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BMW i home energy storage system integrates 2nd-life i3 vehicle batteries

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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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BMW ActiveE testing in Leipzig for longer-range commuting and recuperation strategies

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The project is funded as part of the showcase “Electromobility Connects” Bavaria-Saxony by the federal government. In recuperation, the electric motor functions as a generator to recharge the battery pack when the driver takes his or her foot off the gas pedal.

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BMW previews future driver assistance and connected vehicle developments at CES, including more automated driving

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BMW selected the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2014 in Las Vegas as a venue at which to preview future developments and new applications of connected vehicle technology for series-produced vehicles. The app also provides drivers the assistance they need outside the car.

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BMW ActiveE available for leasing in US in Fall 2011

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The drive components and battery technology that will be used in the MCV are being tested in the BMW ActiveE. The feedback from customers testing the MINI E and the BMW ActiveE will be fed directly into series production of the MCV, which the BMW Group will be launching under a new sub-brand in 2013. Earlier post.)

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AC Propulsion sends eBox EV to Denmark for V2G research focused on buffering intermittent renewable energy

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DTU had to clear regulatory hurdles to import the eBox, which is not homologated in Europe, but the university needed an eBox specifically because it is equipped with AC Propulsion’s integrated charger, which allows grid-connected charging and discharging at up to 18 kW.

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BMW begins Phase 2 of ChargeForward Program with PG&E to study advanced electric vehicle charging; results from Phase 1

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BMW supplemented the smart charging of these vehicles with a solar-powered battery system made from BMW Group second-life EV batteries to support the grid during these demand response events, as necessary.

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BMW announces partners and services for 360° Electric portfolio for BMW i drivers

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BMW says it is situated to branch into complementary electric vehicle markets because of its experience with the MINI E and ActiveE field trials. ParkNow LongTerm connects BMW i drivers to dedicated parking spaces with charging stations in parking garages on a long-term based rental in select cities. Electric (Battery)'

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