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JRC: e-vehicle market in Europe is slowly gaining momentum, but breakthrough is needed

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Between 2010 and 2017, the highest numbers of electric buses in Europe were registered in the United Kingdom (~200), the Netherlands (~175), Belgium (~140), Germany (~90) and Austria (~75). Recharging infrastructure improving unevenly in different parts of Europe. In general terms, the recharging infrastructure has improved in Europe.

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MAN eTGE battery-electric van to be mass-produced from July onwards

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With the relevant battery maintenance, the 36 kWh rechargeable battery only loses around 15% of its ca-pacity after ten years and around 2,000 charging cycles. The first electric-powered vans from MAN are to be used first in metropolitan areas of Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, Norway and the Netherlands.

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car2go completes pilot program, enters new agreement with the City of Austin’s Car-Share Austin Program; more than 21,000 registered members

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The car2go smart fortwo electric drive vehicles will be marked with “Electric Drive” on the side, and information about the vehicles and how to recharge them will be shared with members via email and social media. In Europe, car2go operates in Ulm and Hamburg, Germany; Amsterdam, Netherlands; and Vienna, Austria.

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Fraunhofer ICT Working on New Redox Flow Batteries with Improved Capacity for EV Applications

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The devices could theoretically be recharged at a station in a few minutes. “ The discharged electrolyte is simply pumped out and replaced with recharged fluid. The pumped-off electrolyte can be recharged at the gas station, for example, using a wind turbine or solar plant ,” says engineer Jens Noack from ICT. flexible design.

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How EV Owners Can Navigate Through Coronavirus Period Safely

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Always read the owner’s manual first for specific battery maintenance information. In contrast, instructions for the Nissan Leaf (2015) and Hyundai Kona suggest leaving the car nearly fully charged and only recharging it once every three months. How to keep your EV in good conditions during times of low or no usage.

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