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Tesla’s first V4 Superchargers in Europe are being spotted

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Tesla’s first V4 Superchargers are being spotted in Europe just days after the company announced that initial installations have begun. Rumors of increased size and even faster charging capabilities were the first things that were reported with the new system.

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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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Adopted in 2014, AFID ( Directive 2014/94/EU ) creates the framework for the development of an alternative fuels infrastructure in Europe, including electricity for electric vehicles as well as hydrogen for fuel cells and LNG for shipping. Otherwise, even the current reduction targets in fighting climate change are at risk.

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5 Benefits of Installing public EV charging stations for Your Business

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According to relevant survey data, the United States 2021 electric vehicle sales of more than 600,000 units, a year-on-year growth of 70%; Europe 2021 electric vehicle sales of 1.2 Read on to learn the top 5 benefits of installing public EV charging stations at your business or workplace. with public EV charging stations.

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Fraunhofer ISI/ICCT analysis of PHEV data finds real-world CO2 emissions 2-4x higher than official values

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For the study, the authors analyzed a comprehensive dataset of the real-world usage patterns for plug-in hybrid vehicles in Europe, North America, and China. Statistically, private users of vehicles in Germany re-charge their plug-in hybrid vehicle only on three out of four days.

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Exicom claims to have launched India’s fastest DC Charger | Autocar Professional

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Exicom, an electric vehicle charging and critical power solutions firm, has announced the launch of what it claims is India’s fastest DC charger, up to 400kW. DC Fast Charger includes variants designed specifically for destination charging, catering to diverse environments such as malls, city infrastructure, and office complexes.

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Longer charge times bring unexpected benefits to supermarkets

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One surprising advantage that has emerged is the benefit of longer EV charging times for supermarkets and similar businesses. The Connection Between Charging Speed and Customer Dwell Time Electric vehicle charging stations, particularly DC fast chargers, come in various speeds and configurations.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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The ReFactory aims to achieve a negative carbon balance by 2030—an objective in line with the Group’s ambition to achieve carbon neutrality in Europe by 2050. RE-TROFIT: To extend significantly the life of vehicles. RE-ENERGY: To offer solutions for the production, storage and management of green energies.

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