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Porsche opens first Charging Lounge

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Further Porsche Charging Lounges are currently planned for Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The digital building management optimises power consumption, for example by automatically dimming the lighting when there are no guests. Last year, Porsche participated in a further round of financing for this joint venture.

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SAIC showcases battery-electric Maxus EV80 van range at IAA

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The light commercial vehicle manufacturer, a subsidiary of China’s largest vehicle manufacturer SAIC Motor, is also announcing LeasePlan as its exclusive partner in Europe, as it prepares for its full brand launch in 2019. With the introduction of the Maxus light commercial vehicle brand, SAIC Mobility Europe starts its European activities.

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Canoo Pickup, Kia EV6, Honda and Mini EV Plans: EV Week in Review – Mar 9-15

EV Adoption

And EV straggler Honda shed a bit more light on its upcoming EVs built on GM’s Ultium battery and powertrain platform. Austria, Belgium, Greece, Ireland, Lithuania, Luxembourg and Malta also signed up. Automakers and Models. That facility was previously used by electric car manufacturer Green Tech Automotive.

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