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Bidirectional Charging Management (BCM) research project gets green light; tying in renewables

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Testing of the first 50 BMW i3 cars equipped with bidirectional charging technology is expected to start under real-world everyday conditions in early 2021. The BMW Group has already succeeded in implementing methods of intelligent charging control in pilot projects.

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Con Edison helping NYC drivers shift to EVs with more places to charge up

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So, too, are enrollments in the company’s managed charging program, SmartCharge NY, which offers financial rewards for charging during off-peak hours. Level 2 chargers provide 240 volts, offering up to 20 miles of range for every hour a vehicle is plugged in. Curbside Charging. SmartCharge Registrations on the Rise.

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NJ Governor signs legislation establishing goals and incentives for increased use of plug-ins and charging infrastructure

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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation ( S2252 ) that establishes goals and incentives for the increased use of plug-in electric vehicles (BEV and PHEV) and infrastructure in New Jersey. Earlier post.) The bill authorizes the use of Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative funds as well.

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Bosch releases two new EV chargers for faster and safer charging

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Bosch released two new electric vehicle (EV) chargers: the EV300 Level 2 EV Charging Station and EV3000 DC Fast Charger. Both chargers were created to provide a more affordable charging option without compromising safety and charging capabilities. This new tool is constructed to provide a low maintenance charging alternative.

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Leviton launches a plug-in version of its EV Series Smart Home charging station – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Electrical equipment giant Leviton has launched a plug-in version of its EV Series Smart Home charging station. Using the My Leviton app, users can schedule charging sessions for off-peak electrical usage hours, in order to save on electricity bills by taking advantage of utility incentive programs.

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Plug-in Electric Vehicles in USA Consumed More Electricity than the Whole of Uganda in 2023!

CleanTechnica EVs

Light-duty vehicles (LDV) in the United States consumed approximately 7,596 GWh of electricity in 2023, almost five times the consumption in 2018 according to a U.S. continued] The post Plug-in Electric Vehicles in USA Consumed More Electricity than the Whole of Uganda in 2023! The report also adds that U.S.

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Stellantis developing hydrogen fuel cell light commercial vehicle; partnership with Faurecia and Symbio

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Stellantis is developing a hydrogen fuel cell powered light commercial vehicle (LCV) in addition to its battery-electric offerings. The company says that LCV customers are asking for longer range, shorter charging times, and payload capability. The battery is a carry-over from Stellantis’ existing plug-in hybrid (PHEV) program.

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