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The all-new and all-electric Lotus Eletre, billed as a progressive Hyper-SUV has debuted. It’s the first of a new line of pure electric SUVs from, ahem, Lotus. Known until now by its Lotus code-name, Type 132, the Eletre claims to be a “globally relevant product of sustainable mobility for a worldwide audience.” Hyper, because Eletre joins select ‘Two-Second Club’ – capable of 0-100km/h (0-62mph) in less than three seconds.
“The Eletre, our Hyper-SUV, is a new performance car from an iconic performance car brand and it will appeal to independent-minded and adventurous driving enthusiasts -those who love the thrill of driving. It is a unique combination of beautiful design, exceptional dynamic performance and everyday usability, for those who dare to look beyond the conventional, and marks a turning point for our business and brand,” claimed Qingfeng Feng, CEO, Group Lotus. Continue reading
Clean Truck, Bus CALSTART Incentives Available at CARB
HVIP has funded more 9,000 clean trucks and buses.
The California Air Resources Board and CALSTART reopened incentives for clean trucks and buses today with more than $400 million now available to speed California’s move to zero-emission vehicles.
This is the biggest funding round in the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) to date. Launched by the California Air Resources Board in 2009, HVIP provides for first-come, first-served incentives that reduce the incremental cost of commercial vehicles. The project is administered by CALSTART. Continue reading →