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Fastcharge consortium presents prototype for 450 kW charging station; Porsche research vehicle charges at 400 kW

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BMW also had an i3 research vehicle at the inauguration. The industrial consortium includes automotive manufacturers the BMW Group and Dr. Ing. The charging capacity of the new FastChargers is three to nine times as high as what is currently possible with DC rapid-charging stations. million (US$8.9

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A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Management Software Solution

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Understanding EV Charging Stations Charging stations vary by connector type, use cases and locale, their power rating, and whether they are AC or DC. Installation can be costly, but dramatically speeds at-home EV charging time, depending on the exact charger model and local power grid access.

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Everything You Need to Know About EV Plug Types

EV Connect

The Evolution of EV Plug Types Travel around the world and you’ll soon realize that each continent (sometimes each country) seems to have its own plug to connect devices to the power grid. If you want to use your devices abroad, you’ll typically need an adapter or even a transformer to draw power.

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Volkswagen intends sales of 150K e-cars by 2020; 100K ID, ID SUV; >1M in 2025; more on MEB

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The power electronics are effectively a link that controls the flow of high-voltage energy between the motor and the battery. The power electronics convert the direct current (DC) stored in the battery into alternating current (AC). Meanwhile, a DC/DC converter supplies the onboard electronics with 12-volt power.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

If it’s manufactured on a ‘dirty’ power grid it becomes a major source of emissions over the EV lifecycle. The New Zealand Power Grid. of the country’s total electricity connections, but it’s growing fast. For example, BMW now buys cobalt directly from mines to avoid child exploitation by intermediaries.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

If it’s manufactured on a ‘dirty’ power grid it becomes a major source of emissions over the EV lifecycle. The New Zealand Power Grid. of the country’s total electricity connections, but it’s growing fast. For example, BMW now buys cobalt directly from mines to avoid child exploitation by intermediaries.