Commercial, EPRI and PHEV

EPRI / SCE Report Measures Consumers Interest in and Infrastructure Expectations for Plug-in Vehicles

Green Car Congress

JULY 26, 2010

Hybrid Owners have the highest interest in PHEVs. Source: EPRI/SCE. Additionally, EPRI envisions that the combined survey responses will provide a rich source of data to address issues related to preparing electric utilities as they accommodate PHEVs and other types of electric vehicles. Click to enlarge. Fast-charging.

EPRI

EPRI Plug-in Plug PHEV

Eaton to Support Project to Develop and Deploy Medium-Duty Plug-in Hybrid Systems; Stimulus Funding to Support Largest Commercial PHEV Demonstration to Date

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AUGUST 13, 2009

This will represent the largest deployment of commercial PHEVs to date. Eaton will work with grant recipient South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and other affiliates, including the Electrical Power Research Institute (EPRI), Altec Industries, Compact Power Inc., Vehicles will be evaluated over a two-year period.

Eaton

Eaton Plug-in PHEV EPRI

UC Davis Researchers Suggest the Battery Problem Seen to Be Slowing Electric Drive Commercialization Is Perceptual as Well as Technological

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2010

Distribution of battery requirements for consumer-selected PHEV designs (shaded circles) compared to USABC, MIT and EPRI performance requirements. The present analysis explores both, with a particular emphasis on the latter—challenging untested assumptions regarding consumer valuation of PHEV capabilities. Units USABC MIT EPRI.

Davis

Davis Commercial PHEV EPRI

Ford Selects Johnson Controls-Saft for PHEV Battery Supplier in 2012; Adds 7 Utilities to PHEV Test Program

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

Ford has into a partnership with Johnson Controls-Saft (JCS) to develop advanced lithium-ion battery system to power Ford’s first production plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) beginning in 2012. Ford’s current demonstration fleet of Escape plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) is using JCS Li-ion packs. Earlier post.).

PHEV

PHEV 2012 Ford EPRI

USCAR helps to develop charging-readiness tools for plug-in & electric vehicles through US DRIVE

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FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The first tool is a six-page permitting template that can be adapted by local governments to help standardize permitting and inspection procedures for plug-in electric vehicles (PHEVs) between different regions.

Plug-in

Plug-in Electric Vehicles Plug EPRI

Gov’t, industry, national labs collaborate on comprehensive cradle-to-grave LCA study and economic assessment of LDV GHG reductions

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FEBRUARY 11, 2018

Numerous LCA tools have been used to evaluate the GHG emissions associated with various vehicle-fuel technologies, including fossil fuels, biofuels, hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVS), and battery electric vehicles (BEVs). transportation sector.

Industrial

Industrial Industry Gasoline-Electric PHEV

Ford Testing Intelligent System for Plug-in Vehicle to Grid Communication to Manage Charging

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2009

The Ford PHEV charge settings user interface. This vehicle-to-grid communication technology is an important step in the journey toward the widespread commercialization of electric vehicles. Ford’s PHEV vehicle-to-grid communications. Ford’s key partners in this effort include: Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI).

Grid

Grid Plug-in Plug Ford

Third Phase of SDGE In-Use Study Shows PHEVs Excel on Fuel Economy and GHG Emissions Reductions Compared to Gasoline ICE and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles

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JULY 16, 2009

One of SDG&E’s converted PHEVs. SDG&E is part of a 48-utility coalition with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and General Motors to advance the deployment of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

Gasoline-Electric

Gasoline-Electric San Diego Gasoline PHEV

Plug In 2008

Plug In Partners

AUGUST 1, 2008

T he Plug in 2008 National PHEV Conference in San Jose by most accounts was a big success. Here's one of the announcements that came out of the conference : EPRI, GM, 34 Utilities Collaborate to Advance Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles PALO ALTO, Calif. The entire PHEV environmental assessment is available on the EPRI website.

2008

2008 Plug-in Plug EPRI

INL analysis of 5 large-scale PEV and charging projects finds public charging infrastructure not needed everywhere to enable PEV adoption

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OCTOBER 1, 2015

Chrysler Ram Pickup: plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). SCAQMD/EPRI/Via Motors: PHEV vans and pickups. Chevrolet Volts: extended range electric vehicles (EREVs). The EV Project: charging infrastructure, Nissan Leafs, Chevrolet Volts and Car2Go Smart EVs. Between 1 Jan. 2011, and 31 Dec.

