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ECOtality to Provide Blink EV Charging Stations at Select US Best Buy Stores

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will provide electric vehicle (EV) charging stations ( earlier post ) at select US stores of electronics retailer Best Buy Co., Under the terms of the agreement, the Level 2, J1772-compliant charging stations will be installed at 12 Best Buy stores in Tucson, Ariz.; ECOtality, Inc. Phoenix, Ariz.; Los Angeles, Calif.;

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MINI Connected app relaunches with greater focus on driving-related functions

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The 5-year-old MINI Connected app is undergoing a major relaunch , with the new version available to download from mid-August. The new MINI Connected will simplify the App’s menu interfaces and offer MINI drivers a console to display a range of information and driving related functions. Other MINI Connected menu items.

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The Benefits of EV Charging Stations for Businesses: A Smart Move As the World Re-opens

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adults having received at least one vaccination , according to the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention statistics, more people are starting to shop and dine out. EV Charging Can Drive Shoppers to Your Business Spending at clothing and clothing-accessory stores grew by more than 200% year over year. of all U.S.

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Toyota to launch new “Big Data Traffic Information Service” in Japan

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Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) had developed and will launch in Japan the “Big Data Traffic Information Service”, a new traffic-information service utilizing “big data” including vehicle locations and speeds, road conditions, and other parameters collected and stored via telematics services.

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Working From Home Can Slash Solar Payback Periods For EV drivers

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According to insight from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) , more than 38% of the UK workforce now enjoy either a part-hybrid or totally remote role. In addition, installers nationwide have been reporting enquiry surges of more than 1,000%. Working From Home Can Slash Solar Payback Periods For EV Drivers. In result?

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Audi introduces Q7 e-tron quattro diesel PHEV SUV at Geneva; 138 mpg US

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The new two-phase charging technology installed in the new Q7 e-tron quattro allows charging with up to 7.2 They range from changeover to renewably generated electricity (Audi Energy) to installation and customer service. The standard Audi connect component links the Q7 e-tron quattro to the internet using the fast LTE standard.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Appendix D: Vehicle Driving Statistics. Another strikingly different concept evidenced by the PHEV is that it is essentially a large, portable battery that can store energy gathered during one part of the day, and then use it later to power not only itself but also the vehicle owner’s home. slow charge. Appendix F: Biofuel Issues.

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