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Vanderbilt battery management device reconfigures modules to extend EV pack range

Green Car Congress

The two used the open-source Tesla high-density, lithium-ion battery to model their method of improving durability and increasing range, adding a controller to each of the battery’s cells. We know there are some battery cells that run out of juice earlier than others, and when they do, the others run less efficiently.

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Tank 500 Ultra Review: Is this the electrified 4×4 wagon that signals the end for Toyota’s dirty diesels?

EV Central

Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (and wireless smartphone charging), Bluetooth connection, AM/FM and digital radio and embedded satellite-navigation are all included in the technology package. The 500 also comes with a new connected car smartphone app. The e-motor relies on a 1.76kWh lithium-ion battery for juice.

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AI Plays Key Role in EV Charger Deployment and More

Blink Charging

In a techUK case study about the project , Mind Foundry said: “The workflows are powered by scalable probabilistic machine learning and connect to both live and historic data sources, providing sophisticated scenario modeling and rollout planning capabilities.”.

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A DIY E-bike Conversion on the Cheap

Cars That Think

Terrafirma Technology , a company started by an engineer named Michael House who has gone into business supplying 3D-printed adapters to people who want to repurpose lithium-ion power-tool batteries. The speed controller is connected to the motor and battery in the usual fashion, with an automotive-type blade fuse in line for safety.

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2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate – Not Quite Fully Charged

The Truth About Cars

Again, the lack of connection from the steering wheel to the tire could be at issue here. The dual electric motors (front and rear) that provide the car with all-wheel drive get their juice from a 78 kWh lithium-ion battery, and the system’s output is 402 horsepower and 486 lb-ft of torque. Just not quite enough.

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A DIY E-bike Conversion on the Cheap

Cars That Think

Terrafirma Technology , a company started by an engineer named Michael House who has gone into business supplying 3D-printed adapters to people who want to repurpose lithium-ion power-tool batteries. The speed controller is connected to the motor and battery in the usual fashion, with an automotive-type blade fuse in line for safety.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

Cars That Think

According to Ford , a driver can roll this beast into a garage mounted with the $1310 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro, where its AC pins can deliver a full overnight charge at 19 kW output to the truck’s 98 kWh (131 kWh if you have the extended extra-big-range) lithium-ion battery.

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