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Mercedes-Benz updates EQB electric SUV for 2024

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Smartphones can now connect wirelessly to the vehicle via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto Wireless. Furthermore, the available DC charging power, which depends on the pre-conditioning of the high-voltage battery, is displayed. Other useful information: during the charging process, the recharged range is indicated in miles.

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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

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When it is connected to a Level 2 charger, the Niro PHEV can refill its 11.1-kWh kWh battery and a 150kW (201-horsepower) motor with DC fast-charging capability as standard. The 11kW onboard charger also helps recharge the Niro EV in under seven hours on a Level 2 charger. The Niro PHEV pairs the 1.6-liter

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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The fully variable drive system is intelligently connected with the system of powertrain and chassis control functions, whose extremely quick and precise responses help to sustain forward momentum even in adverse road and weather conditions. The high-voltage battery is heated using a dedicated 5.5 kW electric flow heater.

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Wallbox Complies with AFIR: Your Guide to Regulation-Ready Charging Solutions

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Supernova’s payment terminal solution and display made it AFIR compliant Regulation Summary: AFIR ( Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation ) sets forth requirements for publicly accessible recharging points, both AC and DC, across the European Union. Additionally, prices must be shown clearly and transparently before charging.

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Wallbox Complies with AFIR: Your Guide to Regulation-Ready Charging Solutions

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The Quasar 2 bi-directional EV charger, providing backup power during outages Regulation Summary: AFIR ( Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation ) sets forth requirements for publicly accessible recharging points, both AC and DC, across the European Union. What can I do?

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Mercedes-Benz upgrades eVito Tourer electric van

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The new eVito Tourer can be charged via the CCS-charging connection in the bumper on the front left side. It enables DC charging. Drivers have a huge influence on recuperation used to recharge the batteries while driving. They can influence the recuperation performance via gearshift paddles behind the steering wheel.

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Volkswagen’s ID.3 debuts for the European market

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With its fast charging capability, at a charging output of 100 kW it is possible to recharge the ID.3 The power electronics control the high-voltage energy flow between motor and battery and in this process, the system converts the direct current (DC) stored in the battery to alternating current (AC) for the drive motor. Visually, ID.

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