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EPRI, 8 automakers and 15 utilities to create an open grid integration platform for plug-in electric vehicles

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Some examples of recent work by automakers on this include: General Motors is developing OnStar-enabled Smart Grid solutions, and in 2012 announced it would open up its APIs to third-party developers. Participating auto manufacturers are American Honda Motor Co.; —Dan Bowermaster, EPRI manager of Electric Transportation.

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DOE expands partnership with industry to advance next-generation automotive technologies, adds Tesla and EPRI as members: US DRIVE

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The announcement of US DRIVE marks the addition of two new members that bring additional focus on electric-drive vehicle technologies to the partnership: the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and Tesla Motors. Energy industry: BP America, Chevron Corporation, ConocoPhillips, ExxonMobil Corporation, and Shell Oil Products US.

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Xcel Energy launches EV smart charging pilot in Colorado; Transportation Electrification Plan for New Mexico approved

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Through its Charging Perks pilot, Xcel Energy is directly working with BMW, Ford, General Motors, and Honda to test how the company can help customers charge their EVs at times when they can save money, use more renewable energy, and when it is most optimal for the energy grid.

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USCAR helps to develop charging-readiness tools for plug-in & electric vehicles through US DRIVE

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Founded in 1992, USCAR is the collaborative automotive technology company for Chrysler Group LLC, Ford Motor Company and General Motors. The goal of USCAR is to further strengthen the technology base of the domestic auto industry through cooperative research and development.

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GM to Begin Sales of Volt in California, Other Lead Markets to Follow; Partnership with Utilities

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Chevrolet is also partnering with three California utilities and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) as part of an extended, real-world demonstration and research program to introduce customers to electric vehicles, advance vehicle electrification and establish vehicle charging programs to pave the way for consumers.

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EcoCAR 2 winner OSU wins year one of North American EcoCAR 3 competition

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Earlier post.) EcoCAR 3 sponsors have provided more than $718 million in software, hardware and cash donations to the 16 participating universities in just the first year.

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EPRI and partners to stage public demo of Open Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI) Platform software

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The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), along with several auto manufacturers, utilities, and regional transmission organizations, will demonstrate the Open Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI) Platform software system, developed by EPRI and Sumitomo Electric Industries. Auto manufacturers are American Honda Motor Co.;

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