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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

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announced at the New York International Auto Show that they are teaming up to implement the Microsoft Hohm energy management application for Ford’s electric vehicles. For the vehicle application, Hohm will help owners determine when and how to most efficiently and affordably recharge battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles.

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EV Radar: February 2022

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Race to the Most Affordable EV. Fiat is tossing their hat in the contest of making the most affordable EV with their Fiat Panda 2022. Another EV Benefit You Should Keep In Mind. EVs have more benefits than the obvious. Hyundai has decided to try their luck again with the Japanese auto market after 13 years.

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EV Chargers for All!

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One was affordability. Even without a son soon to be entering college, the premium prices of EVs were a turnoff. The other challenge was where to charge the EV. has no EV chargers in its five-story indoor parking garage. And if they make an EV purchase, they often regret it. Two obstacles stood in his way.

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The Aftershocks of the EV Transition Could Be Ugly

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Jake Sullivan For example, the European Union (EU) is counting on EV battery plants to create new employment opportunities for tens of thousands of auto workers who are expected to be laid off as European legacy automakers transition to EVs, as well as help ensure European EVs cost competitiveness in international markets.