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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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A 10 kWh battery energy storage system in the garage, using the same lithium-ion cells that are used in the Honda Fit EV, allows stored solar energy to be used at night, when household demand typically peaks and electric vehicles are usually charged. DC-to-DC electric vehicle charging. Photo by Dorian Toy.

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Hyundai introducing 48V mild hybrid system with 1.6L diesel in Europe

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The technology comprises a 48-volt battery, a Mild Hybrid Starter Generator (MHSG) and LDC converter (Low Voltage DC/DC). In addition to the 48V electrical system, the vehicle is equipped with the conventional 12V electrical system, which is connected via the DC/DC converter to the 48V system.

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How to choose solar EV charger?

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I’m sure many car owners have problems charging their EVs, so it’s cool to be able to charge them at home with free and clean solar energy. Solar EV chargers are devices that can charge electric vehicles using solar energy. Inverter: Solar systems generate DC power, while electric vehicles need AC power to charge.

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IKEA Teams Up With Electrify America To Provide Charging in The United States.

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IKEA plans to increase the number of ultra-fast public charging stations and delivery fleet car chargers in its US stores. The furniture retailer has announced a partnership with Electrify America and Electrify Commercial to install new charging stations in over 25 IKEA stores in the US.

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The difference between kW and kWh | EV Basics

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If you’ve only ever driven conventional fuel vehicles, we’re here to explain this basic EV knowledge today. The total output energy produced by a solar system, as well as the amount stored in solar batteries is measured this way. And kWh refers to how much energy a vehicle can store.

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5 Benefits of Installing public EV charging stations for Your Business

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With these vehicles on the road, the demand and development of public EV charging stations are bound to see significant growth, and if you’re a business owner, this will be a great opportunity. Read on to learn the top 5 benefits of installing public EV charging stations at your business or workplace.

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ECOtality files for Chapter 11; seeking approval to sell all assets

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EV charging solutions company ECOtality, Inc. The companies have proposed to jointly administer their Chapter 11 cases under the caption In re Electric Transportation Engineering Corporation, dba ECOtality North America, Case No. 2:13-bk-16126-RJH. Earlier post.)