Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Suppose there''s no way for businesses to make money on public electric-car charging stations--even with DC quick-charging? That was one sobering question that came up during the Plug-In 2013 conference, held in San Diego last Monday through Thursday.

San Diego 134

San Diego 2013 Plug-in Plug 134

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

In the initial phase, the aim is to install nearly 100 DC Fast charging ports across both coasts, with plans to expand the program to increase access to fast charging across the country. These newly installed DC Fast chargers will be added to the growing ChargePoint network of more than 20,000 charging spots in North America.

DC 150

DC BMW Charging North America 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Pike Research forecasts that annual sales of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) will reach 358,959 vehicles by 2017, representing a compound anual growth rate (CAGR) of 43% between 2011 and 2017. San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA. San Diego-Carlsbad-San Marcos, CA. San Diego-Carlsbad-San Marcos, CA.

Plug-in 261

Plug-in Plug San Diego New York 261

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2012

The core EV Pilot Program consisted of the following: 116 plug-in electric vehicles will be leased to 20 agencies, including the departments of Energy, the Navy, and the Treasury. The vehicles will be in five cities: Washington; Detroit; and Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco, Calif.

Eaton 334

Eaton San Diego San Francisco Los Angeles 334

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2013

ABB has broadened its support of the new Combined Charging System (CCS) standard with the expansion of its 4 th generation fast charging product portfolio with the introduction of the Terra multi-standard DC fast charging station 23.

San Diego 296

San Diego Los Angeles Charging BMW 296

Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2013

EcoCAR 2: Plugging In to the Future named Pennsylvania State University its Year Two winner at the EcoCAR 2013 Competition in San Diego. From there, the competition moved to San Diego for a second round of judging by automotive industry experts.

San Diego 207

San Diego PHEV Pennsylvania Lithium Ion 207

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

When equipped with DC Fast Charging (optional on SE, standard on SEL Premium), the battery can be charged to 80% within an hour at a 50 kW DC fast charging station. Figures based on DOE’s GHG calculator for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.). The electric motor on the 2017 e-Golf has been upgraded as well.

2017 150

2017 EPA Miles San Diego 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Employees with chargers at their workplace are six times more likely to drive a plug-in electric vehicle than the average worker, and chargers located at the workplace can potentially double an electric vehicle owner’s daily driving range. Joining Electrify America in this initiative are SemaConnect, EV Connect and Greenlots.

Installation 170

Installation America San Jose San Diego 170

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2013

Two awards approved today will expand plug-in electric vehicle (EV) charging options in the San Diego area. will receive $499,512 for the installation of 138 dual Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations, and 68 home charging stations at multi-family residences within the city of San Diego.

San Diego 218

San Diego California Transportation Clean 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2013

The California Energy Commission (CEC) approved funding to advance further the development of its pioneering 42 MW peak microgrid and expand electric vehicle charging at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). The return on this investment extends far beyond the San Diego campus. The Commission approved a $1.6-million

Energy Storage 231

Energy Storage San Diego California Energy 231

Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2021

DC Fast Charging stations will be placed in retail locations, but will also consider the needs of adjacent multi-unit dwellings, where Level 2 (L2) residential charging deployment is oftentimes challenging. Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario. San Diego-Carlsbad. San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward.

America 341

America Long Beach California Los Angeles 341

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

If this is appealing, then the 2022 Pacifica plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is what you are looking for. Getting The Most From the Plug-In Hybrid System. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has two main ways the battery is charged–plugging in or through regenerative braking when slowing or stopping. The only minivan with a plug.

Chrysler 80

Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 80

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers can now travel the most heavily-trafficked corridors on the East and West Coasts of the United States with the installation of 95 new DC Fast charging stations as part of the Express Charging Corridors Initiative—a collaboration of BMW of North America, Volkswagen of America, Inc.

BMW 150

BMW Charging San Diego San Francisco 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Volvo Cars will introduce a front-wheel drive (FWD), 3-cylinder engine variant of its Twin Engine plug-in hybrid electric vehicle system in 2018, followed by its first production battery-electric vehicles and a new 48V mild hybrid system in 2019, according to Mats Anderson, Senior Director of Electric Propulsion Systems.

