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AYRO launches low-speed Electric Vaccine Vehicle

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a designer and manufacturer of light-duty, short-haul, and last-mile delivery electric vehicles (EVs), has launched the Electric Vaccine Vehicle (EVV). Select EVV configurations can be registered and licensed to operate at 25 MPH on city streets with posted speeds up to 35 MPH. AYRO, Inc., Element Fleet Management Corp.,

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ANA and Joby to establish eVTOL ridesharing service in Japan; Toyota joining for ground integration

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Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) also joined the partnership, with the intention of exploring opportunities such as ground-based transportation. For example, the 31-mile (50 km) journey from Osaka station to Kansai International Airport could take less than 15 minutes by air rather than one hour by car. Earlier post.)

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Phoenix Motorcars, EasyMile win grant for development of first FMVSS-compliant autonomous shuttle bus in US

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It will develop an autonomous vehicle technology prototype for private or public roads at 12-15 mph in 12 months from launch date, with further operation for 12 months of testing. As the inaugural class of AIM incubators, provide industry leadership in sharing project outcomes with the public transportation community.

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ROUSH CleanTech enters EV market with Class 6 electric vehicles

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ROUSH CleanTech, known for its advanced clean transportation solutions, is entering the electric truck market. ROUSH CleanTech’s battery electric vehicles have a maximum speed of 65 mph and a 100-mile range. Penske has been expanding its battery electric fleet for the past several years.

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Initial results from first phase of road trials for 40-ft BYD electric bus in Canada

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BYD typically advertises a 250 km (or 155+ mile) operational range for its 40 foot bus. Further, BYD claims (as shown in the chart above) that when bus average speeds increased up to the maximum speed of 70 km/h (43 mph), that the overall bus efficiencies increased to 0.75 kWh/km without air-conditioning and 1.5

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Scania introduces new generation of electric trucks for regional long-haul

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With the new Scania trucks, customers will be able to operate rigids or tractor-and-trailer combinations such as temperature-controlled food transports. Fixed routes that provide for planned charging at the home depot or at the destination are most favorable.

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Volvo Trucks North America introduces I-Torque; up to 31% increase in fuel-efficient speed range

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miles per gallon at 85 mph. The current business environment is a perfect example, where diesel prices are pacing well beyond $4 per gallon and the pressure on transportation is high.