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More details about California’s proposal requiring bidirectional charging capabilities for all EVs

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A handful of bidirectional-capable EVs are available today, and automakers are quickly implementing the technology. Then it takes the DC from the bus, or car, and converts it back to AC to provide power for the grid. It’s not just for the high end—even the Nissan LEAF has bidirectional capabilities today.

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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles

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