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New Tritium RT175-S DC fast charger powers EVs to 80% in 15 minutes

Green Car Congress

Australia-based Tritium has introduced a new DC fast charger, the RT175-S smart charging system, which powers EVs to an 80% charge in 15 minutes on average. Optional features include cold weather kit for operation down to -22 °F/ -30 ?C, C and 150kW operation at 122 °F/ 50 ?C.

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Renesas introduces small, 100kW-class inverter solution for HEVs and EVs

Green Car Congress

Renesas Electronics Corporation announced its new 100kW-class inverter solution that achieves industry-leading small volume of 3.9 liter (L) for high-power 100kW-class motors in mid- to large-sized hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) including SUVs, and mid- to small-sized electric vehicles (EVs). L in the 50 kW class.

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Lightning eMotors delivers first all-electric motorcoach to ABC Companies; order for 200 ZEVs

Green Car Congress

In addition to Class 8 motorcoaches, the order from ABC Companies includes Class 3 Lightning Electric Transit passenger vans, Class 4 Lightning Electric E-450 shuttle buses, Class 5 Lightning Electric F-550 shuttle buses, and Class 7 transit buses.

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveils 5 battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles; I.D. BUZZ CARGO

Green Car Congress

Family and the modular electric drive kit (MEB). BUZZ CARGO concept is positioned in the size class beneath the Crafter. Here, the direct current (DC) stored in the battery is converted into alternating current (AC). A DC/DC converter supplies the on-board electronics with 12 volts. One highlight is the I.D.

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2024 Toyota bZ4X AWD review: Why driving Toyota’s first electric car on dirt is like chucking a Giraffe in a pool … Really

EV Central

While its set up for DC fast charging, it’s limited to 150kW. inch central screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a whole bunch of active safety kit like AEB, lane keeping and active cruise, along with seven airbags, all of which contributed to its five-star safety rating. There’s also dual-zone climate, a 12.3-inch

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2024 Honda Prologue electric SUV starts under $40,000 with full EV tax credit eligibility

Baua Electric

Based on GM’s Ultium Platform (that powers Chevy, Cadillac, GMC, and Buick EVs), the Prologue features the “highest standard driving range rating in its class,” according to Honda. Option B includes a portable Level 1 and 2 charging kit, $250 installation credit, $300 EVgo credit, and 60 kWh intro charging at EA.

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Why NetGain motors are the best for EV conversions.

EVolution

This system’s Synchronous Reluctance Internal Permanent Magnet (SRIPM) setup guarantees a hyper efficient motor while generating a higher power per pound than any other motor in its weight class. The TransWarP System is brushed, double ended shaft, series wound DC motor, promising incredible torque.