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In-Home Solar: How Many Panels to Fully Charge Your EV?

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As electric vehicles gain traction and renewable energy rises in prominence, an increasing number of drivers are contemplating the shift to solar power for charging their vehicles. Solar energy is not just a clean power source; it represents a self-sufficient lifestyle. Honda Clarity 26 89 29.2 Honda Clarity 26 89 29.2

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Honda introduces new lease options for existing and prospective Fit EV lessees

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Honda is introducing new lease programs for both existing and prospective Fit EV customers in the US. The reduced lease price and matching two-year terms will also be available to new customers interested in driving a used Honda Fit EV. Lessees will be contacted by Honda prior to lease end for additional details about lease extensions.

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Honda cuts US lease price for Fit EV to $259/mo

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In the US, Honda has cut the lease price for the Fit EV in the US to $259 a month beginning 1 June, down from $389 a month. The new three-year lease includes no down payment, unlimited mileage, routine maintenance, collision coverage and 240 volt EV home charging station equipment (not including installation) from Leviton.

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Honda-Led Research Team Devises Method to Control Growth of Nanotubes with Metallic Conductivity

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Source: Honda RI. A team of researchers from Honda Research Institute USA, Inc., The concept of amplifying existing SWNT distributions by seeding growth from another nanotube with well-defined chirality has been proposed; however, evidence for the maintenance of chirality has not yet been reported. Click to enlarge.

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Linde Ionic Compression Hydrogen Technology to Fuel AC Transit buses

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The technology uses less electricity than other hydrogen fueling stations and requires less maintenance. The station also will be able to fuel hydrogen fuel cell cars made by major auto manufacturers, including Hyundai, Daimler, Toyota, GM, and Honda. Both units are high-performance, fast-fill dispensing systems.

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Choosing an Eco-friendly Vehicle: Hybrid vs. Electric Cars

EV Connect

Let’s look at some of the other differences in hybrid vs. electric vehicles, including the older hybrids and new plug-in hybrids offered by manufacturers such as Toyota, Honda and Hyundai. If you use solar power to generate electricity for your EV charging station, you can reduce the carbon footprint of running an EV down to virtually zero.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

Clean Fleet Report was driving the highly optioned Limited, which had the standard solar panel roof that charges the 12-volt and hybrid batteries, producing two miles of electric driving range for every six hours the car is left in the sun. Complimentary Maintenance – Three years/36,000 miles. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid.

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