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BMW and Nissan again partner to add 174 more DC fast chargers in US with EVgo

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These 50 kW stations can charge EVs from Nissan and BMW up to 80% in about 25-30 minutes, as compared to the longer time required to recharge at a Level 2 (240V) charger, currently the most commonly available public charging station. Each location offers a dual 50 kW DC Fast charging station with both CHAdeMO and SAE Combo (CCS) connectors.

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PHEV Day 161 - Friday, 21 March 2009. From Vicksburg, MS to the 46th State Capitol - Little Rock, Arkansas

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Hwy 65 parallels somewhat in-land the Mississippi and goes over the flat, broad and green of first Louisiana into the flat, broad and green of Arkansas. The "Spirit" after a night of recharging at Motel 6 had these readings: 78.7MPG for 15 miles; 61.7 Traffic was light, but mainly slight some 200 miles! It was leisure travel!

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And the EVA Board candidates are…

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I would add value to the EVA by bringing the same momentum I've brought the state of Arkansas. Assisted the state of Arkansas in the roll out of the FMAC, AEVIDP, & founded AEVO. Jeff’s Candidate Statement: I am an active board member for the ‘EVA - Arkansas Chapter’ as well as founder of Arkansas Electric Vehicle Owners.

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Lux: future use of wide bandgap materials in power electronics will reduce EV cost

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Applied in an EV, WBG materials could cut electricity losses by 66% during vehicle battery recharging, the DOE says. They also offer greater efficiency in converting AC to DC power and in operating the electric traction drive during vehicle use. As just one example of government funding, the US DOE is contributing $1.8 million to a $3.8-million

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SymPowerco Corporation Acquires Majority Interests in Highline Hydrogen Hybrids and Hoss Motor Sports

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Under the SymPowerco umbrella, HMSI will manufacture its advanced vehicles at HMSI’s new facility in Dumas, Arkansas. SymPowerco has also acquired the exclusive rights to use a new flat-plate rechargeable alkaline battery technology with the FE DMFC for hybrid systems. Hoss Motor Sports Inc.

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Infrastructure Bill Could Usher In New Era for EVs

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Perhaps the most common argument against electric vehicles (EVs) has been the lack of recharging infrastructure. Galvanic has assembled a 100,000-acre lithium brine prospect in the Smackover Formation of southern Arkansas. by Brent Wilson, CEO of Galvanic Energy.

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