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BMW i Ventures makes strategic investment in electric bus company Proterra; part of $55M round

Green Car Congress

Currently, the company has sold more than 400 vehicles to cities and communities in the US, including Seattle, Dallas, Nashville, San Jose, Philadelphia and Reno. The company recently launched of the industry’s first autonomous bus development program with the University of Nevada, Reno.

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Electrification and Expansion: Mitsubishi's 2030 Plan

The Truth About Cars

The strategy was presented to dealer partners in Nashville, Tennessee, generating considerable positive feedback. This shift aims to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly vehicles and aligns with broader industry trends towards sustainable transportation.

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Amazon leans on Rivian to deliver packages in 100 U.S. cities for the Holidays

Teslarati

The 2022 Holiday season will be Rivian and Amazon’s first delivering packages in the EVs, and the e-commerce giant is depending on the sustainable transportation startup to deliver gifts in 100 U.S. cities this year.

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Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2024: Now just a week away

Baua Electric

EVs, solar power, collaboration, sustainable transport—this is what we’re all about at Electrek! July 19: Bridgestone Display Day and practicality judging at the Adventure Science Center in Nashville, TN. The FSGP serves as a qualifying event for the ASC, testing the roadworthiness and performance of each solar vehicle.

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Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024 season recap

Baua Electric

This was an 8-day competition where the solar cars left from Nashville, TN, and traveled along seven National Historic Trails in partnership with the National Parks Service, eventually crossing the finish line 1,550+ miles away in Casper, Wyoming. Sponsor the events! Planning for the Electrek Formula Grand Prix 2025 is already underway.

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