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How DC Fast Charging Stations are Revolutionizing EV Charging?

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As a DC fast charging station operator, we are excited about how these stations are revolutionizing the EV charging landscape. One of the biggest benefits of DC fast charging stations is their speed. This makes it easy for drivers to recharge their vehicles while they take a break or grab a meal, without having to go out of their way.

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Volkswagen e-up! EV available for order again after a hiatus of more than one year

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3 is available to order again in Germany and will gradually be rolled out in other European markets. Available to order now, the e-up! kWh battery system (net value) is short: with 40 kW DC charging power, 60 minutes are enough to recharge the batteries to 80%. Style Plus features electric drive power of 61 kW/83 PS.

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Volvo Cars, Starbucks begin installing ChargePoint EV fast chargers at stores between Denver and Seattle

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Volvo Cars, in cooperation with Starbucks Corporation, announced the first Starbucks stores where new electric vehicle (EV) chargers, powered by ChargePoint, will be available to customers and members of the public. ChargePoint’s DC fast chargers can bring the Volvo C40 Recharge, for example, from a 20% to a 90% charge in about 40 minutes.

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KIA announces 310-mile EPA-certified range for new EV6 with 77.4 kWh pack and RWD

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For occasional instances when a fast charge is desired, the EV6 can be charged quickly, due to a patented multi-charging system that supports 400v and 800v DC charging, which works on DC chargers with speeds ranging from 50kW to 350kW. —Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia North America, Kia America.

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

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BMW and Nissan have again joined forces—this time with EVgo, the nation’s largest public DC Fast charging network—to increase public access to DC Fast charging stations across the US. This latest expansion builds on the 120 dual-port DC Fast chargers that BMW and Nissan announced together in December 2015.

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Mercedes-Benz updates EQB electric SUV for 2024

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are still available. Furthermore, the available DC charging power, which depends on the pre-conditioning of the high-voltage battery, is displayed. Other useful information: during the charging process, the recharged range is indicated in miles. All previous functions such as media, phone, vehicle, etc.

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Mobilize launching first commercial V2G service starting in 2024 with Renault 5; France, Germany and UK initially

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Mobilize V2G will also be available on future Renault electric vehicles. The Mobilize V2G service builds off four complementary components: A bidirectional on-board charger incorporating V2G technology, available on Renault’s future electric vehicles, starting with Renault 5. The Mobilize Powerbox.

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