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Qualcomm unveils next-gen powerline communication device to support vehicle-to-EVSE smart-grid communications

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Smart-grid charging applications supported by the CCS standard allows users the flexibility to choose optimal charging times and extract energy from their EVs as needed, supporting the growing need for EV charging while minimizing peak load power generation and distribution requirements. —Lars Boeryd, Sr.

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Electrify America, Mercedes-Benz USA announce two years of complimentary nationwide fast charging for all-electric EQS

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Furthermore, Electrify America and Daimler AG are providing drivers with Plug & Charge functionality per the ISO15118 standard, enabling EQS drivers with an activated Mercedes me Charge account to start a session and receive complimentary charging simply by connecting the Electrify America High Power DC charger, simply by plugging in.

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FCC modernizes the 5.9GHz band; Wi-Fi and C-V2X

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GHz band (5.850-5.925 GHz) to make new spectrum available for unlicensed uses, such as Wi-Fi, and to improve automotive safety. Today, Wi-Fi carries more than half of the Internet’s traffic. GHz band available for unlicensed use. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted new rules for the 5.9

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Electrify America introduces Plug&Charge payment technology to its charging network

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It follows the ISO 15118 standard, an international standard that outlines the secured communication protocol that an EV and charging station should use to recharge the EV’s battery. It enables simplified charging functionality for the most prevalent EV charging connector type, called the Combined Charging System (CCS).

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Lucid Motors says Lucid Air to be the fastest charging EV yet; 900V+ architecture, up to 20 miles/minute charging

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Integrated boost charging and the broadest range of charging compatibility from AC Levels 1 and 2, up to the most powerful Level 3 DC fast charging, utilizing the universal CCS connector standard for connectivity to, and fast charging at, any public charging network. On-the-road charging.

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Volkswagen lays out its NEW AUTO strategy: transforming from manufacturer to software-driven mobility provider; Scalable Systems Platform

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The guiding principle is to be the development of sustainable, connected, safe and tailored mobility solutions for future generations. This standard software stack will form the technical foundation for data-based business models, new mobility services and autonomous driving (level 4) for the Volkswagen Group and its brands.

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Xilinx expands all programmable Artix-7 FPGA family with new automotive qualified devices

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The XA family is well suited for automotive applications requiring advanced video processing, complex DSP operations, or bridging to the latest interface or networking standards. Gbit/s, enable customers to implement fully integrated connectivity solutions such as PCI Express Gen 2.