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New BMW 330e PHEV features 50% boost in all-electric range to 41 miles; XtraBoost debuts

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The electric energy channelled into the high-voltage battery either in this way or when plugged into the power grid also feeds the 12-volt on-board power supply. Customers opting for the plug-in hybrid model can choose from virtually the full list of options otherwise available for the new BMW 3 Series Sedan.

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What Is Bidirectional Charging? Understanding the Benefits for Both Drivers and Businesses

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With bidirectional charging, the batteries in our vehicles can not only provide fuel for the road but energy for our homes and even our shared electrical grid. Vehicle to grid (V2G) : This is the most common application of bidirectional charging. Currently, there’s a limited list of bidirectional EVs on the market.

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PHEV Energy Bill

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Here is the outline of what the bill intends to do: SECTION 131 TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION SEC 131 Transportation Electrification DOE to establish competitive grants for electric vehicles and PHEVs to encourage early widespread use and advance production of electric (And PHEV) vehicles in USA. $90

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A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Management Software Solution

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Global EV and plug-in hybrid sales (BEV+PHEV) topped 14 million units in 2023 ( EV Volumes ) and are projected to surpass 45 million by 2030 ( IEA ). Energy Management – optimal EV charging through advanced algorithms, smart grid access, use of local renewables, and demand-side response.

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Electric Vehicle Glossary: The Complete list of Electric Car Related Terms

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All-Electric Range of PHEV is the range in charge depleting mode. Bidirectional Charger : an electric vehicle charger that can flow charge to a battery and from battery to grid, vehicle, and home. Charging station : An infrastructure that provides the facility to charge an electric vehicle (BEV and PHEV).

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

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According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics , electric vehicle sales, including plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) and battery electric vehicles (BEV), increased from just over 17,000 in 2011 to 632,883 in 2021. In fact, BEVs accounted for 3.2% of the total light-duty vehicle market in 2021! 20 Times More Chargers… Or Else What Happens?

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How to Take Advantage of EV Charging Incentives for Fleets

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They also maintain a list of the most recent incentives so you can keep up to date on what funding is available in your state. California leads the way for state-specific alternative fuel laws and incentives with 183 at the time of this writing (149 when filtered specifically for EVs and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).

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