article thumbnail

BP to Install 45 Ecotality Blink DC Fast Charging Stations

Green Car Congress

Working with BP, ECOtality will determine the best location for DC Fast Charger stations utilizing the company’s Micro-Climate process. million grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE), funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The project is funded with a $114.8 The project is funded with a $114.8

DC 210
article thumbnail

Underwriters Laboratories Named Exclusive Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory for The EV Project

Green Car Congress

The EV Project began in October 2009 when ECOtality’s eTec was awarded a federal stimulus grant of nearly $100 million from the DOE, and will deploy 4,700 Nissan LEAF EVs for the three-year study. to test and certify eTec’s vehicle charging stations that will be used in the project.

San Diego 186
article thumbnail

Used Car Review: The 2010 BMW Z4, an Extinct Metal Roof Convertible Experience

The Truth About Cars

I got a good impression of how the BMW fared for comfort on the drive from Nashville to Cincinnati. The Z’s simple interior design helps it age well, as do the circular climate controls that are unique to the model. Ringed in chrome, climate controls are easy to understand.

Convert 72