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False Starts: The Story of Vehicle-to-Grid Power

Cars That Think

They wanted to see whether an electric vehicle could feed electricity back to the grid. The company’s president, Tom Gage , dubbed the system “vehicle to grid” or V2G. And EV owners would become entrepreneurs, selling electricity back to the grid. And indeed, that’s how promoters of vehicle-to-grid technology perceive the EV.

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This Dutch City Is Road-Testing Vehicle-to-Grid Tech

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Unlike those you may have grown accustomed to seeing, many of these stations don’t just charge electric cars—they can also send power from vehicle batteries to the local utility grid for use by homes and businesses. Debates over the feasibility and value of such vehicle-to-grid technology go back decades.

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Anker Solix F3800 and Home Power Panel create an accessible whole-home backup solution

Baua Electric

With 1,800W AC input, charging from the grid doesn’t have to take long, either. Solix Home Power Panel What takes the F3800 to the next level is combining it with the Anker Solix Home Power Panel. Home Power Panel can manage solar, battery, and grid power with different modes.

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Gear up for outdoor adventures with BLUETTI’s huge spring sale

Baua Electric

It’s time to gear up and hit the road to beat the summer rush, whether that’s van life, glamping, RV camping, or more rugged, off-grid experiences. From portable power solutions to expandable battery packs, BLUETTI is the undisputed leader in providing world-class solutions for all of your power needs, no matter where you go.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

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Starting this year, thousands of battery-powered electric drive Volkswagen vehicles capable of both loading and offloading current—bidirectional charging, as industry calls it—have been rolling off production lines in eastern Germany. Volkswagen's current ID models with 77 kWh battery option now come ready for bidirectional charging.

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

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

" President Obamas auto task force doesnt see it that way. Toyota Prius modders have already been adding larger batteries so the vehicle can run on battery power. A simple, clean, efficient EV that wont run out of juice because of its on-board gas generator. guess who GM sold the NIHM auto-battery patents too.

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