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PNNL: single-crystal nickel-rich cathode holds promise for next-generation Li-ion batteries

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Researchers are working on ways to store more energy in the cathode materials by increasing nickel content. Nickel-rich cathode materials have real potential to store more energy. These carry advantages for storing and discharging energy faster. (Image courtesy of Jie Xiao | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory).

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Azure Dynamics announces sales of 29 Transit Connect Electrics

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Azure Dynamics Corporation announced 29 new Ford Transit Connect Electric sales, including 8 units in Europe and 21 units in North America, which includes a 3-unit reorder from Johnson Controls, Inc.

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Four Factors That Will Impact EV Charging Infrastructure Requirements by 2030

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Another aspect of EV charging that is important to EV drivers is the time it will take to charge light-duty (passenger and light truck) electric vehicles. Level 1 slow charging: 120-volt AC. Level 2 slow charging: 208-240-volt AC. Level 3 fast charging: 400-volt to 900-volt DC. Connectors used: J1772.

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Nissan and Sumitomo to Launch Second-Life Venture for EV Battery Packs; 4R Business Model

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and Sumitomo Corporation are planning to initiate a business venture to “Reuse, Resell, Refabricate and Recycle” (4R) lithium-ion batteries previously used in electric cars, giving them a second-life as energy-storage solutions in markets worldwide. Nissan Motor Co., Recycle : Implement end-of-life recycling to salvage raw materials.

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Mitsubishi to Debut Concept Plug-in Hybrid and Concept Cargo Variant of the i-MiEV at Tokyo Show

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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will be showing a total of 16 cars at the 41 st Tokyo Motor Show later in October, including two concept cars: the Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV plug-in hybrid and the i-MiEV CARGO. The PX MiEV. Click to enlarge. MMC Plug-in Hybrid. Charging mode. Home power supply mode (vehicle-to-home). Click to enlarge.

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How Federal and State Government Incentives Make It Easy to Become an EV Owner

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These trickle chargers at an average of 5 miles per charging hour by plugging into a standard 110 volt electrical socket. It works differently depending on whether it is being claimed by a corporation for business purposes or by an individual for home use. There is no upfront cost, but customers pay a monthly fee for the service.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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A new compact (13-liter), high-efficiency, high-capacity converter has been developed to boost power generated in the Toyota FC Stack to 650 volts. —Akio Toyoda, Toyota Motor Corporation President/CEO. —Satoshi Ogiso, Managing Officer, Toyota Motor Corporation. FC Boost Converter. High-pressure Hydrogen Tanks.

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