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Eaton introduces DC-DC converters for 48V commercial vehicle architectures

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Power management company Eaton introduced a family of 48-volt DC-DC converters for diesel-powered commercial vehicles that can be used to power accessories such as antilock brakes and lighting. Unlike competitive offerings, Eaton’s DC-DC converters are operational in ambient temperatures up to 85 ?C

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

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Convenience stores and truck stops are in a fantastic position to take advantage of available federal funding for DC fast charging stations. Here’s what you need to know installing EV charging stations at your c-store or truck stop. Not located in a designated AFC? Let’s look at some of the available funding for businesses.

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Honda opens Smart Home US in California; produces more energy than it consumes; direct DC-DC EV charging

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The home’s occupant will be able to use less than half of the energy of a similarly sized new home in the Davis area for heating, cooling and lighting. DC-to-DC electric vehicle charging. Advanced lighting. The home is also three times more water-efficient than a typical US home. Photo by Dorian Toy. Click to enlarge.

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7-Eleven wants its EV charging network to be among the largest

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Convenience store chain 7-Eleven has ambitious plans for EV charging. The plan includes DC fast-charging stations at 7-Eleven locations in the U.S. While light on. The company on Thursday announced 7Charge, an EV charging network that it aims to make one of the largest in North America.

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Walmart’s Planned DC Fast Charging Network Could Be Game Changing

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On April 6, Walmart announced that by 2030 it intends to build its own DC fast-charging network at “thousands of Walmart and Sam’s Club locations coast-to-coast.” First, let’s look at Walmart’s existing DC fast charging footprint. of Electrify America’s total number of DC fast charging ports.

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Three Major Sources of Funding for EV Charging at Convenience Stores and Truck Stops

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In the ongoing transition to electric vehicles (EVs), convenience stores and truck stops will continue to be important places for public EV charging. Businesses like convenience stores and truck stops are poised to take advantage of the current increase of EVs by installing public EV charging infrastructure. times more than in 2018.

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Electrify America expands home charging offerings with launch of Electrify Home

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Electrify America LLC, the largest open DC fast charging network in the US, is investing $2 billion over 10 years in Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure, education and access. The Electrify Home web store offers a one-stop solution to charging at home. foot long cable makes it easy to reach and plug in your car.

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