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A new electric ride-hailing service, Green SM, has debuted in Los Angeles, deploying a fleet of 500 VinFast VF 8 battery-electric SUVs. This venture aims to compete with established services like Uber and Lyft by utilizing company-owned EVs and employing full-time drivers, rather than relying on gig contractors.
The Tesla Semi has landed a landmark order for 2,500 battery-electric trucks from a new shipper alliance, ZET SCALE, marking the largest electric Class 8 vehicle acquisition in US history. This significant deal alone is expected to nearly double the existing fleet of electric heavy-duty trucks on American roads, with the alliance aiming for over 10,000 units long-term.
Dodge is set to revive its iconic Charger police cruiser, offering law enforcement agencies both a battery-electric (BEV) and a gasoline-powered variant starting in 2025. This dual-powertrain strategy aims to meet diverse departmental needs while embracing the shift towards electrification in public service fleets.
