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DIY Car Maintenance Tasks to Try at Home

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Fortunately, certain maintenance tasks are DIY projects and can save you money, as the average cost of car repairs ranges between $300 to $500. This article highlights some DIY car maintenance tasks you can tackle at home.  Conversely, garages can charge $300 or more to replace them.

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Tesla owner designs creative Model Y solar roof mod that adds up to 60 miles a day

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A Tesla Model Y owner has created what is arguably one of the most useful DIY accessories ever designed for a mainstream electric car. Using some clever DIY strategies and conventional solar panels, the Model Y owner was able to design a system that allows his all-electric crossover to charge from the sun while it’s parked outside.

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Solar Power for Sheds and Electric Car Charging Solutions

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With companies like Setec Power launching innovative products like their Home EV Charging Solar Carport System, the horizon for solar applications is broadening. – Integrate a Charge Controller: This component modulates the voltage from the solar panels to safely charge your battery bank and protect the system.

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Toyota, Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi to provide financial assistance for EV charging infrastructure in Japan

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and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation have agreed on the details of specific financial assistance they will provide to installers of charging stations for electric vehicles (PHVs, PHEVs, and EVs). The new program targets charging facilities recognized to have high public value under the subsidy utilization plans drawn up by local governments.

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Why battery-as-a-service will drive future of e-mobility | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

By taking fixed batteries out of the equation, BaaS reduces the upfront cost of EVs and thereby drives adoption. It also reduces vehicle downtime and improves utilisation, since swapping a removable battery is faster than charging a fixed one. Battery swapping must be affordable for end users to drive EV adoption.

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How to Save Money When Doing Car Maintenance and Repairs

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From learning simple DIY tricks to finding discounts and coupons online, there are plenty of smart ways to reduce costs when completing necessary automotive tasks. Many automotive shops offer promotions or coupons that can help reduce the cost of parts or services, so it’s worth taking the time to look for these deals.

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Is It Economical to Convert ICE Car to Electric Car Using Conversion Kit

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Cost Considerations #1. Conversion Kit Cost Conversion kits include components like electric motors, batteries, controllers, and charging systems. The cost varies widely depending on factors such as the vehicle type, desired range, and performance specifications.

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