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DOE VTO requesting information regarding prevalence of and solutions to EV no-charge events

Green Car Congress

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) is issuing a Request for Information ( DE-FOA-0002797 ) regarding the prevalence of and solutions to electric vehicle (EV) no-charge events. The purpose of this RFI is to solicit input from industry (e.g.,

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Google Maps adds more public EV charging information – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Most popular mapping apps can show the locations of public EV chargers—but they lack important details, such as whether a station requires payment, and whether it is currently in service (EV-specific apps such as PlugShare provide much more detailed information). Just before exiting, turn right.’”

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DOE releases Request for Information on EV-grid integration

Green Car Congress

The implementation of smart charging techniques. Research on the standards needed to integrate EVs with the grid, including communications systems, protocols, and charging stations. The cybersecurity challenges and needs associated with electrifying the transportation sector.

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WiTricity plans aftermarket wireless EV charging solution

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WiTricity, a leader and pioneer in wireless charging for electric vehicles (EVs), plans to offer an aftermarket wireless charging upgrade package for owners of select EV models, starting with a limited beta in 2022. Our research has shown us that consumers want wireless charging for their EVs.

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks opens charging park for customers in Wörth

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks, together with its project partner, the services division of Netze BW, has opened a charging park for customers near the Application Information Center (BIC) in Wörth am Rhein. To start, the eTruck Charging Park has six charging stations from different manufacturers with outputs between 40 kW and 300 kW.

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Ford Pro adds new Series 2 AC Charging Station 80 amp and expands DC Fast Charger options

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Ford Pro, the commercial division within Ford Motor Company, revealed new charging hardware added to its suite of end-to-end solutions to help make it easier for commercial customers to transition their fleets to electric. The new Series 2 AC Charging Station 80 amp and expanded DC Fast Charger options are designed for commercial vehicle use.

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These new EV charging features are coming to Google Maps

Electrek

Google's new Maps features help EV drivers find exact information about EV chargers' locations, plan charging stops for road trips, and more.

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