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SAE International publishes updated standard for on-route mechanized conductive EV charging systems for buses: SAE J3105

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SAE International published its latest standard, SAE J3105 : Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System Using Conductive Automated Connection Devices, along with three new tributary documents. It also covers the functional and dimensional requirements for the vehicle connection interface and supply equipment interface.

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California roadmap for grid-connected energy storage technology

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The California Independent System Operator (ISO), the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the California Energy Commission (CEC) unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to assess the current market environment and regulatory policies for connecting new energy storage technology to the state’s power grid.

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Tesla Giga Berlin works with local district to establish easy commute for employees

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Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin will have a bicycle path connecting the electric car production facility to the nearby town of Erkner, establishing an easier commute route for eventual employees at the manufacturing plant. The bike path will connect Giga Berlin to the town of Erkner and will be 2.5 kilometers (1.49

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RESPONSE TO: Ministry of Transport’s Charging Our Future: Discussion Document

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Council alignment, network connections). There are barriers to private investment which are delaying the roll-out of public charging, with respect to connections to networks. But this needs to be achieved at a level of granularity that is of use for connection seekers.) Vision 4.1 Outcome 1 6.1 If not, please explain why.

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What to Expect with Charge Ready New York 2.0

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The New Program in Detail According to the guidelines set out by the NYSERDA, funding will cover 80% of the hardware and installation costs of charging stations. Select an eligible charging station and network service provider (such as EV Connect). Final documents for approval are listed in the Program Implementation Manual.

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Citroën ë-Berlingo Van now available to order

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The cost of use is lower with ë-Berlingo Van: the cost of electricity consumption is five times lower than the cost of fuel for a traditional van and because its maintenance is simpler, it is estimated to be 30% less expensive. ë-Berlingo Van is available in 5 versions defined according to use.

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U of Michigan Study Finds Costs of Plug-in Cars Primary Key to Broad Consumer Acceptance

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A newly released University of Michigan study found widespread consumer interest in buying plug-in hybrid electric vehicles; however, the cost of the cars is much more influential than environmental and other non-economic factors as a predictor of purchase probabilities. Source: Curtin et al. 2009) Click to enlarge.

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