Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2016

BMW Connected, a new personal mobility companion, made its world debut at Microsoft Build 2016, Microsoft’s developer conference, last week. The first version—called BMW Connected North America—is now available at the Apple App Store to BMW ConnectedDrive customers in the US for iOS devices.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers can now travel the most heavily-trafficked corridors on the East and West Coasts of the United States with the installation of 95 new DC Fast charging stations as part of the Express Charging Corridors Initiative—a collaboration of BMW of North America, Volkswagen of America, Inc.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

In an effort to further understand and expand the possibilities of smart charging for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), BMW of North America announced a second phase of its BMW ChargeForward program. BMW was the first to showcase this technology in a real-world application.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

In the initial phase, the aim is to install nearly 100 DC Fast charging ports across both coasts, with plans to expand the program to increase access to fast charging across the country. The SAE Combo connector is used in both BMW and Volkswagen electric vehicles as well as the Chevrolet Spark EV, with more applications anticipated.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Today, we've got news about VW's Electrify America charging-station project, BMW's solid-state battery research, and a big pledge by Toyota, as well as our first drive of the 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2016

BMW i announced a home stationary energy storage system solution integrating its BMW i3 vehicle battery at EVS 29 in Montréal. The system utilizes BMW i3 high-voltage batteries and can be expanded to incorporate second-life batteries as they become available in the market.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

BMW of North America has announced the partnerships and programs comprising its 360° Electric portfolio. 360° Electric encompasses products for home and public charging, assistance services, and flexible mobility. 360° Electric encompasses products for home and public charging, assistance services, and flexible mobility.

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Teslarati

MARCH 10, 2023

The plans will start with an electric “large saloon” car in 2027 that will be suited for both North America and Europe. Stellantis also plans to bring in an 800-volt charging architecture, which will enable fast charging, keeping owners at plug-in stations for less time. I’d love to hear from you!

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Driven by tighter emission standards in Europe, worldwide production of plug-in electric vehicles(PEVs)—including both battery-electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models—will increase by 67% this year, according to IHS Automotive, driven by Polk. The jump in the PEV market this year contrasts with an expected 3.6%

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Driivz

AUGUST 1, 2023

Easy access to charging infrastructure is a key enabler of electric vehicle (EV) adoption. SAE International (Society of Automotive Engineers) and the European Automobile Manufacturing Association (ACEA) proposed the Combined Charging System (CCS) standard in 2011. What are CCS “combo plugs”? When was CCS developed?

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Stage 1 Ventures led the round with participation from Air Waves Wireless Electricity and a strategic investment by Mitsubishi Corporation through its US subsidiary, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas). WiTricity technology can power enabled EVs without sacrificing energy efficiency or speed compared to conventional plug-in chargers.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW of North America announced, in cooperation with NRG EVgo, the expansion of the ChargeNow DC Fast program. ChargeNow DC Fast also includes two years of no-cost charging for qualifying BMW i3 drivers in those areas. —Rob Healey, Head of EV Infrastructure for BMW of North America.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 11, 2019

US Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Lamar Alexander (R-TN), Gary Peters (D-MI), and Susan Collins (R-ME) along with Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) introduced the Driving America Forward Act, bipartisan legislation to expand the electric vehicle and hydrogen fuel cell tax credits. ITC Holdings Corp., ITC Holdings Corp.,

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 14, 2013

BMW will introduce the Concept Active Tourer plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) for the first time in North America at the 2013 New York International Auto Show on 27 March. In addition to other introductions, the automaker will also showcase the diesel-powered BMW 328d. The Concept Active Tourer features a 1.5-liter

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Volkswagen of America will invest $10 million by 2016 to support the build-out of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the US, said Jörg Sommer, vice president, product marketing and strategy. Volkswagen will also invest to support installation of charging stations in certain dealer locations. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2011

BMW of North America and Coulomb Technologies announced that drivers of the BMW ActiveE all-electric vehicle ( earlier post ) will be able to take advantage of the expansion of the ChargePoint Network into the Boston Metro area. The BMW ActiveE is the BMW Group’s next step towards a mass-produced electric vehicle.

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EV Life

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

See which EVs are joining Tesla’s charging network and adopting the NACS plug. A wide variety of automakers have partnered with Tesla to provide NACS charge ports on their vehicles, giving drivers the ability to access and use the vast network of chargers and Tesla Superchargers to power their electric cars and trucks.

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Get Electric Vehicle

JANUARY 23, 2024

Tesla & The Wireless Charging Initially, Tesla was not in favour of wireless charging and they might have reasons for that. Designing and installing a wireless charging station is an expensive activity and when we look at wireless charging it doesn’t add much value to the overall EV experience.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Last month, we reported that Honda and Acura would join Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS). Yesterday, the automakers confirmed the reports and put a timeline on the commitment, stating that they would implement the plugs in new EVs starting in 2025.& General Motors said it would make the transition to NACS in 2024.&

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Driivz

APRIL 3, 2024

Global EV and plug-in hybrid sales (BEV+PHEV) topped 14 million units in 2023 ( EV Volumes ) and are projected to surpass 45 million by 2030 ( IEA ). Those vehicles are hungry for electrons, driving growth in charging stations and the infrastructure to support them. EV chargers are more than just high-current electrical outlets.

