Tesla is the only EV maker that can sell directly to consumers in WA. Lawmakers might change that
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Tesla is the only EV maker that can sell directly to consumers in WA. Lawmakers might change that

Tuesday, February 4, 2025FROM THE WASHINGTON STATE STANDARDby Jerry Cornfield There’s bipartisan support for allowing other manufacturers of zero-emission vehicles, like Rivian and Lucid, to do so. Car dealers have been opposed. WASHINGTON STATE STANDARD, Olympia–Washington wants more electric vehicles on the road. It’s offered generous incentives for EV buyers and set deadlines barring new…

TODAY: WSF to Publish Key Parts of ‘Invitation to Bid’ for 5 New Hybrid Boats
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TODAY: WSF to Publish Key Parts of ‘Invitation to Bid’ for 5 New Hybrid Boats

Thursday, May 30, 2024 10:55 a.m. This afternoon, WSF will mark an important and exciting milestone with the publication of volumes I and II of an “Invitation to Bid” (IFB), inviting shipbuilders in and out of Washington to submit qualifications to build five hybrid-electric vessels,” Dana Warr told CNL2 moments ago. Warr is Deputy Director…

BC Ferries Buying Four ‘Zero-emission’ Vessels
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BC Ferries Buying Four ‘Zero-emission’ Vessels

In addition to the six new hybrid electric “Island Class” vessels that BC Ferries put into service in the past five years, the agency is now ordering four new battery electric ferries to be used on small-volume and shorter routes. At the same time, the agency is also commissioning the building of the accompanying battery-charging…