Charging

Charging Volt Chevrolet Plug-in

Study: even with high LDV electrification, low-carbon biofuels will be necessary to meet 80% GHG reduction target; “daunting” policy implications

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JULY 3, 2015

The two studies—EPRI-NRDC and ANL—serve as “ excellent bookends ” for comparing minimal and maximal electrification of passenger transportation, the researchers concluded. A significant level of electrification is certainly viable for these vehicles, as BEVs and PHEVs are currently commercially available.

Carbon

Carbon EPRI Climate Gasoline-Electric

SAE taskforce J2954 on wireless charging and positioning standards looking to have final draft of guideline this year; significant industry involvement

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2012

Wireless Charging enables the customer the ability to have “transparent” recharging of plug-in electric vehicle—EV, combustion engine (IC) PHEV, fuel cell (FC) PHEV—through a seamless connection to the EVSE charger and automated charging process. The OEMs also have to choose general common vehicle locations.

Industrial

Industrial Industry Standards Charging

Plug-In Hybrids (or Plugin Hybrids)

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Car-Makers Say. We can achieve that -- today -- with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV). A PHEV is essentially a regular hybrid with an extension cord. But theyve needed definitive proof that PHEVs wont increase pollution. What Are Plug-In Hybrids?

Plug-in

Plug-in Plugin Plug Hybrid

Ford unveils first vehicle to grid communication system

Green Cars News

AUGUST 24, 2009

This vehicle-to-grid communication technology is an important step in the journey toward the widespread commercialization of electric vehicles.”. Broad commercialization of electric transportation is not something a car company can achieve on its own,” said Nancy Gioia, Ford director, Sustainable Mobility Technologies.

Grid

Grid Ford EPRI Vehicles

Summer Update

Plug In Partners

JUNE 27, 2006

Along with other national leaders in the PHEV movement, including Dr. Andy Frank and Mark Duvall of EPRI , I spoke to the need to fund battery research and demonstration vehicles. This would play a key role in advancing research, development and demonstration of plug-in hybrid vehicles.

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Kansas City Minnesota Oklahoma Austin

CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Car-Makers Say. What Are Plug-In Hybrids (PHEVs)? What do car companies say about PHEVs? Dont PHEVs just shift pollution from gasoline cars to power plants? Please see our Plug-In Hybrids page Wheres the payback? See our Global Warming page.

PHEV

PHEV Nickel Metal Hydride Prius EPRI

The Business of Plugging In: Building the Full Ecosystem for a Successful Plug-in Vehicle Industry in the US

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2009

The charging infrastructure area will be a difficult one for businesses, noted Mark Duvall, Director Electric Transportation, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), in his session. Actions and communications strategies we choose can significantly improve chance of successful commercialization. of automotive software and hardware.

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Industrial Industry

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?",

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV

Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

The head of Chryslers ENVI division, Lou Rhodes, told AutoblogGreen this morning that Chrysler is marketing this battery-only version of the van to commercial fleet customers who typically have shorter range requirements. The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) also has signed an LOI to provide USPS integration tools.

Minivan

Minivan Chrysler Dodge Circuit 2009

EV Driven

EPRI / SCE Report Measures Consumers Interest in and Infrastructure Expectations for Plug-in Vehicles

Eaton to Support Project to Develop and Deploy Medium-Duty Plug-in Hybrid Systems; Stimulus Funding to Support Largest Commercial PHEV Demonstration to Date

UC Davis Researchers Suggest the Battery Problem Seen to Be Slowing Electric Drive Commercialization Is Perceptual as Well as Technological

Ford Selects Johnson Controls-Saft for PHEV Battery Supplier in 2012; Adds 7 Utilities to PHEV Test Program

USCAR helps to develop charging-readiness tools for plug-in & electric vehicles through US DRIVE

Gov’t, industry, national labs collaborate on comprehensive cradle-to-grave LCA study and economic assessment of LDV GHG reductions

Ford Testing Intelligent System for Plug-in Vehicle to Grid Communication to Manage Charging

Third Phase of SDGE In-Use Study Shows PHEVs Excel on Fuel Economy and GHG Emissions Reductions Compared to Gasoline ICE and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles

Plug In 2008

INL analysis of 5 large-scale PEV and charging projects finds public charging infrastructure not needed everywhere to enable PEV adoption

Study: even with high LDV electrification, low-carbon biofuels will be necessary to meet 80% GHG reduction target; “daunting” policy implications

SAE taskforce J2954 on wireless charging and positioning standards looking to have final draft of guideline this year; significant industry involvement

Plug-In Hybrids (or Plugin Hybrids)

Ford unveils first vehicle to grid communication system

Summer Update

CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

The Business of Plugging In: Building the Full Ecosystem for a Successful Plug-in Vehicle Industry in the US

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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