger compartment and external lighting have been designed using LED technology. Each vehicle will feature four axles, including two drive axles.

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First of heaviest Hummer SUV ever auctioned for Tread Lightly cause

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In Edition 1 launch spec with Moonshot Green Matte paint, the first Hummer EV SUV was auctioned off by Barrett-Jackson at the company's Scottsdale, Arizona, event.

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X Takeover event featured first Tesla light show with live performance

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Tesla Owners Silicon Valley held the X Takeover event for Tesla and SpaceX enthusiasts over the weekend, and along with a surprise virtual appearance from Elon Musk, the meetup also included the first Tesla light show with a dedicated live performance and more. You can watch the full Tesla light show from the 2024 X Takeover below.

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Daimler Trucks’ FUSO introduces eCanter SensorCollect concept refuse truck

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The vehicle proposes an application of the emissions-free light-duty truck to make essential garbage collection services more efficient and environmentally conscious. Through these events, more than 100 ideas to date have been generated.

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Rivian teases R2 lights and silhouette, announces unveiling event details

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A teaser posted on the automaker’s website highlights this, as the R2 could be seen featuring lights and a silhouette that looks very similar to the two flagships. A close look at the R2 in the teaser, however, shows slightly smaller “stadium” headlights and a more rounded light bar.

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