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Connecticut Light & Power in NU EV research study; Plug My Ride

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Four municipalities and a global financial services leader are joining with Connecticut Light & Power (CL&P) to install charging stations for plug-in electric vehicles (EVs) as part of a research project with CL&P parent Northeast Utilities (NU). The town of West Hartford is expected to join the project shortly.

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GE EV Solar Carport Project debuts in Connecticut

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The GE EV Solar Carport Project made its debut in Plainville, Connecticut. The companies use solar energy and smart grid technology to fully charge up to 13 electric vehicles per day via six Level 2 GE EV Charging Stations and to power the overhead lighting in the parking lot. GE EV Solar Carport in Plainville, CT. Click to enlarge.

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Fully electric Genesis GV60 arrives in US starting at $58,890

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The Genesis GV60 enters the US market with a number of available world-first automotive features, including Face Connect and a Crystal Sphere. These innovative features enable drivers to be even more connected with their vehicle, making GV60 the most personal and customizable Genesis model yet.

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2023 Electrified Genesis G80 starts at $79,825

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Owners of the 2023 GV60 and Electrified G80 will have access to ultra-fast charging on Electrify America’s coast-to-coast charging network and can seamlessly locate and access charging stations while on the road via the Genesis Connected Services and Electrify America mobile apps. Genesis Connected Services. Standard Features.

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Genesis launches the all-electric GV60 in the United States

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Tech seemed to be a core focus of the GV60 project, as the automaker initially mentions a number of “world-first automotive features,” including Face Connect and a Cyrstal Sphere. These are innovative new features that will enable drivers to be more connected with their vehicle, Genesis said. Electrify America Agreement.

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Lewis H. Latimer: A Life of Lightbulb Moments

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Meanwhile, he wrote poetry, played the flute, became a renowned public intellectual writing about the confluence of art and science, and even taught himself to speak French well enough to supervise an electrical lighting installation working with francophones in Montreal. According to historians at the Latimer House Museum in Queens, N.Y.,

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features. Drivers are first alerted of a vehicle in the blind spot by warning lights in the side mirrors. Remote Lock/Unlock.

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