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Grid connection considerations for DC fast charging infrastructure

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This depends on the number of DC and AC chargers you plan to install and their capacity. DC chargers provide a higher amount of power to electric vehicles, hence requiring more from the grid. The competition for grid supply isn’t just from other DC fast-charging companies. How Much Power Do You Need? come into play.

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ABB E-mobility opens its largest DC fast charger production facility in Italy

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ABB E-mobility has opened its largest DC fast charger production site to date: the E-mobility Center of Excellence in Valdarno, Tuscany. The full range of ABB DC charging solutions will be produced at the site, supporting the electrification of all transport sectors.

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InCharge Energy releases scalable DC fast charger; 180kW unit can charge two fleet vehicles simultaneously

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This all-in-one DC Fast Charger is compatible with all CCS and CHAdeMO EVs and is suited for auto dealers, commercial fleet charging and parking applications where higher-power DC charging is needed in a minimal space. The ICE-180 is the second offering in the expanding InCharge hardware portfolio, which includes the ICE-30 DC Wallbox.

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GM adding Plug and Charge

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Drivers with an EVgo account, active OnStar connected services and the GM brand app for their vehicle (myChevrolet, myCadillac, myGMC) must perform a one-time activation of Plug and Charge within the app. With today’s launch, Plug and Charge is available now at nearly all EVgo DC fast-charging stations.

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Honda opens Smart Home US in California; produces more energy than it consumes; direct DC-DC EV charging

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The system will also enable Honda to evaluate the second life, or re-use, of EV batteries in grid applications, home-to-grid (H2G) connectivity and other concepts. This type of smart grid connectivity will enable the mass deployment of electric vehicles and renewable energy without sacrificing grid reliability, Honda suggests.

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How to Save When Building an EV Charging Station

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However, building an EV charging site is not a straightforward task. Understanding the EV Charging Landscape The first step towards building an EV charging site is understanding the landscape. DC fast charging requires a lot of power, so you’ll need a licensed electrician to confirm if the existing grid connection is suitable.

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EVgo builds public EV charging stations faster and cheaper using prefabrication – Charged EVs

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All EVgo’s prefabricated stations are expected to include 350 kW DC fast chargers. The prefabrication model can also incorporate features that enhance the customer experience, including WiFi connectivity, lighting and security cameras and integrated canopies.