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Cummins Westport lands major transit fleet orders for natural gas engines from LA and San Diego

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CWI) is supplying engines for two of the largest natural gas transit fleet orders in North America to date, with combined orders of more than 900 ISL G engines. liter engine to be deployed in 2014 and 2015, with an option to purchase an additional 350 buses in 2016 for both its own fleet and contract operators. Cummins Westport Inc.

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Maven deploying its first all-electric shared-use fleet in Austin; 20 Chevy Bolts

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Maven is now offering its first all-electric fleet of cars for use in the gig economy; 20 Chevrolet Bolt EVs are available for freelance drivers in Austin, Texas to earn money on their own schedules. Maven Gig vehicles are available for flat weekly rates that include the car, unlimited miles, insurance (minus deductibles) and maintenance.

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President Obama issues Memorandum on Federal fleet performance to push for alternative fueled vehicles; GSA pilot project on EV purchases

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In conjunction with the Memorandum, the General Services Administration (GSA) launched a pilot project to incorporate electric vehicles and technologies into the Federal fleet. Optimum fleet size. In addition, the VAM shall address composition for agencies’ light-duty fleets based on their missions. GSA purchase.

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ABB launches Terra 53 DC fast charger in NA; SAE Combo and CHAdeMO

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ABB has introduced the Terra 53 for North America, showcasing it at the Plug-in 2013 conference in San Diego. With its 15 to 30 minute charging time, the Terra 53 is suited for highway and city centers, fueling stations, fleets, and other infrastructure providers interested in tapping into the growing EV charging revenue stream.

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Volkswagen selects Hughes Telematics as exclusive provider of advanced connected vehicle services to US market

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HTI offers a portfolio of location-based services for consumers, manufacturers, fleets and dealers through two-way wireless connectivity. In-Drive, HTI’s aftermarket solution, offers safety, security, convenience, maintenance and data services. Networkfleet, Inc., Networkfleet, Inc.,

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Ryder and Staples to use compressed natural gas tractors in Southern California

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and Staples have agreed to add ten heavy duty compressed natural gas (CNG) tractors to Ryder’s dedicated fleet servicing Staples, the world’s largest office products company. Ryder System, Inc.

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Ford Next launches flexible lease pilot with Uber for rideshare drivers going electric

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Called Ford Drive, the pilot program offers flexible access to Ford Mustang Mach-E models and has launched in San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. In each city, the Ford Drive team works with local dealers to purchase a fleet of Mustang Mach-Es.

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