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APRIL 28, 2023

The bolt-on technology installs in as few as 12 hours. The system easily integrates into any engine application and can be installed by Optimus, certified partners, or fleet technicians. The Vector System is an advanced fuel system upgrade that integrates into existing engines without significant modifications.

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OCTOBER 15, 2015

In an effort to increase the use of alternative fuel vehicles by its associates for daily commuting, and to prepare for a new generation of plug-in vehicles set to arrive by 2018, Honda is adding 120 new electric vehicle (EV) chargers on the Torrance, CA headquarter campus of American Honda Motor Co., The new chargers (Level 2 SAE J1772 6.6

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MAY 28, 2020

With a total of 44 chargers—24 Superchargers installed by Tesla and 20 fast chargers (Tritium RT50/50kW DC Fast Chargers) installed by the City of Pasadena—the Marengo Charging Plaza is the largest public electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging plaza in the nation.

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OCTOBER 30, 2020

Chevrolet first previewed the eCrate conversion concept with the Chevrolet eCOPO Camaro in 2018 ( earlier post ), followed by the Chevrolet E-10 in 2019. The new K5 Blazer-E retains as much of the stock Blazer as possible; approximately 90% of the new parts installed for the eCrate package are factory components from the Chevrolet Bolt EV.

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DECEMBER 12, 2018

kW, or 11 kW levels, and is capable of on-ground and in-ground installation. Research and collaboration between Honda and WiTricity started in 2016; the companies presented a co-authored paper, “Feasibility Study of Bi-directional Wireless Charging for Vehicle-to-Grid,” at SAE World Congress in 2018. Tachikawa, K., and Atasoy, O.

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AUGUST 5, 2019

According to a study commissioned by the Washington, DC-based Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), NO x emissions measured from propane autogas school buses were substantially lower than those measured from diesel school buses. For the stop-and-go route, NO x emissions were 34 times higher for the diesel school bus.

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JULY 1, 2021

The findings from the "eActros innovation fleet" which started in 2018 and the close exchanges with customers have been incorporated into the development of the series-production model. For example, the more compact construction leaves a greater amount of installation space for a larger battery capacity.

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JUNE 7, 2020

Leveraging ABB’s Onboard DC Grid power distribution system and proven drive technology, the new ferry design will optimize energy use, whether drawing on main engine power, battery power or a combination of the two. Also, a DC- and power-electronics-based power system provides a solid platform for digital solutions onboard a vessel.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Since installing its first ultra-fast DC fast charging site in Chicopee, MA in May 2018, Electrify America has accelerated the pace of installations nationwide. Electrify America plans to install or have under construction 484 charging station sites with more than 2,000 ultra-fast chargers by July 1, 2019.

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JULY 14, 2021

Electrify America announced its “Boost Plan” to more than double its current electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the United States and Canada, with plans to have more than 1,800 fast charging stations and 10,000 individual chargers installed by the end of 2025.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2020

As part of the partnership, Hyundai will provide the DOE with five NEXO fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) for use in various regions of the country including Washington, DC, to help advance research and development of fuel cell technologies. Activities will also help support training and workforce development programs. Kia Motors Corp.

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JUNE 7, 2019

Electrify America chargers at Walmart stores feature 150 kilowatt (kW) and 350kW DC Fast Chargers. Building upon the original commitment set forth in April 2018, the companies are planning to expand the relationship in the coming years with additional Electrify America charging stations located at Walmart stores across the country.

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JUNE 15, 2022

Magenta ChargeGrid team was responsible for the installation, commissioning, and operations of this charger. Installation of EV chargers in such hotspots will help to promote more EV adoption. Since 2018, Magenta ChargeGrid has been developing EV solutions which are ‘Made in India’ and made for Indian weather conditions and usage.

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AUGUST 4, 2019

Driving PA Forward launched in 2018 with the goal of permanently reducing NO x emissions in Pennsylvania by 27,700 tons by supporting clean transportation projects with funding from the commonwealth’s $118.5 Executive Office Associates: An $8,000 rebate to purchase and install two Level 2 EV chargers. Beaver County. Bucks County.

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Arcadia’s technology matches home energy consumption with renewable energy sources from a variety of US wind and solar projects using renewable energy certificates, all without any installation or disruptions to their utility service.

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OCTOBER 27, 2017

Deliveries will begin in early 2018. Installation can be completed in just hours by certified installers. 5 hours (DC Fast Charge) 12 hours (Level 2) 1 hours (DC Fast Charge). Vouchers and grants are available in some regions for zero-emissions vehicles. Specifications. Charging time 6 hours (Level 2).5

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MAY 22, 2019

hours (120-mile range) with Lightning’s DC fast charging option (using standard CCS-Combo charging). Originally introduced in 2018, the Lightning Electric Ford Transit Powertrain is available as part of Ford Motor Company’s eQVM (Advanced Fuel Qualified Vehicle Modifiers) program. —Tim Reeser, CEO, Lightning Systems.

