Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

The electric truck is relatively more cost-effective on the NYCC and when VKT demand is higher. Cost-competitiveness of the electric truck diminishes in drive cycles with higher average speeds. One surprise among their findings was that the electric truck had cost advantages over the diesel vehicle under some conditions.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2014

The Mercedes-Benz MY14 B-Class Electric Drive ( earlier post )—the first electric offering for the brand in the United States—is priced at $41,450, excluding $925 destination and delivery. Customers may be eligible for federal tax credits (which run up to $7,500) or state/local tax credits. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2014

The new funding will be shared by six Stanford research teams and an international group from the United States and Europe. The goal is to develop high-energy, durable lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles by improving the cycle life of the battery electrodes. Photo-electrochemically rechargeable zinc-air batteries.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2010

in lithium-ion and other advanced battery technologies. Hitachi hopes to boost worldwide sales of its lithium-ion and other batteries for use in electric vehicles and smart grids.If Hitachi hopes to boost worldwide sales of its lithium-ion and other batteries for use in electric vehicles and smart grids.If

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

Additionally, they noted, there is no acid inside a lithium ion battery to cause corrosion, which eliminates potential damage to a vehicle from chemical spills and poisonous gases. This reduces battery replacement costs, enables vehicles to operate for longer periods of time and reduces life-cycle cost. Zanardelli, S.,

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 10, 2011

PowerGenix, the manufacturer of high performance, rechargeable Nickel-Zinc (NiZn) batteries ( earlier post ), has entered an exclusive agreement with PSI Acquisition, LLC to supply battery cells for UP-Stealth, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for the traffic industry.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2009

and a leading global supplier of microporous separators used in primary and secondary (rechargeable) lithium-ion batteries, recently submitted an application for grant funding under the US Department of Energy (DOE) Electric Drive Vehicle (EDV) Battery and Component Manufacturing Initiative (DE-FOA-0000026). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2017

Ltd, has introduced the XPAND battery pack, delivering electric vehicle manufacturers a safe, high-performance, cost-effective battery solution for electric bus, tram, truck, ground support equipment (GSE), military, marine, special-purpose and other commercial and industrial electric vehicle (EV) applications. kWh XMP71P and the 11.4

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Get Electric Vehicle

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The main type of battery used is Lithium-ion and when the charge is depleted the batteries can be recharged again. In fuel cell cars we do not have to recharge the battery. For example, in 2021 residents of California welcomed the United state’s first electric fire truck.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Recent public policies in the United States and other countries have improved the prospects for initial commercialization of PEVs. The production intentions of automakers are currently insufficient to meet the 1-million PEV unit 2015 goal, and even the current plans for production volume may not be met. Policy Instruments.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

By early 2012, TMC plans to begin sales of a “Prius”-based PHV, mainly in Japan, the United States and Europe. Sales are targeted at more than 50,000 units annually, and the price for Japan is expected to be in the ¥3 million range (US$36,000). L/100km) under the 10-15 Japanese test cycle. Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles.

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Setec Powerr

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

What if you do accidentally run out of battery while you’re out and about and can’t find a place to recharge it? The company’s technology is built on modules of lithium-ion batteries known as “Roadies,” which can be transported to where drivers want to be charged. Future plans for SparkCharge.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2009

GM will manufacture the Ampera’s battery pack will be manufactured by GM at the first lithium-ion production facility to be operated by a major automaker in the United States. More than 220 lithium-ion cells in the T-shaped pack provide power. Recharging uses a standard 230V outlet. Earlier post.)

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Blink Charging

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

But, how is AI helping with EVs in the United States of America (and other countries)? The state of Michigan, for example, is using AI to help transportation planners decide where to put EV charging stations. AI and EV are working together to help the USA. In many ways, actually. Charger Deployment.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2012

Odyne’s hybrid technology combines electric power conversion, power control and energy storage technology with Remy electric propulsion motors, modular Johnson Controls lithium-ion battery systems and other automotive-quality components.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

In addition to MBTA, eight other partners across the United States are slated to receive vehicles for demonstration and testing purposes. kWh lithium ion battery pack and a 6.6 Earlier post.). Strictly a demonstration program, there are no plans for a production version of the PHEV Ram 1500 truck at this time.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2010

The target liquid fuel is isooctane, which fits well into the existing transportation fuel system in the United States. This project will develop and optimize a novel, engineered microorganism that produces a biodiesel-equivalent fuel from renewable hydrogen and carbon dioxide, at costs of less than $2.50 per gallon.

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Plug In Partners

JUNE 11, 2008

Japan and Europe by 2010 By Yuri Kageyama, The Associated Press June 11, 2008 TOKYO -- Toyota is introducing a plug-in hybrid with next-generation lithium-ion batteries in the U.S., Lithium-ion batteries , now common in laptops, produce more power and are smaller than nickel-metal hydride batteries used in hybrids now.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 11, 2023

Photo-illustration: Max-o-matic; photo source: M&N/Alamy Some operators of early direct-current power plants at the turn of the 20th century solved the problem of uneven power output from their generators by employing large banks of rechargeable lead-acid batteries, which served as a kind of buffer to balance the flow of electrons.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 5, 2020

Canada-based Zinc8 Energy Solutions has created a wholly owned US subsidiary in New York state named Zinc8 Energy Solutions (USA) Inc. With the rechargeable zinc-air flow battery technology, the system can be configured to support a wide range of long-duration applications for microgrids and utilities.

