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Ford Pro adds new Series 2 AC Charging Station 80 amp and expands DC Fast Charger options

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The new Series 2 AC Charging Station 80 amp and expanded DC Fast Charger options are designed for commercial vehicle use. Wide range of connectivity options with cellular pre-configured and optional Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity for locations with restricted cellular coverage.

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Grid connection considerations for DC fast charging infrastructure

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This depends on the number of DC and AC chargers you plan to install and their capacity. DC chargers provide a higher amount of power to electric vehicles, hence requiring more from the grid. The competition for grid supply isn’t just from other DC fast-charging companies. How Much Power Do You Need? come into play.

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How to identify profitable DC charging locations | EVBox

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The profitability of your DC fast-charging site depends largely on its location, which covers factors from quality of the land, leasing regulations and zoning permits, to the location’s proximity to customers and to a grid connection, competition in the area, and its potential for future expansion.

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GM adding Plug and Charge

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GM is the first OEM to introduce a Plug and Charge feature to the company’s existing and future EVs that is designed to work on multiple, public networks in North America. With today’s launch, Plug and Charge is available now at nearly all EVgo DC fast-charging stations.

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ABB introducing new DC fast-charger in Europe for €9,988

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ABB launched the Terra Smart Connect (SC), a low-cost DC fast-charger that the company says will significantly improve the business case for installing electric-vehicle (EV) fast chargers throughout Europe. Output DC voltage range is 180 – 500 V. The Terra SC. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Understanding the Role of NACS in the Future of EV Charging

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Initially developed by Tesla, NACS is known for its dual capability of supporting both Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) charging via a compact plug design. This versatility enables the system to deliver up to 1 megawatt (MW) of power for DC charging, catering effectively to the needs of EVs. As a result, the U.S.

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U Alabama study finds LTE C-V2N and DSRC connected vehicle latency approximately equivalent for infrastructure messages

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A side-by-side comparison of connected vehicle technology at 85 traffic signals in the Tuscaloosa, AL area showed that latency in delivering safety messages from roadside units (RSUs) to vehicles via dedicated short range radios (DSRC) and LTE cellular (C-V2N) was “approximately equivalent,” according to a study by the University of Alabama.

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