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Germany putting another €300M into EV charging infrastructure

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Germany’s Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure has launched a new €300-million program for the construction of EV charging stations. We build the charging infrastructure where it is needed in everyday life and that is with the people “on site”—at supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, swimming pools or sports fields.

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Honda tests Gen 2 prototype electric autonomous work vehicle with Black & Veatch

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The result is a new category of capable work vehicle that can be deployed in a variety of dynamic work environments. The site was an ideal environment to test the ability of the Honda AWV to stop at precise points along a pre-set route. Charge time. Towing weight limit. 750kg (1653lbs) (including the weight of a trailer).

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Bharat Petroleum opens 19 EV charging stations in three southern states

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Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has now opened 19 EV fast-charging stations in three states, namely, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamilnadu, per the company’s latest announcement. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) launches 19 EV fast charging stations What is in the store for us?

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HELLA and Vahle developing wireless charging systems for plug-in vehicles

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HELLA is working with Paul Vahle GmbH to develop wireless (inductive) charging systems for plug-in vehicles. The cooperation between Vahle and HELLA combines the expertise and experience of both companies in the field inductive charging. Wireless, inductive charging is a far more convenient way to recharge a vehicle''s battery system.

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Tesla adds two awesome new features with recent software update

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Beach Buggy Racing Gets Supercharger-specific Leaderboards It’s definitely not as impactful as other features, but Tesla is making some attempts to bolster its arcade as a quality one after it began phasing out Steam from its cars. Check out Tesla’s new Adaptive Headlights in action These features could make it to U.S.

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€4.6M eNterop project for PEV-charging point interoperability kicks off

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The eNterop project, the goal of which is to to ensure the smooth interoperation of plug-in vehicles (PEVs) and charging points from different manufacturers, recently had its kick-off meeting in Berlin. Funding for the €4.6-million million (US$6.2-million) Funding for the €4.6-million million (US$6.2-million)

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Kenworth, Peterbilt working with Dana on electric truck powertrain development

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The high-energy density battery packs can be recharged in about an hour using the vehicle’s DC fast-charging system, making both the Class 6 Kenworth K270E and Class 7 K370E cabovers suited for local pickup and delivery, as well as short regional haul operations.

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