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Sandia, national lab partners studying vulnerabilities of electric vehicle charging infrastructure

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Jay Johnson, an electrical engineer at Sandia National Laboratories, has been studying the varied vulnerabilities of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for the past four years. These include, (1) EV connectors; (2) user terminals; (3) internet connections; (4) maintenance terminals from physical access or disassembly.

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U Alabama study finds LTE C-V2N and DSRC connected vehicle latency approximately equivalent for infrastructure messages

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A side-by-side comparison of connected vehicle technology at 85 traffic signals in the Tuscaloosa, AL area showed that latency in delivering safety messages from roadside units (RSUs) to vehicles via dedicated short range radios (DSRC) and LTE cellular (C-V2N) was “approximately equivalent,” according to a study by the University of Alabama.

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NREL, INL team assesses levelized cost of light-duty EV charging in US in 2019

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the EV “fuel” cost) depends on many factors, including the retail price of electricity, capital cost of charging or electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), the cost of installation and maintenance of this equipment, and, for dedicated charging stations, additional business and operational expenses. The cost to charge an EV (i.e.,

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Georgia Tech life-cycle study finds TCO of medium-duty electric and diesel delivery trucks similar; electric life-cycle energy use and GHG lower than diesel

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The study is published in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology. For the study, the team used vehicle operation data from a FedEx Express parcel delivery diesel truck of GVW class 5 (16,001?19,500 Downstream energy use of the electric truck comprises electric drivetrain (DC?DC

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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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US COVID-19 mitigation efforts resulting in significant decline in traffic, emissions and fuel-tax revenues

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Nearby Washington DC saw the greatest drop of 90% fewer daily vehicle miles traveled. For an eight-week, stay-at-home order, the loss to the state is an estimated $370 million in funds that support highway construction, maintenance and transit improvements aimed at reducing emissions. UC Davis Road Ecology Center).

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How to Effectively Manage and Operate an Electric Fleet?

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A recent study showed that businesses that invested in their own infrastructure saw a 20% reduction in charging-related expenses over a year. Fleet Maintenance and Management Regular Diagnostics : Running weekly or bi-weekly diagnostics can predict potential battery failures. It’s gentler on the battery and can extend its life.

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