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New fka and Roland Berger E-Mobility Index finds China best prepared for electric mobility among all automotive nations

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Although Germany takes the lead from France in terms of technology for this latest report, China is catching up quickly and ranks second in terms of technology for the first time. France drops to fourth place, while Japan drops from fourth to fifth place. France is ranked second ahead of a strongly growing South Korean market (+189%).

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What Is a Charge Point Operator (CPO)?

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A Charge Point Operator (CPO) is an eMobility industry player that builds EV charging sites, installs hardware from a variety of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) vendors, and ensures optimal ongoing EV charging operations. Scalability Scalability is critical to keep up with the rapidly expanding growth of the EV market.

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Kinetic Traction Systems launches with trackside flywheel energy storage technology for rail

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The KTSi proprietary flywheel design has already been used to provide clean traction power to subway trains in several of the world’s leading metropolitan transit authorities, including NYC Transit, London Underground and Lyon Metro, France. The machine is connected to the traction DC supply system via the constant-voltage inverter drive.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Sprout at Plug-in 2010

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Earlier this year, Nissan Nissan North America (NNA) selected AeroVironment to supply electric vehicle home-charging stations and installation services supporting the introduction of the LEAF. The parking block is installed on the ground at the front of the parking spot and self-aligns with the vehicle adapter. Click to enlarge.

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ABB charges into the future with Formula E

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Typically, with electrical equipment, you install it and then you just leave it there for 10, 15-plus years. Now, the general consensus seems to be that having the [AC-to-DC] conversion happen off-board lightens the bus, and makes room for a bigger battery. Don’t most of today’s e-buses offer both Level 2 and DC charging?

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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Alternatively they can serve as buffers for renewables such as wind and solar power—whether as part of the grid or as home installations. It enables electric cars to be charged with direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) using the standard Combo 2 connector. Fast charging and Audi wireless charging.

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Peugeot Releases Specs, Pricing Package for the iOn EV

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The iOn is a rear-wheel drive vehicle in which the electric motor and single-ratio reduction gearbox are installed in front of the rear suspension. The motor is supplied with a 330 V three-phase alternating current (AC) from the inverter which is supplied with a 330 V direct current (DC) from the main battery pack.

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