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Lessons from a year with solar power

EV Info

It was one year ago that we decided to add solar panels to our roof. In March 2020 we installed 9 solar panels an inverter and 2 battery packs. Panels: JA Solar black. The solar panels attach to the roof and convert solar light into electrical energy. The main reasons were: Reduce our monthly electricity.

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Gear up for outdoor adventures with BLUETTI’s huge spring sale

Baua Electric

Plus BLUETTI is unleashing extra-special deals on two solar-powered newcomers. Equipped with 204.8Wh capacity, it’s the perfect grab-and go power station for ensuring you’ve got plenty of juice for your phone, portable devices, coffee makers, and other essentials for outdoor getaways, RV trips, and camping.

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Can Fiat win over the hearts of Americans with its new, better 500e?

Baua Electric

The battery comes with DC charging at up to 85 kW, which adds enough juice for 31 extra miles of range in just five minutes, according to Fiat. If you’re considering going solar, it’s always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers. Get started here. –ad* ad* FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Lightning Eyes 10-Minute Charging for its Motorbikes

Cars That Think

Founder Richard Hatfield claims that the company’s Lightning Strike motorcycle can fill its battery from 20 percent to 80 percent in a little over 10 minutes on a Level 3 DC fast charger. When it’s time to stop, the Strike can absorb Level 3 juice at up to 120 kilowatts.

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Fiat unveils 5 new boxy ‘Panda-inspired’ concept cars

Baua Electric

The battery comes with DC charging at up to 85 kW, which adds enough juice for 31 extra miles of range in just five minutes, according to Fiat. All photos courtesy of Fiat/Stellantis Charge your electric vehicle at home using rooftop solar panels. It’s free, with no sales calls until you choose an installer.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

Cars That Think

In case of power outage at home, the DC pins in the charger can send juice back into the house, keeping the lights on. America’s largest panel producer, Sunrun of California has teamed up with Ford to offer solar roof panels integrated into the transfer switch setup in sync with Ford’s “Intelligent Backup Power” installation.

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EVndeavoring to Do a Month or Two in Review Since July, August. with "Spirit of DC" Hang'in in Phoenix and EVJerry Taking on "Power of DC".

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

It's almost like another reality not cruising the Blue Highways with the "Spirit of DC." while awaiting a PluginSupply.com upgraded box battery and a set of Li-ion battery -- something new and in anticipation for the upcoming EVenture called Tour de AZ: "Spirit of DC" All Around Arizona EVducational Tour. How time zips by. 6000+ miles.

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