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Volvo Trucks introduces its first electric truck for commercial use; sales and production start next year

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AC charging is via the mains grid (22 kW) or DC fast charge via CCS/Combo2 for up to 150 kW. From empty to fully charged batteries takes 1-2 hours with DC fast charging; night charge can take up to 10 hours (AC charging) with maximum battery capacity of 300 kWh.

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An ENERGY STAR charger specification program update

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Currently, Level 1 and Level 2 AC chargers are eligible for the ENERGY STAR label, and the ENERGY STAR Program is currently in the process of expanding eligibility to include DC fast chargers. However, a significant number of products available online for sale directly to consumers through major retailers are not safety-tested.

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Nissan outlines EV expansion plans for Europe

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By 2013, the Nissan LEAF will be available for sale in 24 European markets. This Direct Current (DC) Quick charger charges the Nissan LEAF, or any other ChadeMo compliant vehicle, to 80% capacity in just 30 minutes. The Renault-Nissan Alliance is promoting infrastructure deployment based on AC-DC Mix Quick Charger strategy.

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ISE Signs Exclusive Distribution and Supply Agreements with Maxwell for Ultracaps and Ultracap-based Energy Storage Systems

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Second, Maxwell will exclusively purchase from ISE ultracapacitor-based energy storage systems for sale or distribution by Maxwell and its affiliates into the heavy duty vehicle market through December 2011. Rated power is 40 kW, and DC ESR is 16 mOhms. Capacitance is 62 F, total energy stored nominal is 105 Wh (peak 125 Wh).

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Hertz adds smart fortwo EVs to rental fleet, partners with Starwood Hotels on Hertz Global EV program

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are partnering to bring smart fortwo electric drive vehicles to Connect by Hertz car sharing and Hertz Rent A Car locations in New York; Washington, DC; and San Francisco. Series production begins in 2012 for sale through smart USA’s dealer network.

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DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

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High Temperature DC Bus Capacitor Cost Reduction & Performance Improvements. AOI 6: High Temperature DC Bus Capacitor Cost Reduction & Performance Improvements. The specifications for the DC bus capacitor, including electrical performance and mechanical and thermal requirements must be based on an automotive power inverter application.

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8-state alliance releases action plan to put 3.3M ZEVs on their roads by 2025

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This will include working with the automobile manufacturers and dealers to ensure that all plug-in electric vehicle models are available for sale and aggressively marketed in all MOU states. Evaluation of “smart” charging options to save consumers money and minimize grid impacts.

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