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IEA: Electric vehicles posted strong gains in 2016; 2M now in global parc

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With more than 750,000 units sold over the year, the number of electric vehicles in the global parc—primarily Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs)—surpassed 2 million units in 2016, following a year of strong growth in 2015, according to the International Energy Agency’s Global EV Outlook 2017.

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Québec moves forward with a zero-emission vehicle standard

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In its 2015-2020 Transportation Electrification Action Plan, Québec set a target of 100,000 registered plug-in vehicles by 2020. Those manufacturers will have the option of purchasing credits to avoid paying the regulatory charges set out in the regulation or hold the credits for their future needs.

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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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BMW i ChargeForward Program to demo contribution of intelligent EV charging to grid efficiency

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Working with a select group of BMW i3 drivers, BMW i ChargeForward will demonstrate how intelligent management of electric vehicle charging can contribute to improved electric power grid efficiency while reducing total cost of electric vehicle ownership.

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Volkswagen Group’s MQB plug-in hybrid powertrain; foundation for Golf GTE, A3 e-tron, and more

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The Volkswagen Group has said the Audi A3 e-tron will come to the North American market in 2015; introduction plans and timing for the Golf GTE are as yet unspecified. Voltage is between 250 and 400 V depending on state of charge. Click to enlarge. Thermal management. In EV mode, maximum speed is 130 km/h (81 mph).

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And the EVA Board candidates are…

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I would like to provide EV charging and renewable energy information to underserved areas What is your most effective contribution toward the adoption of EVs? We install EV chargers What type of leadership makes you thrive? We completed our first clean energy project in 2020 — the installation of a Level 2 EV charging station at St.

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Tesla Megapack off the grid: Teslarati exclusive interview

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The delivery and installation of the Tesla Megapack, John explained, was “very smooth.” ” All of the infrastructure was in place, and it only took a couple of days to install the battery. They’re monitoring it just like we are.” And it’s running like a champ. ” Credit: Tesla.

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