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JRC: e-vehicle market in Europe is slowly gaining momentum, but breakthrough is needed

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A new European Joint Research Center (JRC) analysis on the deployment of electric vehicles (EV) in Europe concludes that although the sector evolved significantly between 2010 and 2017, progress is still small to be characterized as full-scale commercialization. In 2010, electric vehicles still represented a niche market.

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ABB launches 22 kW AC & DC fast charging station

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The Terra SC Duo is available throughout Europe. The AC wall box satellite system will be available later this year and offers additional compatibility to any electric or plug-in-hybrid vehicle. Towards the end of 2019, ABB estimates that the market for charging infrastructure solutions will reach $1 billion.

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MAN eTGE battery-electric van to be mass-produced from July onwards

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Around 70% of light commercial vehicles used in urban areas travel fewer than 100 kilometers per day on average. With the relevant battery maintenance, the 36 kWh rechargeable battery only loses around 15% of its ca-pacity after ten years and around 2,000 charging cycles. The average speed reached during this is low.

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Renault introduces two new electric light commercial vehicles

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At the Brussels Motorshow in Belgium, Renault Pro+ introduced two new electric light commercial vehicles—New Kangoo Z.E. The company is also expanding its range of connected services for commercial customers as well as its specialist network. has a greater available range than any other electric LCV. and Master Z.E.—to

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Volta Trucks to offer four full-electric commercial vehicle models between 7.5t and 19t by 2025

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Building upon the success of the Volta Zero—a purpose-built full-electric 16-tonne commercial vehicle designed for inner-city last mile deliveries ( earlier post )—Volta Trucks plans to expand its product portfolio with three additional variants within the medium- to lower end of the heavy-duty class.