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BMW and Nissan again partner to add 174 more DC fast chargers in US with EVgo

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BMW and Nissan have again joined forces—this time with EVgo, the nation’s largest public DC Fast charging network—to increase public access to DC Fast charging stations across the US. This latest expansion builds on the 120 dual-port DC Fast chargers that BMW and Nissan announced together in December 2015. Earlier post.)

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Recargo progressing with WCEH fast-charger buildout; subcontract with Supercharger builder Black & Veach

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The stations will be compatible with both the CCS plug used by electric vehicles manufactured by BMW, GM, and Volkswagen, and the CHAdeMO plug used by Kia, Nissan, and Mitsubishi. The fast chargers will enable EV drivers to recharge their batteries in about 30 minutes.

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When Will EVs Hit Primetime?

Revenge of the Electric Car

BMW’s Mini is rolling out its electric car in three phases. Most electric-car makers are working under the assumption that once the battery runs down, cars will recharge at home rather than on the road – limiting the cars to short distances. Total cars initially available: 4,700. Other automakers are also proceeding cautiously.

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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

"From what we have seen so far, [Chinese electric vehicle] technology is not that advanced" in terms of things like battery life, driving range and recharging, said Nick Reilly, head of GM Asia-Pacific operations, on Monday. Mitsubishi to help Oregon build. BYD has said it is aware of these issues and is working resolve them.

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Why Warren Buffett is investing in electric car company BYD - Apr. 13, 2009

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A chemist and government researcher, Wang raised some $300,000 from relatives, rented about 2,000 square meters of space, and set out to manufacture rechargeable batteries to compete with imports from Sony and Sanyo. The day after Fortunes visit to BYD, Oregon Gov. tons of carbon dioxide. 107.12% Rite Aid Corporation 0.66

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