Utility and Specialty Vehicles: EVs are becoming commonplace in many niche markets. A large portion of the fork lifts used today are electric; electric golf carts are common; and airports, theme parks, national parks, campuses, and the U.S. Postal Service are all buying electric vehicles that can deliver clean, quiet service.

	The SOLECTRIA FLASH, an electric micro pickup truck, is designed for industrial and off-street operation. It offers a top speed of 25 mph, a range of 60 miles, and a payoff load of 1,000 pounds. It is available through Solectria Corporation, Wilmington, Mass. www.solectria.com or 978-658-2231.
	The SOLECTRIA CITIVAN, an electric walk-in delivery van, offers a top speed of 45 mph, a range of 45 miles, and a payload of 3,500 pounds. Solectria CitiVans are now in service in Massachusetts, New York, Alabama, and Chile. www.solectria.com or 978-658-2231.
	The E-TRAM, the electric transportation solution, is designed to provide safe and cost-effective public transportation for up to 30 passengers. Configured with a 36 or 48 volt drive train that travels at speeds up to 15 mph while providing a range of 24 miles on a single charge, the E-Tram is ideal for schools, universities, convention centers, amusement parks, large commercial complexes, and industrial facilities. It is manufactured by Taylor Dunn, which has provided electric utility vehicles for several decades. www.taylor-dunn.com.
	An electric U.S. POSTAL Service Vehicle is being produced by Baker Electromotive, Inc., and Ford to fill a 5,000 vehicle order from the U.S. Postal Service. The vehicles are battery powered and can be driven between 50 and 80 miles before recharging. They accelerate from 0 to 50 mph in 12.5 seconds and produce virtually no tailpipe emissions. Baker Electromotive, Inc.
	The CUSHMAN HAWK has a rugged 48-volt drive system and 65 hp motor, plus a productive 1,200 lb payload capacity . It travels at speeds up to 22 mph. A strong unitized steel body and operator-friendly controls make the Hawk a dependable partner for all types of jobs. It is manufactured and distributed by Textron Truf Care and Specialty Products, Racine, Wis. 1-888-922-8873. www.ttcsp.textron.com.