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Phihong introduces new Level 3 30kW wall-mount DC charger

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30kW Wall-Mount DC Fast Charger shown on a stand. Designed for ultra-fast charging speeds, the DW Series chargers deliver up to 105 miles on an hour of charging, surpassing conventional 7.6kW Level 2 AC chargers, which typically offer between 25–26 mph per hour of charging.

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US market Mercedes-Benz eSprinter to start at $71,886

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Starting from $71,886 and offering a WLTP range of up to 400 km (~249 miles), the all-new eSprinter is now available for order at authorized US dealerships. kW, while the standard maximum charging power at DC fast-charging stations is up to 50 kW. The all-new eSprinter can be upfitted to a mobile workshop or a spacious delivery van.

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Quick drive of the Passat HyMotion hydrogen fuel cell hybrid

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The power electronics, which convert the direct current (DC) into three-phase alternating current (AC) which is used to drive the motor, are located in the center tunnel. The power electronics also integrate a DC/DC converter, which converts energy from the high-voltage battery to 12 volts to supply the 12-volt electrical system.

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Volkswagen to introduce battery-electric compact SUV in US in 2020; based on I.D. CROZZ

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The new SUV will offer a range of more than 200 miles. At a workshop on future mobility held at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Christian Senger, head of model line e-mobility for Volkswagen, said that the MEB marks “ a big step into a new world. ”. This concept vehicle will offer an anticipated range of up to 300 miles.

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Why One LEAF-Driving Cop Can't Drive Straight Home After Work Anymore

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Bill lives a good 60 miles from San Francisco, so he needs to get some juice to make his trip home after work. That’s why I ran into him at the Whole Food DC charger. With his Level 2 charge at home, the 120V outlet at work made his daily 120 miles a piece of cake. He had stopped to charge up for his commute home after work.

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The EV Transition Explained: Can the Grid Cope?

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The projected number of charging ports will need to grow to an estimated 6,000 to 12,000 public ports (some 300 being DC fast chargers) and 18,000 to 26,000 residential ports, with most of those being L2-type charging ports. million miles of power lines. trillion in capital, operations, and maintenance costs by 2035.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans strategic initiative adVANce: holistic system solutions for transport; electric Vision Van

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This all-electric vehicle combines various innovative solutions for last-mile delivery in urban and suburban environments. Another application concentrates on the efficient part and tool management for service vehicles, for example tradespersons’ mobile workshops. It can be extended from 80 km up to a maximum of 270 km.

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