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DOE: in Q1 2023, 21.5% of all public EV charge ports were for DC Fast Charging

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DC fast charging accounted for 21.5% of all electric vehicle (EV) public charging ports in the first quarter of 2023 (Q1), according to the US Department of Energy (DOE). DC fast charging allows for the rapid charging of EVs and refers to chargers that deliver direct current (DC) at power levels of 50 kW or more.

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Nissan starts European production of all-new, fully electric Townstar van

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Nissan has begun production of its all-new and 100% electric Townstar EV model to be sold across select European markets. Hailing from Nissan’s electric Light Commercial Vehicle (e-LCV) expertise, it was engineered for capability, reliability and sustainability, with business owners in mind.

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Toyota to provide bZ4X customers with DC fast charger access through EVgo

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The 2023 Toyota bZ4X battery electric SUV, due to arrive at dealers later this year, will mark the start of a collaboration between Toyota Motor North America and EVgo to provide new bZ4X customers with access to DC fast-charging stations. kWh battery pack. kWh battery pack.

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Porterville, CA deploys 12 all-electric micro-transit vans from Lightning eMotors

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With a focus on its mission of sustainability for its residents, the City of Porterville, California is putting 12 electric micro-transit vans into service. The 12 vehicles, all Class 3 Lightning Electric Transit Vans, were developed by Lightning eMotors. The vans can be charged in just over an hour by a 50kW DC fast charger.

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Lion Electric Unveils the Groundbreaking Lion8 Tractor, An All-Electric Class 8 Commercial Truck

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GCWR: up to 127,000 lbs – highest of the electric vehicle (EV) truck market Driving Range: up to 275 Miles (440 kilometers) Battery Capacity: up to 630 kWh Level III Charge Time (DC): charging to 80% SOC in 1.5 hours Powered by Lion’s Heavy-Duty battery packs (high-energy-density proprietary 750V battery.

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Lightning eMotors provides electric powertrain for Winnebago’s first all-electric concept motorhome

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Lightning eMotors has been named as the powertrain provider for an all-electric motorhome concept—the e-RV—under development by Winnebago Industries’ Advanced Technology Group (ATG). The electric powertrain system for the e-RV was developed, integrated, and installed by Lightning eMotors.

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Mercedes-Benz introducing EQT electric small van

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Mercedes-Benz Vans is systematically electrifying all model series, including a range of sector-specific electric mobility solutions—also in the small van segment. The electric small van will be orderable in the near future. Prices start at around €49,000 for the EQT with 90 kW electric motor and standard length.

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