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Tesla driver shares insights after Model 3 gets banned from racing events

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After the original Tesla Roadster and the Model S, however, it became more and more difficult to ignore the fact that EVs can perform against combustion-powered cars in competitive events. Unfortunately, it would appear that electric vehicles are now being prevented from competing in some competitive driving events.

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ZEEKR to hold ‘Power Day 2023’ event this month, showcasing battery tech developed in-house

Electrek

ZEEKR promised to share more details of its battery developments later this month during a “Power Day 2023” event. more… The post ZEEKR to hold ‘Power Day 2023’ event this month, showcasing battery tech developed in-house appeared first on Electrek. Here’s what we know so far.

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Heraeus Electronics’ ALL2GaN event showcases advances in high-efficiency power electronics – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Heraeus Electronics will host an event focusing on the latest developments in high-efficiency power electronics, particularly the capabilities of gallium nitride (GaN) chips, which offer high efficiency, high power density and compact sizes. Heraeus will host this ALL2GaN event April 9-10 at its facilities in Hanau, Germany.

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Tesla’s virtual power plant had its first event helping the grid – looks like the future

Electrek

Tesla’s virtual power plant in California had its first emergency response event helping the grid by pooling power from Powerwall owners around the state. The event appears to have been a success as the distributed power plant looks like the future.

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EST-Floattech delivers 2.2 MWh Green Orca battery system for event vessel Oceandiva London

Green Car Congress

MWh Green Orca Li-ion battery system ( earlier post ) for the electric event vessel Oceandiva London. The vessel’s batteries are charged by both green fast charging shore power and onboard solar panels, with a biofuel generator as back up for longer excursions.

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Ford Announces New Mustang Appearance Package, Anniversary Event, and Mystery Update

The Truth About Cars

Ford took a victory lap this week after realizing the Mustang is now the only traditional front-engine, rear-drive, V8-powered American sports coupe that’s still available after 60 years on the market. The event is supposed to include “track and drift ride-alongs, the latest Mustang news, and a first-hand look at the world’s racing Mustangs.”

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PG&E and Tesla launch virtual power plant pilot

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have launched a new pilot program that creates a virtual power plant (VPP) to help support electric grid reliability and save customers money. PG&E will call load management events for participating customers, directing their battery to discharge when there is high demand for electricity from 4 to 9 p.m. Virtual Power Plants.

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