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Blink Charging

JANUARY 26, 2024

When considering electric vehicles for a commercial or government fleet, fleet owners and managers must always ask, “How much will this cost?” This means there is far less of a chance that a component will fail and leave an EV in the repair bay costing you time and money to repair. How Long Do EV Batteries Last?

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 19, 2009

This work is intended to enable market introduction of various electric vehicle technologies by lowering the cost of battery packs, batteries, and electric propulsion systems for EDVs through high-volume manufacturing. Advanced Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Facilities. Advanced Battery Supplier Manufacturing Facilities.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2020

It is essential for the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries commonly used for everything from electric vehicles to cell phones and laptops. However, lithium is sourced almost exclusively from other countries, either concentrated using a solar evaporation process from natural brine sources or recovered from ore.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2010

As an example of cost direction, BCG forecasts that NCA cell and pack costs will decline 60-65% by 2020. Despite this cost challenge, however, the report projects steady growth for hybrid and electric cars—including mild- and full-hybrids; plug-in hybrids; extended range electric vehicles; and fully electric vehicles.

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Blink Charging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Even with current lithium-ion technology, EV batteries showcase impressive durability and sustained energy retention. With an extended lifespan, they reduce the need for replacements, minimize environmental impacts, and lower ownership costs. However, an electric car’s lithium-ion battery may last as long as the vehicle itself.

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EV Connect

JANUARY 8, 2024

According to the Alternative Fuels Data Center, there are 36,366 DC Fast charging stations available in the United States. If you want to know how much it costs to ‘fill up’ at a DC station, the total cost will then depend on the time of day and location. Should you use one of them to charge your Electric Vehicle (EV)?

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Its like having a second fuel tank that you always use first -- only you fill up at home, from a regular outlet, at an equivalent cost of under $1/gallon. Lifetime service costs are lower for a vehicle that is mainly electric. At $3 for a gallon of gas, driving a non-hybrid car costs 8-20 cents/mile (depending on MPG).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

The cars, two of which were produced in association with major OEMs (Ford and Hyundai/Kia), exhibit substantial environmental and fuel-efficient benefits through low-cost hybridization. Lead-carbon batteries also differ from lithium-ion in that they require no active cooling and no expensive battery management system at a cell level.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Using a liquid-cooled 28 kWh lithium-ion battery from Johnson Controls, Transit Connect Electric wagon can achieve a range of 55 to 80 miles (86 to 129 km) on a single charge depending on driving conditions and ancillary power usage. The wagon has a top speed of 75 mph (121 km/h). —Scott Harrison, Azure Dynamics CEO.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai announced plans to offer its next-generation Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle for the US market for $499 per month, including unlimited free hydrogen refueling and At Your Service Valet Maintenance at no extra cost. The energy is stored in a 24 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery, jointly developed with LG Chemical.

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Drive Electric

APRIL 12, 2023

Lithium is a naturally occurring element found in the earth’s crust and is usually found in mineral deposits, brine pools, and salt flats. Lithium is commonly used for rechargeable batteries, particularly in Electric Vehicles (EVs). How much lithium is available globally?

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Cars That Think

MARCH 29, 2022

Spinning at up to 25,000 rpm, two permanent-magnet motors independently power the front wheels, or regenerate energy from braking to recharge the batteries. kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack (with 84 pouch-style cells courtesy of SK Innovation ) that’s laser-welded behind two racy sport seats. km circuit.

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Wallbox

JANUARY 4, 2021

These misconceptions typically center around cost, performance, practicality and the true environmental benefits of EVs. This means pricier EV models can still become more cost-effective than their cheaper gas counterparts within a few years (see graphic above). So, what are the main drivers behind these savings?

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Volvo Ford-owned company exploring PHEVs "ReCharge" flex-fuel series 60-mile concept PHEV w/wheel motors. Carmakers response to real and specific concerns about battery lifetime, up-front costs, and safety issues is to focus on engineering and testing for an unspecified number of years. By partnering with these two industries.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Much standards work has been undertaken to ensure the safety of lithium-ion batteries and EVSE. Safety aspects and seamless charging are challenges that standardization must address. Safety of electric vehicle infrastructure and batteries. This body works to develop global technical regulations for the industry.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JULY 14, 2009

It’ll be mostly driven by the cost of gas. The vehicles will be made in the United States, Japan and Europe. That bet takes shape at a new lithium ion battery plant and at an electric-vehicle assembly line that Nissan will build at its Smyrna, Tenn., government will cover some of the costs.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Japanese manufacturer Nissan has made it clear that it sees electric power as the future of the automotive industry – and now it is working on a lithium-ion battery that can power an electric car for 190 miles on a single charge. Now, Nissan hopes to have the new battery ready to be incorporated in electric vehicles by 2015.

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