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Ford’s adoption of Tesla NACS could change the EV charging landscape [Opinion]

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The move may change the EV charging landscape in North America. First, Tesla pointed out that NACS’ AC charging offers up to 1 MW DC charging, providing twice the power of the conventional Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors in a neat slim package. Its legacy alone makes it a formidable player in the growing EV industry.

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Nidec to Acquire Emerson Electric Co. Motors & Controls Business

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Nidec believes that EMC’s large industrial motors, medium-size central air conditioning motors, related motion control technologies and the developing main motors for electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicles, will not only expand Nidec’s current product portfolio, but also contribute to further stabilizing volatility in its profitability.

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Why are some EV chargers more expensive than others?

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Recently, the automobile industry has developed quickly. The automobile industry is investing in protecting the environment. Another type of EV chargers is the Direct Current (DC) fast chargers. Direct current (DC) fast chargers are convenient for longer drives. Get a free EV charger quote now >.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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"It is unreasonable to expect the Volt and any similar new technology to be immediately profitable when other technologies that started with a price premium, such as the Toyota Prius, became wild successes," said Chelsea Sexton, an advisory board member of Plug-In America. So is the management in Washinton DC. Never again.

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