Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Finding new locations for DC fast-charging stations can be complicated, but Electrify America believes onsite battery storage can provide more flexibility.

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Setec Powerr

JULY 26, 2023

In the bustling world of electric vehicle infrastructure, one decision holds significant implications for future viability and profitability: the choice between DC Fast Charging and Standard EV Charging Stations. Accelerated Return on Investment Yes, DC Fast Charging stations are more expensive to install than standard stations.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Tesla has updated its billing policy with a "congestion fee" aimed at increasing throughput at its Supercharger DC fast-charging stations. According to the Supercharger fees page on Tesla's website, updated earlier this week, users will now be charged $1 per minute to charge above 90% capacity.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Australia-based Tritium Holdings Pty Ltd, a global developer and manufacturer of DC fast-charging technology for EVs, unveiled PKM, the company’s new architecture and line of fast chargers. This development gives charge-point operators the freedom to share one central source of converted DC power around the site.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 11, 2024

British EV charging technology company Oomph has introduced the new Powerstream mobile 30 kW DC charger. It operates as a DC in/DC out mobile energy storage device, and can be mounted in the back of a light commercial vehicles (LCV) or manually wheeled around. The Powerstream is portable, and requires no installation.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW of North America announced, in cooperation with NRG EVgo, the expansion of the ChargeNow DC Fast program. ChargeNow DC Fast also includes two years of no-cost charging for qualifying BMW i3 drivers in those areas. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The FE-20 bidirectional charger (CHAdeMO) is a profit center that is comparable in cost to quality, commercial “traditional” chargers, which are cost centers to organizations with EV fleets. Sample technical details of the FE-20 include: North America, 3-Phase 5-Wire grid port. CHAdeMO and CHAdeMO V2H/L.

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Matching the energy storage DC voltage with that of the PV eliminates the need to convert battery voltage, resulting in greater space efficiency and avoided equipment costs. Today, most utility-scale solar inverters and converters use 1500 VDC input from the solar panels. Download this free whitepaper now!

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Setec Powerr

JULY 14, 2023

150kw dc fast charger from SETEC POWER is the ideal solution for this purpose. The Benefits of 150kW DC Fast Chargers The 150kW DC fast charger from SETEC POWER is a game-changer for the real estate industry. This ensures cost efficiencies and operational resilience for fleet operators.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2021

million for a program to reduce the cost and complexity of deploying direct-current (DC) fast electric vehicle charging infrastructure (EVCI). Ready access to low-cost, fast charging infrastructure is essential for fleet electrification and broader electric vehicle (EV) adoption.

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Setec Powerr

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This depends on the number of DC and AC chargers you plan to install and their capacity. DC chargers provide a higher amount of power to electric vehicles, hence requiring more from the grid. The competition for grid supply isn’t just from other DC fast-charging companies. How Much Power Do You Need? come into play.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2020

A team from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the Idaho National Laboratory has produced a detailed assessment of the current levelized cost of light-duty electric-vehicle charging (LCOC) in the United States, considering when, where, and how EVs are charged. kWh); however, costs vary considerably (e.g., from $0.08/kWh

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains, introduced “Lightning On Tap” charging solutions, a comprehensive offering of AC and DC fast charge charging stations. Some jurisdictions, such as California and Colorado, offer grants or other incentives that may partially or fully cover the cost of charging solutions.

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Setec Powerr

DECEMBER 15, 2022

There are two main types of charging methods: AC (alternating current) and DC (direct current). Here is a comparison of AC and DC charging and some key points to consider when choosing a charging method for your EV. One of the key considerations for EV owners is how to charge their vehicle’s battery.

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EV Box

OCTOBER 6, 2023

DC fast-charging stations almost always require a connection to the electrical grid to provide their fast-charging service. Geographic information systems, charge point operator expertise, and online distribution network maps should be used in tandem to aid the search for a viable DC fast-charging station location.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2013

ABB launched the Terra SmartConnect (SC), a direct-current (DC) charger specifically designed for convenient fast charging in commercial and office areas in North America. ABB introduced the cost-effective fast charger in Europe last year. Earlier post.). Terra SC will be available for delivery in the Americas in the second quarter.

