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Albert Straus, BMW Group collaborate to develop cow-powered electric cars

This collaboration uses biogas to create electricity that can charge electric cars.

November 20, 2019

Albert Straus, founder and CEO of Straus Family Creamery, Petaluma, Calif., collaborated with BMW Group, Germany, to make low carbon charging available for BMW’s electric vehicle (EV) customers in California.

Grupo Bimbo incorporates 4,000 new electric-powered vehicles

These distribution trucks are “wind-powered” by the Piedra Larga wind farm located in Oaxaca, México.

November 18, 2019

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Grupo Bimbo, Mexico, announced that starting in 2020, over the next four years, its fleet of electric distribution vehicles in Mexico will grow by 4,000 units, representing an investment of 2.8 billion pesos.

Jensen Meat installs solar-powered cells

The high-efficiency solar panels, manufactured by SunPower, are estimated to produce 43% of Jensen’s power.

November 13, 2019

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Jensen Meat installed solar-powered cells and an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at its Otay Mesa, Calif., headquarters manufacturing plant.

The ins and outs of propane vs. electric vehicles

Let’s compare the range and fueling times of EVs and propane autogas-fueled delivery vehicles.

Todd Mouw

October 4, 2019

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There is no “silver bullet” to solve the issue of harmful transportation emissions. The reality is that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are still under development for the commercial truck segment due to the complexity of truck configurations coupled with range and payload requirements.

Port of Long Beach deploys new hydrogen-, electric-powered cargo handling equipment

This move helps the port's goal in becoming what is said to be the world’s first zero-emissions seaport.

October 3, 2019

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The Port of Long Beach, Long Beach, Calif., implemented new hydrogen- and electric-powered cargo handling equipment at two shipping terminals.

Study evaluates electric autonomous mobility in U.S., China, India

The report focused on countries that are aspiring to be or are current leaders in vehicle manufacturing and intelligent mobility technologies.

August 22, 2019

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Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), Boulder, Colo., released a report that evaluates how mobility ecosystems are evolving in China, India and the United States.

Grocery retail chain installs eco-friendly, electric-standby connection system for refrigerated semi-trailers

SafeConnect Systems' Electric Standby Connection System is designed specifically for use with eTRUs on both refrigerated trucks and trailers.

May 23, 2019

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The grocery retailer needed a system that would eliminate the potential for human error in making volumes of high-voltage connections and disconnections by many different operators with varying skill levels.

Dot Transportation deploys pure-electric yard truck at California distribution center

Orange EV’s patent-pending technology is said to increase energy efficiency by more than 400% over traditional diesel systems.

April 24, 2019

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Dot Transportation, Inc., a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., Mt. Sterling, Ill., partnered with Orange EV, Riverside, Mo., to deploy Orange EV T-Series pure electric terminal truck at Dot’s distribution center in Modesto, Calif.

Albertsons to implement all-electric semi-trucks

The electric semis expand Albertsons’ commitment to running a safe, sustainable fleet to service its 2,300 stores nationwide.

November 9, 2018

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Albertsons Cos., Boise, Idaho, released its 2018 Sustainability Update, highlighting successes in reducing waste, expanding organic offerings, leading in seafood sustainability and more.

Golden State Foods implements electrification project to save fuel, lower emissions

This project allows GSF’s cargo trucks to stop idling their engines to keep food cold, and instead plug into power outlets at the facility.

August 10, 2018

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Golden State Foods (GSF), Irvine, Calif., installed a total of 32 electric power outlets in its Garner, N.C., distribution center to cut costs and lower air emissions as part of a Duke Energy electrification project.

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Albert Straus, BMW Group collaborate to develop cow-powered electric cars

Grupo Bimbo incorporates 4,000 new electric-powered vehicles

Jensen Meat installs solar-powered cells

The ins and outs of propane vs. electric vehicles

Port of Long Beach deploys new hydrogen-, electric-powered cargo handling equipment

Study evaluates electric autonomous mobility in U.S., China, India

Grocery retail chain installs eco-friendly, electric-standby connection system for refrigerated semi-trailers

Dot Transportation deploys pure-electric yard truck at California distribution center

Albertsons to implement all-electric semi-trucks

Golden State Foods implements electrification project to save fuel, lower emissions

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