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UPS-led SEUL consortium switches on smart-grid fleet charging solution in London; maxing out on EVs without expensive grid upgrades

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A UPS-led consortium has deployed new smart-grid charging technology in London that overcomes the challenge of simultaneously recharging an entire fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) without the need for the expensive upgrade to the power supply grid. SEUL is a two-year project that commenced in April 2017.

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Mercedes-Benz delivers electric eActros heavy-duty truck to Meyer-Logistik

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There is no need to recharge during the trip because the range of the eActros is up to 200 km. Meyer-Logistik is one of twenty customers from different industries that have integrated the heavy-duty electric truck into their fleet. The weight of the transported goods can be up to 10 tonnes. The eSprinter will follow in 2019.

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Volkswagen’s ID.3 debuts for the European market

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With its fast charging capability, at a charging output of 100 kW it is possible to recharge the ID.3 3 is the first Volkswagen based on the newly developed, modular electric drive matrix – abbreviated to MEB. models will also be exclusively available with fully electric drive. All future ID. 3 at the Zwickau plant.

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This Volvo and Harris Poll Study investigates the state of EVs in America

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Volvo Car USA has teamed up with The Harris Poll to deepen insights into the American opinion across four core themes: design, safety, technology and environment. This edition of Volvo Reports investigates the state of electric vehicles in America and the public’s changing perspective on them. ELECTRIFIED BENEFITS.

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Walmart Canada commits to 100% alternatively powered fleet vehicles by 2028; orders 30 more Tesla semis

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To meet that goal, the company has announced plans to acquire an additional 30 Tesla 18-wheeler semi-trucks, building on its original order of 10 trucks in November 2017. This state-of-the-art facility will feature a fully electric Walmart fleet base, a first for Walmart internationally.

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