Volvo 150

Volvo 2019 2018 Li-ion 150

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 1, 2009

Bill, former EVA of San Diego Prez, is credited with the "Electric Drag'in" EVent, which was the forerunner for first "Kick Gas Festival" and hence, the second one. From below left to right standing are: Todd Barlow of Green Motors of Phoenix, AZ, and Colby Trudeau, PIA Coordinator, who is also on the PluginAmerica Board of Directors.

San Diego 36

San Diego DC Phoenix Gas 36

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

It was more than a hybrid—it was a plug-in hybrid. The plug means the 2021 Pacifica has a 32-mile all-electric driving range, which for most people is far more than they will drive in their daily routine. Plug it in to add electric-only miles. Plug-in charging can be scheduled for off-peak hours to save on electricity costs.

Chrysler 93

Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 93

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Pike projections of cumulative light duty plug-in electric vehicle sales, 10 largest MSAs by population, 2011-2017. Pike Research has earlier forecasted the plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) market at the national level in the US, globally, and within world regions and key countries. San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA. Earlier post.)

New York 268

New York Florida California Los Angeles 268

Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2013

Direct PV-to-vehicle DC battery charging will substantially improve charging efficiency by reducing losses associated with DC-to-AC and AC-to-DC conversion. Market Background Plug-ins Smart charging Smart Grid Sustainability' Direct solar PV-to-vehicle charging. ZeroHouse 2.0 The ZeroHouse 2.0

Honda 341

Honda Ford Davis Grid 341

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Partial Consent Decree, CARB moved forward the company’s plans for DC fast-charging in more metro areas, adding charging for regional routes, and strengthening highway networks. Electrify America will invest in these new metro areas added for Cycle 2: Riverside-San Bernardino. San Diego-Carlsbad.

California 290

California America San Jose Sacramento 290

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Highlights of the California Cycle 2 ZEV Investment Plan include: Metropolitan Areas: The central focus of electric vehicle charging infrastructure investment in Cycle 2 will shift to more DC Fast Charging (DCFC) stations within metro areas, where electric vehicle (EV) drivers are expected to charge most often. San Diego-Carlsbad.

America 239

America California Emissions Vehicles 239

Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2017

In addition, other use cases/technologies are also under consideration including destination charging at California state parks to increase access to L2s, and, for higher power DC charging applications, targeted battery storage to manage peak demand, ease grid loads, etc.

California 236

California America San Jose Sacramento 236

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

Nissan plans to triple the current electric vehicle quick-charging infrastructure in the United States with the addition of at least 500 quick-charging stations in the next 18 months, including the greater Washington DC area’s first fast-charge network. Nissan outlined the strategy at the Washington Auto Show. Earlier post.)

Nissan 261

Nissan Charging Washington Fort Worth 261

Charged EVs

MAY 8, 2023

You could do V2G through the DC port of the vehicle—this is what we are doing with school buses here in California, where our charging station converts AC to DC and then connects to the DC port of the vehicle to provide power. Then it takes the DC from the bus, or car, and converts it back to AC to provide power for the grid.

Charging 132

Charging Grid DC Denmark 132

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2010

San Diego, Calif. Separately, ECOtality said that it will unveil its commercial DC Fast Charging station at the upcoming Business of Plugging In 2010 conference. Under the terms of the agreement, the Level 2, J1772-compliant charging stations will be installed at 12 Best Buy stores in Tucson, Ariz.; Phoenix, Ariz.;

Store 218

Store Buy San Diego Charging 218

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

Cheers PHEV3A'rs, EVADC'rs and EVnthusiasts, One & All - In San Diego, the "Spirit" did on PHEV Day 135, Tuesday, 10 February 2009, a run to Cuyamaca College. Missing out there in San Diego on just one more opportunity charge to give us 12 electric miles, we would have hit the GOAL of 101MPG. and ICE: 55%.

San Diego 36

San Diego Phoenix Tucson Re-Charge 36

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2010

Nissan has formed more than a dozen partnerships in the United States, in markets including State of Tennessee, the State of Oregon, Sonoma County and San Diego in California, Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz., Washington DC, Seattle, Raleigh, N.C., and with Houston-based Reliant Energy. Earlier post.). Tenneco, Inc. Earlier post.).

