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Chevy just revealed the Silverado EV First-Edition RST specs and it’s got 440 miles of range

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Photo: Chevrolet Chevy released what is likely the final specs for its top-of-the-line 2024 Silverado EV First-Edition RST pickup – here’s the lowdown. May 13, 2024 update: Chevrolet has announced that production of the 2024 Silverado EV First Edition RST is now underway. Customer deliveries are expected to begin by mid-2024.

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You can power your home for 21 days with a Chevy Silverado EV and GM’s new bidirectional charger

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But it’s comparable to other battery storage costs – a Powerwall costs $11,500 with a solar installation through Tesla – and GM’s system eliminates the need to install battery storage. The Silverado will be equipped with V2H bidirectional charging technology. Get started here. – ad* FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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GM launches GM Energy business unit with Ultium Home, Ultium Commercial

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Among them is an agreement with SunPower, one of the nation’s leading solar technology and energy services providers. Together, the two companies will develop and offer customers a home energy system which will consist of integrated EV and battery solutions, solar panels and home energy storage.

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Apex Clean Energy ordering 19 electrified F-series pickups from XL Fleet

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Apex is a leading clean energy company that develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale wind and solar power facilities throughout North America. Apex is planning to deploy the plug-in hybrid vehicles to its operations employees, who will have access to charging infrastructure being installed at operational wind and solar facilities.

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GM Wants To Own Your Entire Home EV Charging Process

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The system also works with solar-powered homes, and GM has partnered with SunPower to create the connections. The Cadillac Escalade IQ is also expected soon, along with the Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV. The Home Energy System includes those two components and adds a PowerBank battery for backup.

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Does EV home-backup capability outmode the Tesla Powerwall?

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GM last week announced details regarding its vehicle-to-home (V2H) system, set to launch with the Chevrolet Silverado EV RST , that will help EV owners back up their home without the help of a storage battery like a Tesla Powerwall or a backup generator. Ford’s installation of the home system relies on solar provider SunRun.

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What ‘real world’ hydrogen pickup looks like and why it should end the conversation

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GM is calling this latest fuel cell-powered truck concept the foundation of “a hydrogen-based worksite ecosystem,” and imagines a world where Chevrolet Silverado 5500 MD trucks like this one are fitted with HYDROTEC fuel cell systems capable of generating 300 kW of peak power. Just not at the same time.