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Choosing an Electric Vehicle Charging Station Contractor in 2023

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Given the intricacies involved in the installation and maintenance of EV charging stations, hiring a qualified contractor is essential. They also offer ongoing maintenance and support services, ensuring that the charging stations are safe, compliant, and efficient. Why Do We Need an EV Charging Station Contractor?

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

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Its origins go back to 2011 when Zan Dubin-Scott, the co-founder of EV advocacy organization Plug In America , and longtime EV driver Jeff U’Ren came up with the idea of holding a coordinated series of national events to espouse the benefits of transitioning to EVs. EVs require less maintenance and therefore have lower maintenance costs.

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How to Effectively Manage and Operate an Electric Fleet?

Setec Powerr

Fleet Maintenance and Management Regular Diagnostics : Running weekly or bi-weekly diagnostics can predict potential battery failures. Collaboration with reliable partners SETEC POWER’s Offerings: Among the various solutions in the market, SETEC POWER’s 150kW DC Charging Station stands out.

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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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BrightDrop was born out of GM’s Global Innovation organization and joins the lineup of other recently launched Global Innovation startups, such as OnStar Insurance, OnStar Guardian and GM Defense. Adjustable shelving organizes contents. Peak charge rate of up to 170 miles of EV range per hour via 120kW DC fast charging.

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Audi of America, Virginia DOT and Qualcomm plan initial C-V2X deployment in Virginia

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In line with the Federal Department of Transportation’s announcement to establish a First Responder Safety Pilot Program ( earlier post ), the organizations’ combined efforts are designed to focus on improving safety for construction workers and motorists alike. The inclusion of shorter-range, direct communication in the 5.9

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How EV Charging Supports Healthcare Facilities

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For hospitals and medical centers with an ambulatory or EMS fleet, switching from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs could save as much as 75% in fleet maintenance costs. With less maintenance and lower fuel costs , switching to an electric fleet can significantly reduce the cost of operating your fleet.

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Who’s hot and who’s not among US retailers for EV charging

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Walmart is working to build its own DC fast charging network across the US. Drugstores are ideal for DC fast chargers since the average dwell time for drugstores is between 15 and 60 minutes. IKEA is the only retailer that offers EV charging at nearly 100% of its US locations – but it does need more chargers per location.