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Fuel / Technology: Electric Drive

Utilities Poles

Utilities Work Hard to Drive EVs

July 23, 2019California utilities create incentive programs to reduce two major barriers for electric fleets—high infrastructure costs and demand charges.

Fleet Owner
Mari Roberts, Frito-Lay

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EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Technology, Efficiency and Strategy Drive Frito-Lay’s Fleet Sustainability

July 16, 2019Mari Roberts, senior director of transportation at Frito-Lay, discusses how the company is at the forefront of sustainability and implementing advanced vehicle technologies and fuel efficiencies.
Climate Mayors Announcement

Climate Mayors EV Purchasing Collaborative Announces More Than 140 Cities and Counties Have Committed to Purchasing Over 2,100 EVs by 2020

July 15, 2019In late June, dozens of mayors took the stage to announce their commitment to purchasing EVs in partnership with the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative.

Electrification Coalition

The Promise (and Potential Pitfall) of VW Settlement Funding

July 10, 2019Fortunately, the first round of VW funds was not a flash-in-the-pan. However, should states fail to consider fleets’ recommendations for the next rounds of funding, the Volkswagen Settlement Funds may be a one-hit-wonder.

TRC
Mike Hasinec - Penske

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EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Penske Truck Leasing is a Proven Innovator in Vehicle Maintenance

July 2, 2019Mike Hasinec, vice president of maintenance at Penske Truck Leasing, talks about success in keeping up with the rapid pace of changing vehicle technology.
Electricity Pricing

How Does Electricity Pricing Affect Fleet Electrification?

June 19, 2019Understanding the mechanics of electricity pricing and how a utility operates can be a critical step in optimizing, and minimizing, the long-term costs of fleet electrification.

TRC

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Trillium Provides New Paradigm for EV Fleet Charging with PowerUP

June 19, 2019Kim Okafor, electric transportation manager at Trillium, discusses how the company has become a leader in sustainability and offers advice to women interested in the transportation sector.
Alternative Fuel Natural Gas UPS Truck

The “Ready Now” Alternative Fuel

June 17, 2019UPS’ significant investment sends a clear statement that RNG is a trusted, “ready now” solution to reducing emissions.

Fleet Owner
Climate Mayors and Fleet Electrification

Major National Fleet Electrification Announcement Planned for June

June 6, 2019Climate Mayors will be making a major announcement at the June Climate Mayors Summit related to their near-term commitment to step up public fleet electrification.

Electrification Coalition
ACES Mobility

What does ACES Mobility Mean for Transportation?

May 30, 2019ACES mobility technologies – automated, connected, electric, shared – have the potential to improve congestion, reduce air pollution and create more affordable transportation.

Prospect Silicon Valley
Roger Nielsen Speaking at ACT Expo

Clean Transportation Solutions from ACT Expo 2019

May 15, 2019The innovations and technologies at ACT Expo demonstrated the significant increase in investment in advanced clean technologies and fuels for the commercial fleet sector.

Fleet Owner
Road to Low Carbon Fuel Standard

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More States Follow California’s Lead with Low Carbon Fuel Standard Programs

May 9, 2019California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard program has made an impression on other states and regions as they attempt to reduce their own carbon footprint.

TRC

2019 ACT Expo Fleet Awards

April 30, 2019ACT Expo Fleet Awards are the ultimate recognition of fleets and individuals who show true leadership in transportation, having gone above and beyond what has been required to tirelessly pursue sustainability in their fleet operations.

ACT Expo
Women in ACT Panel

Women in ACT: Implementing Innovation with a Diverse Workforce

April 29, 2019Ford Motor Company presented Women in ACT on Wednesday morning, a workshop that focused on why women are a critical component of the winning formula needed in today’s advanced clean transportation industry.

ACT Expo

Allison Transmission Embraces Electrification

April 25, 2019Allison Transmission, the world’s largest maker of automatic transmissions for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, is committed to advancing the electrification side of its business.

Daimler Trucks Goes All in on Battery Electrics

April 25, 2019Daimler Trucks North America has decided to make battery electric trucks its focus for alternative fuels, downplaying fuel cells and compressed natural gas.