Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 15, 2015

kW units from Chargepoint) will be installed in two phases, the first of which has already begun. The fee-based 50 kW DC Fast charger will open in early 2016 and will support both the CHAdeMO and SAE Combo standards. The fee-based 50 kW DC Fast charger will open in early 2016 and will support both the CHAdeMO and SAE Combo standards.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2021

Electrify America announced its “Boost Plan” to more than double its current electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the United States and Canada, with plans to have more than 1,800 fast charging stations and 10,000 individual chargers installed by the end of 2025.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2021

For the eActros, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is using a global platform architecture: the ePowertrain. For example, the more compact construction leaves a greater amount of installation space for a larger battery capacity. The maximum battery capacity of 420 kWh enables ranges of up to 400 kilometers (249 miles) to be achieved.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 13, 2024

Mercedes plans to install its new partner’s 400 kW EV fast chargers, built locally in the US, as part of a broader $1 billion investment to expand North American charging infrastructure. The station is part of a $1 billion joint venture to establish at least 400 Hubs that will become home to 2,500 DC fast chargers by 2030.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 22, 2020

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in late February demonstrated a 20-kilowatt bi-directional wireless charging system installed on a UPS medium-duty, plug-in hybrid electric delivery truck. The technology takes energy from the grid and converts it to direct current (DC) voltage.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 20, 2021

For the planned integrated solution, Ballard will supply the fuel cell system and related controls, and Forsee Power will supply the battery system and related battery management system, cooling system and high voltage DC/DC conversion system.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2021

By the end of 2021, the Virginia-based fleets will utilize the zero tailpipe emission trucks to transport inbound parts and components daily to the Volvo Trucks New River Valley Assembly Operations (NRV) in Dublin, Virginia, where every Volvo truck in North America is assembled.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2021

While most electric vehicle (EV) owners primarily charge their vehicles at home, public charging is a significant part of the EV ownership experience. —Brent Gruber, senior director of global automotive at J.D. However, satisfaction with DC fast charger availability is 720 while Level 2 charging station availability drops to 645.

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Baua Electric

MAY 16, 2024

The Megawatt Charging System cable and connector will be available on ChargePoint’s Power Link 2000 stations, part of its modular Express Plus DC fast charging platform. Electrifying these vehicles is a crucial step toward achieving global climate goals. The Megawatt Charging System will initially provide up to 1.2

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Setec Powerr

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Anatomy and Design CCS connectors are designed for swift direct current (DC) charging. The top part of the connector resembles the J1772, responsible for AC charging, while two large pins at the bottom facilitate DC fast charging. This allows for charging at home or at public stations.

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Blink Charging

APRIL 6, 2023

Needless to say, EV sales are increasing globally. Coming in second is Norway, followed by Sweden, Germany and the United Kingdom rounding out the top five countries for EV adoption, according to the most recent version of the Electric Vehicle Country Readiness Index from ​​ Ernst & Young Global Ltd.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2017

The LightningElectric battery conversion package is available for Ford Transit as part of Ford Motor Company’s eQVM program. Installation can be completed in just hours by certified installers. 5 hours (DC Fast Charge) 12 hours (Level 2) 1 hours (DC Fast Charge). Earlier post.) Charging time 6 hours (Level 2).5

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 10, 2012

The breakthrough removes a 100-year-old barrier to the development of DC transmission grids, which can enable the efficient integration and exchange of renewable energy. DC grids will also improve grid reliability and enhance the capability of existing AC (alternating current) networks, according to ABB. —Joe Hogan, CEO of ABB.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

DSM Engineering Materials has expanded its Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) test laboratory with equipment to validate tracking resistance to voltages up to 1,500V AC and 1,000V DC. —Franz Janson, Principal Product Development Engineer, PEE Global Automotive Resin Material Platform at TE Connectivity.

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EV Connect

AUGUST 6, 2021

Our biggest initiative was installing solar panels on multiple buildings, with all the power generated feeding into our corporate office and warehouse.” Like many businesses today, Jelly Belly has made sustainability an important part of their mission. “If we can do things to improve the environment, we definitely want to do them.”

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Green Car Congress

MAY 23, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emissions solutions for commercial fleets, announced the LightningElectric Ford Transit product line ( earlier post ) will expand to include a 150-mile range version, adding to the 50-mile and 100-mile versions. LightningElectric is available for the Ford Transit as part of Ford’s eQVM program.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2020

On the infrastructure side, the bill specifies that by the end of 2025: At least 400 DC Fast Chargers shall be available for public use at no fewer than 200 charging locations in the State. This bill represents a long-overdue commitment on the part of State government to put money where its mandates are.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

The production launch of the Mercedes-Benz A-class in two plug-in hybrid models is a strategic milestone as part of our global electric initiative. It can be charged at an external AC or DC electric energy source. The battery and power electronics installation takes place successively along the assembly line.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 6, 2021