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EV Box

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The profitability of your DC fast-charging site depends largely on its location, which covers factors from quality of the land, leasing regulations and zoning permits, to the location’s proximity to customers and to a grid connection, competition in the area, and its potential for future expansion.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

EV charging equipment manufacturer Chaevi has announced the availability of its new all-in-one DC EV charger, which delivers a blazing 400 kW of power, for the North American market. This DC fast charger provides simultaneous charging from two ports, which can be equipped with CCS1 and/or NACS connector configurations. and 2.0.1,

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EV Box

JULY 18, 2023

This article illuminates the growing potential of the DC fast-charging industry and the importance of effective business strategies in seeing a sustainable return on investment.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2020

Australia-based Tritium has introduced a new DC fast charger, the RT175-S smart charging system, which powers EVs to an 80% charge in 15 minutes on average. The RT175-S is easy to install, boasts a power efficiency averaging 95% and is IP65 rated, providing cost savings and optimal functionality in a wide range of environmental conditions.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2012

ABB launched the Terra Smart Connect (SC), a low-cost DC fast-charger that the company says will significantly improve the business case for installing electric-vehicle (EV) fast chargers throughout Europe. Output DC voltage range is 180 – 500 V. The Terra SC. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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EV Box

AUGUST 8, 2023

DC fast-charging infrastructure is being installed at an exponential rate and is crucial to the improved viability of public charging for increased EV adoption. Collaborations with other businesses include any partnership made to reduce initial costs or increase revenue generation. Click here to view the table right away.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2023

The overhead EV Charging Busway enables fleets to expand and reconfigure infrastructure with no concrete work required—often the biggest cost when deploying EV charging for fleets. Now, fleets can integrate this overhead power distribution solution to quickly meet dynamic AC Level 2 and DC fast charging needs.

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InsideEVs

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Deployment of the first ones are underway at multiple locations.

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EV Box

APRIL 21, 2023

On average, AC workplace EV chargers tend to cost around €1,300 per charge port (excluding installation costs). As a rule of thumb, installation costs are usually between 60-80% of the total costs and can even run up to tens of thousands if you’re looking to install a bigger network of 5, 10, or 25 charging stations.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2013

Fuji Electric Corporation of America will introduce a new generation of UL-Certified 25kW DC Quick Charging Stations for electric vehicles, offering a slimmer, sleeker version to suit a wider variety of applications and site locations.

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Setec Powerr

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Especially with high-power EV chargers like the 150kW, the benefits are enormous, and the cost is lower than you might expect. A 150 kW DC charging station provides a fast and efficient charging experience, with the ability to charge an EV in just a few minutes, compared to several hours for a traditional Level 2 charger.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2015

Bosch Automotive Service Solutions has introduced the Power DCPlus DC fast charger in North America, starting at less than $10,000. Using the SAE J1772 DC Combo connector, the 24 kW Bosch Power DCPlus will charge compatible EVs to 80% in less than 30 minutes.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The size and cost efficiencies of Tesla Superchargers are definitely among them. As stated in a report from Bloomberg News , a recent EV charger price survey indicated that it costs as low as $238 and as high as $10,000 to have 7-22 kilowatt AC chargers installed. This is where Tesla’s advantage with the Supercharger network comes in.

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EV Adoption

APRIL 9, 2023

On April 6, Walmart announced that by 2030 it intends to build its own DC fast-charging network at “thousands of Walmart and Sam’s Club locations coast-to-coast.” First, let’s look at Walmart’s existing DC fast charging footprint. of Electrify America’s total number of DC fast charging ports.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

There are three main power electronic components on board battery electric vehicles; an inverter, a DC-DC converter, and an onboard charger (OBC). An inverter converts DC power from the vehicle’s battery to AC power to drive the electric motor. These are typically low power devices (3-7 kW), but high power on a FCEV.

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Setec Powerr

JULY 19, 2022

The charging pile is a charging facility for “refueling” electric vehicles, and the scientific name is also called “off-board charger” At present, charging piles are divided into AC charging piles and DC charging piles. This article will introduce the difference between AC charging piles and DC charging piles.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 8, 2012

Schneider Electric, a global energy management products company operating in more than 100 countries, announced the availability in the US of its EVlink DC Quick Charger. We are deploying the most cost-effective charging solutions to support that rapid and pervasive adoption. Our number one goal is pervasive EV adoption.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

What’s offered: Rebates available for purchasing and installing eligible direct current (DC) fast chargers capable of at least 150 kilowatt-hours (kW) guaranteed power output at each active connector. Building larger projects: Applicants must install at least four DC fast chargers per site and can receive funding for up to 20 per site.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

At a public DC fast-charging station, with 125 kW charging, the ID.4 4 owners receive three years of unlimited charging at Electrify America DC Fast Chargers at no additional cost. The AWD ID.4 4 can go from five to 80% charged in about 38 minutes. The 2021 ID.4 The AWD Pro S carries an MSRP of $48,175.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 6, 2023

To realize high-performance and efficiency as well as smaller size, light weight and lower cost, and to accelerate vehicle development, EVs are also integrating power electronics controls such as DC-DC converters and on-board chargers (OBCs). The 3-in-1 unit E-Axle integrates a motor, inverter, and gearbox (reduction gear).

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Green Car Congress

JULY 13, 2022

The goal is to combine all components in one housing: the DC-DC converter, the on-board charger OBC and the inverter. In addition, Vitesco Technologies will supply to the Renault Group a “High Voltage Box”, which combines the DC-DC converter and charger, for battery electric vehicles as of 2025.

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