Nissan 225

Nissan San Diego Batteries Battery 225

Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2010

The vehicles will be powered by 11,210 UL-Listed charging stations in homes, and commercial and public locations in five US states: Arizona (Phoenix and Tucson), Washington (Seattle), Oregon (Portland, Salem, Corvallis and Eugene), California (San Diego) and Tennessee (Chattanooga, Knoxville and Nashville).

San Diego 186

San Diego Nashville Stimulus Tucson 186

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

After a couple hours driving the VF 8 in San Diego County, here are our initial thoughts. EPA measurement) Battery and Charging The VF 8 is charged through a plug-in port offering three charging speeds. Or three years of charging at Electrifying America stations for either Level 2 or Level 3 DC fast charging.

San Diego 96

San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV Plug-in Hybrid Technology in an All-New Package Toyota is taking the lead suggesting how you should drive a plug-in hybrid. Smart owners will quickly learn that, by plugging-in daily, they will reap the benefits of electric driving. kilowatt charger.

Prius 87

Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 87

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

DECEMBER 23, 2009

Cheers EVADC'rs, PHEV'rs, and EVnthusiasts, En route after a few days visiting with Asher Family members and friends in San Diego, CA, the "Spirit" was hypermiling along in the 50's MPG on the sunny and bright California I-5 to Santa Rosa, on Wednesday, 23 December 2009. Noel, Noel EVer a'Plug'n, All American "Spirit of DC" and EVJerr.

2009 36

2009 DC Toyota San Diego 36

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2013

The first public charging station in the US to offer the SAE Combo-Charging fast charging system has opened at the Fashion Valley Mall in San Diego, CA. The new combined AC and DC charging, or combo, connector is accessible via a single charge port on the vehicle.

San Diego 281

San Diego Charging Oregon Chrysler 281

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

APRIL 20, 2009

Cheers PHEV3A'rs, EVADC'rs, and EVnthusiasts, One & All - The "All American Spirit of DC" spent the last three days on the National Mall - showing & shining. Probably also from San Diego, CA. even on rainy Monday, at the EVADC Exhibit with the EPA 5th National Sustainable Design EXPO. with the Capitol as a backdrop.

San Diego 36

San Diego DC 2009 PHEV 36

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

FEBRUARY 10, 2009

Cheers PHEV3A'rs, EVADC's, and EVnthusiasts, One & All - After so much weather in California, commonly known as rain elsewhere, the "Spirit of DC" was charged and ready for a Tuesday run over to Cuyamaca Community College for a show & shine display, courtesy of Diesel & Electronics Instructor Jim "P" Hannibal.

San Diego 36

San Diego DC PHEV Plug-in 36

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

The Vehicle Technologies Office Program Wide Selections will aim to reduce the cost and improve the efficiency of plug-in electric, alternative fuel, and conventional vehicles through thirty-five projects addressing 11 areas of interest. Plug In America. University of California ‐ San Diego. Description. Federal funding.

Vehicles 150

Vehicles Plug-in Lithium Ion Universal 150

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

FEBRUARY 7, 2009

PRLog (Press Release) – Feb 06, 2009 – The "Spirit of DC's" on the road again on its Sun Belt Grand Finale from San Francisco to Washington, DC. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle All Around America (PHEV3A) tour with "EVJerry" Asher driving started last year on Earth Day, in front of the Nation’s Capitol.

Plug-in 36

Plug-in El Paso Plug Electric Vehicles 36

Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2016

During past eight years the number of plug-in electric vehicle models has increased from one to more than 20, battery costs have decreased 70%, and the number of electric vehicle charging stations has increased from less than 500 in 2008 to more than 16,000 today—a 40-fold increase. University of California, San Diego.

Obama 150

Obama Charging Financing DC 150

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 7, 2008

Maybe even provide feedback to PHEV3A Co-Chairs: Joe Lado JoeLado@yahoo.com or EVJerry Asher EVJerry@usa.net (202) 486-5450 "Spirit of DC" PHEV All Around America Update - 7 November 2008 I. See Dr Walter Wu's email regarding gifting the "Spirit of DC" in the Feb 2009 timeframe. Winter Schedule Planning for "Spirit of DC: A.

DC 36

DC PHEV San Francisco America 36