—Yaris Pürsün, Head of Global Powertrain Operations Daimler Truck. Before the modules become part of an operational pack, they are first installed into a metal housing and then connected to other components such as busbars, control systems and wires. Battery packs from the Mercedes-Benz plant in Mannheim.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains for commercial fleets, announced new battery-electric powertrain options for the Ford E-450 Shuttle Bus and Ford E-450 Cutaway. Lightning Electric is available for the Ford E-450 as part of Ford’s eQVM (Advanced Fuel Qualified Vehicle Modifiers) program.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2019

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains for commercial fleets, announced new battery-electric powertrain options for the Ford F-59 Model to support its customers with delivery and food truck applications. Ford QVM participants perform installations and service.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

To support this transition to sustainability, Mercedes has also developed and begun implementing a global charging ecosystem, which currently consists of 100,000 EV charging piles in the US alone. The station is part of a $1 billion joint venture to establish at least 400 Hubs that will become home to 2,500 DC fast chargers by 2030.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Since unveiling Jaguar, Bentley and Rolls-Royce electrified classics, Lunaz has been consistently asked by its global customer base to apply its re-engineering and restoration approach to these cars. New air conditioning and electronic heating systems are installed and the accelerator is converted to a throttle-by-wire system.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Her work at the plant, her academic research, and her involvement in IEEE have helped Ansari build her community within the global nuclear industry. This month she is leading a project to swap out a damaged exciter, an alternator producing an AC current that is then converted to DC through rectifiers. Nuclear energy is the future.”

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2015

The Eguana power control system manages system power flow and handles the core power conversion functions—AC→DC and DC→AC—as well as connectivity with power grid. Their technology leadership and product platform is proven with thousands of units deployed in the global market.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emissions solutions for commercial fleets, is taking its new Ford Transit LightningElectric model ( earlier post ) on the road, showcasing the recently released vehicle efficiency ratings of 61 MPGe on in-town routes and 66 MPGe on highway.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of efficiency and emissions improvement solutions for fleets, announced that it is on schedule for March deliveries of its new battery-electric LightningElectric conversion system for Ford Transit. Installations and service are performed by Ford QVM upfitters and dealers around the world.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2018

As part of the electric offensive, Mercedes-Benz Cars counts on local emission-free vehicles. The event will be accompanied by an exhibition with examples of sustainable and green projects in the global production organization of Mercedes-Benz Cars. The decision also fits with our overall strategy.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 10, 2023

The German automotive sector, along with its global counterparts, is doing so by developing elektrische autos. One of these components is the inverter, which changes direct current (DC) from the car’s batteries into alternating current (AC) to power its drive motor (Figure 1). Anatomy of an Electric Drivetrain.

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Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

That all changed this year, after a team of IEEE volunteers traveled to the village and installed photovoltaic panels, a battery storage system, and a solar water heater at the Shree Batase Secondary School in Melamchi, which is about 45 kilometers from the capital city of Kathmandu. “The

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Blink Charging

AUGUST 14, 2023

Virtually any type of commercial property would benefit from installing EV charging infrastructure. Installing EV chargers for your commercial tenants can help attract companies that are looking for this valuable amenity. One of the best parts about commercial EV charging stations is that they can increase revenue.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2021

BrightDrop was born out of GM’s Global Innovation organization and joins the lineup of other recently launched Global Innovation startups, such as OnStar Insurance, OnStar Guardian and GM Defense. Peak charge rate of up to 170 miles of EV range per hour via 120kW DC fast charging. More than 600 cubic feet of cargo area.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Ford is collaborating with Amazon in the US for all installation services from 240V outlets to the Ford Connected Charge Station. —Ted Cannis, Ford director of global electrification. In collaboration with Electrify America, the FordPass Charging Network will provide access to DC fast chargers.

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The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Customer satisfaction is our priority and as such, we will take a brief pause on new deliveries,” stated Global VP of Chevrolet Scott Bell. Mr. Kozar even stated that the radio module his dealership installed as part of the infotainment fix wouldn’t interface with the rest of the vehicle, leaving technicians bewildered.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 12, 2010

Production-intent specs for the powertrain in the F-150 REEP (range-extended electric powertrain) include a Ford 2.0L, 4-cylinder normally aspirated gasoline engine powering an 82 kW (peak) Remy DC generator. V8 Ford powertrain originally installed in the vehicle. The converted pickup has a towing capacity of 6,500 lbs (2,948 kg). .

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Charged EVs

DECEMBER 21, 2022

“Identifying ideal routes is key to success,” says the LIGHTS group’s final report , and the learnings were underscored by the fleet operators taking part. In this case, Southern California has fairly temperate weather, and parts of the region are quite flat. Charging infrastructure installs vary, a lot.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

Although technical and operational efficiency improvements in conventional propulsion systems may lower CO 2 emissions from ships by as much as 20% across the global fleet, such marked gains in efficiency will not stop the steady increase of total emissions from shipping or meet the ambitious reduction targets of the future. Source: DNV.

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