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Creative Greenius

AUGUST 12, 2009

Here’s a few shots from yesterday first full day of the Plug-In 2009 conference in Long Beach, California. The Greenius checking out the J1772 connector plug for the BMW Mini-E with Mini-E driver and EV advocate Stefano Paris. He charges his Mini-E it from the power his rooftop solar system generates.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 26, 2023

However, that hasn’t stopped many others from banding together to form their own charging network , including some who signed on with Tesla. General Motors, Stellantis, Honda, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Hyundai/Kia recently announced plans to create a new EV charging entity in the United States. & Though far from perfect. .&

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Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2016

SAE International approved for publishing “SAE TIR J2954 Wireless Power Transfer for Light-Duty Plug-In/ Electric Vehicles and Alignment Methodology,” a milestone industry guideline to establish wireless power transfer between infrastructure, vehicle suppliers and OEMs for plug-in electric and electric vehicles (PH/EV). Earlier post.)

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Creative Greenius

AUGUST 5, 2009

Too bad for America our corporations long ago outsourced that kind of effort and heart. When’s your affordable EV that gets 1oo mile range on a quick charge Ford? Keep in mind that BMW has no plans to actually make this car, they’re just testing it in Southern California to “gather data.&#.

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 19, 2023

ChargePoint has started preparing for the takeover of Tesla’s North American Charging Connector (NACS) by ramping up the production of its chargers that are compatible with the inlet. BMW , along with subsidiaries Mini and Rolls-Royce, is the latest and committed to the NACS connector earlier this week.

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Baua Electric

JULY 27, 2023

The three way partnership is matching to Ionity, a charging community three way partnership in Europe via BMW, Ford Motor Co., A powerful charging community will have to be to be had for all, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares mentioned. Hyundai, Mercedes and Volkswagen Workforce. will want via 2030.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2010

BMW Manufacturing Co. Hydrogen fuel cell-powered forklifts, tuggers and stackers will be used in BMW’s new assembly hall that produces the new BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle. Implementation of this new technology has been done in concert with partners from Linde North America and Plug Power.

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Cars That Think

APRIL 4, 2022

Some automakers keep trying to soothe it with ever-larger and heavier battery packs, so that consumers can go farther between charges. But their ability to charge to 80 percent capacity in as little as 18 minutes shows how EVs might circumvent the problem of battery overkill and still be fully viable as interstate cruisers.

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Creative Greenius

MAY 6, 2009

Reliable sources inform your Creative Greenius that Manhattan Beach is about to be named the first Southern California city to be part of BMW’s test of the new plug-in Mini E, the EV version of the popular Mini Cooper. Paul Scott of Plug-In America and Wally Rippel of AC Propulsion w/new Mini E (photo (c) Paul Scott).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

million to develop an advanced smart charging technology that maintains plug-in electric vehicle consumer needs while reducing charging loads, to achieve electricity grid benefits. The California Energy Commission is awarding the University of California, Berkeley $1.5

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Automakers, electric vehicle charging networks and other stakeholders have joined together to create the ROEV Association (ROEV), a neutral collaboration of industry stakeholders designed to support EV adoption by facilitating public charging network interoperability. Driving an EV will be easier thanks to ROEV.

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Plug in America

AUGUST 10, 2022

Searches for new plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles are at record levels, increasing exponentially since energy prices soared in March 2022. High demand/brand new models such as the BMW i4, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Hyundai IONIQ 5 are in extremely high demand and short supply on dealership lots.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2018

In order to develop a sustainable market for these vehicles, it is important that all stakeholders from government, automakers, dealers, fuel providers, charging manufacturers, and utilities alike work together to develop a comprehensive and sustained strategy for success. The ZEV mandate is a consumption mandate—i.e.,

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Volkswagen of America, Inc. 2014 BMW i3. 2014 BMW i3. With the installation of the optional 240-volt wallbox, charging the battery can take less than four hours. With the installation of the optional 240-volt wallbox, charging the battery can take less than four hours. EPA ratings for select EVs. 2015 e-Golf.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

During 2014, the global plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) industry is poised to grow by 86% and will surpass more than 346,000 new vehicles sold, according to a new white paper—“ Electric Vehicles: 10 Predictions for 2014 ”—published by Navigant Research. More mainstream models will come from Kia, Mahindra, Škoda, and Volkswagen.

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Plugs and Cars

JULY 27, 2013

The electric Infiniti has been “postponed,” and BMW is entering the market with a car that doesn’t challenge Tesla. Plug-in vehicle sales are indeed increasing, with the LEAF and Volt each selling about 2500 units in June 2013. Even with Level 1 charging at work, these become 100+ mile cars. Level 2 is perfect for the home.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2012

Together these retailer groups handle 17 brands in multiple locations across Montreal, including Rolls Royce, Lamborghini, BMW, Lexus, and now, Fisker. Together these retailer groups handle 17 brands in multiple locations across Montreal, including Rolls Royce, Lamborghini, BMW, Lexus, and now, Fisker.

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