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MAY 6, 2019

Since installing its first ultra-fast DC fast charging station in Chicopee, MA, on 2 May 2018, Electrify America has accelerated the pace of installations nationwide. The company plans to install, or has under development, 484 charging stations with more than 2,000 DC fast chargers by the end of 2019.

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JANUARY 23, 2018

For this year’s annual World Economic Forum (23-26 January 2018), the city of Davos and ABB have teamed up in a long-term partnership to provide e-infrastructure for public and private transportation. ABB alreadu has more than 6,000 fast-charging stations for elecric vehicles installed in more than 50 countries. Bottom: Close-up.

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

Assembled electric powertrains ready for installation into Lightning Electric Transit 350HD vehicles. Lightning eMotors offers a complete range of fleet-focused chargers and charging-as-a-service solutions, with full installation, utility integration, software control, and Low Carbon Fuel Standard and renewable energy credit support.

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JANUARY 14, 2020

According to EVAdoption, the stock of plug-ins (BEV and PHEV) in New Jersey as of 31 Dec 2018 was 25,945 units. On the infrastructure side, the bill specifies that by the end of 2025: At least 400 DC Fast Chargers shall be available for public use at no fewer than 200 charging locations in the State.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

By 2025, the Volkswagen Group will also install around 18,000 fast charging stations in Europe together with powerful partners. A special DC BiDi wallbox will be used for the power transfer and communication. It is planned to build around 20 new installations by 2025. New software for the ID. In the near future, all ID.

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MARCH 15, 2017

In addition, other use cases/technologies are also under consideration including destination charging at California state parks to increase access to L2s, and, for higher power DC charging applications, targeted battery storage to manage peak demand, ease grid loads, etc. Green City.

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APRIL 4, 2018

Lightning was one of the first to test under the newly released 2018 CARB efficiency and range validation test procedures for medium-duty vehicles, performed at the SGS Environmental Testing Center. Ford QVM dealers and upfitters perform installations and service.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Orders are being accepted immediately, and delivery of the new products will begin by the end of 2018. Featuring a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery system, the new Lightning Electric Ford E-450 will accommodate a full charge in two hours with DC fast charging. Ford QVM participants perform installations and service.

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JUNE 4, 2019

Depending on local utility rates and the power level of the EV, the per minute DC fast charging prices can start as low as 15 cents a minute on up to 99 cents. The new power-level pricing replaces Electrify America’s initial pricing of 30 to 35 cents per minute established in May 2018.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Audi’s e-tron quattro battery-electric SUV concept, which made its formal debut at IAA in Frankfurt ( earlier post ), is a strong indicator of Audi’s series-production electric SUV due in 2018—especially in terms of the powertrain. The MLB is characterized by the longitudinal installation of the powertrain.

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MAY 23, 2018

The testing is a part of the newly released 2018 CARB efficiency and range validation test procedures for medium-duty vehicles. This longer range, combined with an industry-first 50 kW DC Fast Charge capability, means customers can use the vehicle for 3-shift operations and long-distance routes.

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To put these startling developments in context, Charged interviewed more than a dozen executives, engineers and analysts from automakers, DC fast charging network operators, charging hardware firms and other businesses. By the middle of this year, it was clear that the reliability of nationwide DC fast charging remained unacceptable.

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Eaton’s existing line of electrified products—which includes DC/DC converters, PDUs, hybrid and battery-electric transmissions, and high-voltage fuses—serve as the foundation for eMobility to build additional growth as electrification increases.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has filed an application with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for permission to build an estimated 25,000 electric vehicle (EV) chargers at sites across its service area in Northern and Central California—8 times the number currently installed.

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That all changed this year, after a team of IEEE volunteers traveled to the village and installed photovoltaic panels, a battery storage system, and a solar water heater at the Shree Batase Secondary School in Melamchi, which is about 45 kilometers from the capital city of Kathmandu. “The

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By the end of 2018, there will be nearly 200 of these high-power charging (HPC) stations with six charging points each in the Ionity network. One card is all customers need to start the charging process, whether it’s AC or DC, 11 kW or 150 kW. DC charging stations and most AC chargers throughout Europe are included.

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DECEMBER 4, 2019

Due to new Chinese laws and regulations, charging technologies that enable faster charging with direct current (DC) are increasingly being installed in Chinese vehicles. Sales figures for battery and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles rose significantly in all countries except Japan in the period Q3 2018 - Q2 2019.

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It will be available in California beginning in September 2018 where significant vouchers for fuel cell vehicles and infrastructure exist. Installations and service are performed by Ford QVM upfitters and dealers around the world. Ford’s vehicle warranty covers the base chassis for vehicles with the Lightning conversions.

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JUNE 14, 2018

Initial properties will begin offering service by the end of summer 2018 with more locations coming on board every month. To support powering the fleets, Electrify America will also install charging stations with ultra-fast chargers to power each service. ZEV BUS/SHUTTLE SERVICES. EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE.

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The second such store, the Seven-Eleven Sagamihara Hashimotodai Itchome Store, opened on May 22, 2018, with renewable energy accounting for 46% of the store’s electric power usage. Rechargeable batteries will be installed for stable use of solar electric power, with the output being weather-dependent.

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