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Hitachi ABB Power Grids launches EV charging system for large-scale e-mobility: Grid-eMotion Fleet

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Grid-eMotion Fleet comes in standard containers that integrate the grid connection and charging systems. Grid-eMotion Fleet uses DC technology and can connect to any type of power network, removing the complexities of integrating AC-DC chargers into a system.

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Tata Motors launches $10,000 electric hatch; deliveries of Tiago.ev start in January

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It will be the first in its segment to offer best-in-class connected features as standard across all trims, that are usually offered in more premium cars. The production of the 24kWh battery pack variants have been prioritized based on insights to match customer expectations at the time of delivery. XZ+ Tech LUX. XZ+ Tech LUX.

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GM enhancing Energy Assist app for EVs

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GM will integrate dynamic data from additional charging providers throughout 2020, which will include EV Connect continuing to enhance the customer experience. EV owners can now view more than 40,000 charging stations in North America, with access to 30 percent more DC Fast Chargers compared to 2019. Start-to-Charge. Review and Rate.

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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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Peak charge rate of up to 170 miles of EV range per hour via 120kW DC fast charging. Built-in connectivity provides businesses with detailed data and insights that can help improve overall operations, including route efficiency, asset utilization and product upgrades. More than 600 cubic feet of cargo area. Future concepts.

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Improve EV charging ROI and customer experience by choosing the right fast chargers

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Some charging operators assume they need the highest-power DC chargers available, but it makes more sense to choose the right power levels for the use case of each specific charging site. Shortly after that, your focus seemed to shift to DC fast chargers. Then they got involved in developing the first DC fast charger.

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A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Management Software Solution

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Analytics and Reports – provide EV charging providers with trends and insights that help with the operation of their charger network and help them identify and plan future investment into new infrastructure to grow their network. Unlike Level 1 and Level 2 chargers, they employ DC (direct current).

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Ford investing additional $4.5B to add 13 new electrified vehicles by 2020; new fast-charging Focus Electric next year

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Coming next year is a new Focus Electric, which features all-new DC fast-charge capability delivering an 80% charge in an estimated 30 minutes and projected 100-mile range—an estimated two hours faster than today’s Focus Electric. The new $4.5B infusion is Ford’s largest-ever electrified vehicle investment in a five-year period.

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