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Volvo Construction Equipment making its 48V DC charging protocol public

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Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making available its 48V DC protocol for electric charging solutions in a bid to accelerate electrification and make it easier for customers with a multi-branded fleet. There is already an industry standard protocol for this voltage that has been designed by the automotive industry.

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The Advantages of Using DC Fast Charging Stations over Standard EV Charging

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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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CharIN response to Tesla opening its North America Charging Standard

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In November, Tesla opened its EV charging connector design—called the North American Charging Standard (NACS)—to charging network operators and vehicle manufacturers. CCS and MCS are the global standards for charging vehicles of all kinds. Earlier post.) Now, the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN e.V.)

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ABB E-mobility first to earn CTEP and NTEP certifications for DC fast chargers

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ABB E-mobility is the first manufacturer to earn both National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP) and California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP) certifications for DC fast chargers. ABB E-Mobility’s DC fast chargers can meet the metering requirements defined by these programs. The guide is available as part of ABB E-mobility’s NEVI Toolkit.

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ABB E-mobility opens its largest DC fast charger production facility in Italy

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ABB E-mobility has opened its largest DC fast charger production site to date: the E-mobility Center of Excellence in Valdarno, Tuscany. The full range of ABB DC charging solutions will be produced at the site, supporting the electrification of all transport sectors.

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Vitesco Technologies reduces emissions in high-voltage hybrid vehicles with electrical catalyst heating; new DC/DC converter

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With a new DC/DC converter, the heating discs of the electrically heated EMICAT catalyst ( earlier post ) can now also be supplied with electricity in high-voltage vehicles. EMICAT heated catalyst and the new DC/DC converter. It is already in use in vehicles with a pure combustion engine or in mild hybrids.

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Tesla opens EV charging connector design to network operators and OEMs

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Tesla is opening its EV charging connector design to charging network operators and vehicle manufacturers. It offers AC charging and up to 1 MW DC charging. In pursuit of our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy, today we are opening our EV connector design to the world. —Tesla.

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