Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2022

PG&E and Ford will test the F-150 Lightning and its Intelligent Backup Power bidirectional charging capabilities in providing backup power for customers’ homes in PG&E’s service area. The first installations of Ford’s Intelligent Backup Power are beginning in spring 2022, supported by Sunrun as Ford’s preferred installation partner.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2022

The companies will work together to drive adoption of open, interoperable standards in wireless charging for global electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure Siemens makes strategic investment in WiTricity and licenses their technology for future wireless EV charging products.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2020

Ballard Power Systems announced that its proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technology and products have now powered Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) in commercial heavy- and medium-duty motive applications for acumulative total of more than 50 million kilometers on roads around the globe, an increase of more than 5-times since 2017.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions, has added eGen Power 100S and 130D e-Axles to its fully electric portfolio of propulsion solutions. The eGen Power 100D is capable of supporting up to a 10.4

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

General Motors will be the first automaker to use an almost completely wireless battery management system (wBMS) for production electric vehicles. will be a primary driver of GM’s ability to ultimately power many different types of electric vehicles from a common set of battery components.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 26, 2023

Electric vehicles from both Tesla and other manufacturers require a bit of a paradigm shift when considering having them serviced.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 15, 2021

All vehicles require some form of maintenance. If you own a vehicle for a significant amount of time, you’ll pay a visit to the shop sooner or later. That said, drivers will typically spend less on long-term maintenance than they would for an internal combustion engine (ICE) car over time. Average Maintenance Costs.

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Setec Powerr

AUGUST 2, 2022

Ensuring normal heat dissipation from the EV charging station is crucial in maintenance in the hot summer environment. In the summer, maintenance also needs to give the charging module regular dust cleaning to ensure the module’s cooling effect. Gateway Maintenance. Connector Maintenance. Power line inspection.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 27, 2024

While it’s true that electric vehicles don’t require the same level of routine maintenance that gas vehicles do, EVs have some downsides. Power study showed that many are surprised that their heavy, torque-rich EV burns through rubber faster than when they had a gas vehicle. Outside of EV tires, J.D.

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Setec Powerr

APRIL 18, 2023

Electric vehicles are gaining popularity as people become increasingly concerned about the environment and rising fuel costs. While electric cars have many benefits, such as reduced emissions and lower fuel costs, they also present unique challenges when it comes to maintaining the charging infrastructure they require.

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Teslarati

MARCH 26, 2024

A new study shows that electric vehicle (EV) owners notice their tires wearing out more quickly than gas counterparts, although many have similar expectations about tire longevity as compared to those of internal combustion engine (ICE) owners. Power Senior Director of Benchmarking and Alternative Mobility. Power Study.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Introduction In the era of rapid urbanization and sustainable development, the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) plays a pivotal role in shaping smart cities. In this section, we delve deeper into the various facets of environmental sustainability in the context of electric vehicles and their impact on smart cities.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2021

AMPLY Power is working with Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions to expand fleet electrification offerings, including the first commercially available combination solar canopy and overhead electric vehicle charging solution covered by a power purchase agreement (PPA) leasing and financing model. PIDE Canopy Mount.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2023

Poland-based battery systems maker Impact Clean Power Technology unveiled a visualization of GigafactoryX—a large-scale battery factory for electric vehicles and energy storage which will be launched in the city of Pruszków, near Warsaw. Its construction will increase Impact’s production capacity to 1.2

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2023

KORE Power, a US-based developer of battery cell technology, has chosen Siemens to support the company’s future 12-GWh lithium-ion battery cell production facility—the KOREPlex. KORE Power’s featured product is a high energy density NMC cell offering 255 Wh/kg; KORE also offers module and rack configurations.

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Setec Powerr

MAY 31, 2023

As the world embraces electric vehicles, the demand for efficient and reliable EV charging stations is soaring. This surge creates an increasing need for proficient electric vehicle charging station contractors who can ensure these stations are installed and maintained to the highest standards.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2021

Adding another school district fleet electrification program to its growing list of customers, AMPLY Power has been selected to manage the charging of electric school buses for the Palermo Union Elementary School District in Northern California. The cost of electricity without managed charging could be as high as $0.20/kWh.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2018

At the Movin’On 2018 mobility summit in Montreal, hydrogen fuel-cell company Symbio intoduced a 40-kW fuel cell system—H2Motiv L—targeting range-extending conversion applications for heavy-duty electric vehicles. Similar use to that of a conventional vehicle due to the power (40 kW). Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2022

First-time owners who have made the switch to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are discovering that it is a positive experience. Power 2022 US Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study. Power US Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study. There’s essentially more to go wrong.

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Baua Electric

MAY 16, 2024

Software plays a pivotal role in enhancing the driving experience in electric vehicles (EVs) by enabling various features and functionalities that improve convenience, efficiency, and overall user satisfaction. Diagnostics and maintenance: All Altigreen EV components generate data on a multitude of parameters.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Twistact devices accomplish this pure-rolling-contact galvanic connection using a flexible, electrically conductive belt and a matching set of epicyclic sheaves. The technology proves beneficial in lowering costs, improving sustainability and reducing maintenance. Graphic illustration of the basic principle of the Twistact operation.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has taken delivery of its first heavy-duty battery-electric vehicle, marking a step in the airport’s transition to a fully electric fleet. The truck is expected to have significantly reduced maintenance and fuel costs compared with a similarly equipped internal combustion unit.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2020

Motiv Power Systems announced the deployment of nine electric box trucks with Community Resource Project (CRP). The electric trucks will be deployed in greater Sacramento to provide home energy audits, weatherization and HVAC services to low-income residents in an area where air quality is some of the worst in the country.

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Drive Electric

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Electric vehicles have historically received a bad reputation for concerns around safety. Issues like thermal runaway, electrocution, and reports of inextinguishable fires plagued the pioneering electric vehicles. Useful terms: Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle (ICEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV).

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2021

bp took its first major step into electrification in the US with the acquisition of AMPLY Power, an electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management provider for fleets that operate trucks, transit and school buses, vans and light-duty vehicles. Founded in 2018, AMPLY Power aims to make EV adoption easy for fleets.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Electric bus manufacturer Proterra has introduced a multi-dispenser charging solution which enables Proterra charging systems to have multiple low-profile charging dispensers paired with a single Power Control System (PCS). Sequential charging allows multiple vehicles to charge one after the other automatically and at full power.

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Plug In India

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In this blog we will talk about benefits of driving an electric car like the Jaguar I-PACE and also the maintenance aspect of the car. Video: ​Electric Car Maintenance with the Jaguar I-PACE Introduction There are lots of benefits of driving an electric car like the Jaguar I-PACE. This is not an endorsement.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2019

Plug Power Inc. The ProGen 30kW engine provides a cost-effective solution to meet the needs of today’s electric vehicle (EV) use-case, including high utilization, extended runtimes, reliable performance in harsh environments, rapid fueling, and zero emissions. 1 key trend in the automotive industry until 2025.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2019

EFG Companies, the innovator behind the award-winning Hyundai Assurance program, has launched the new Motorist Assistance Plan (MAP) Electric Vehicle Protection. Morgan and Edison Electric Institute: 1.2 million battery electric vehicles are estimated to be sold in North America in 2025.

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Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Electric vehicles (EVs) can use various types of electric motors, each with its own characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. Disadvantages: Limited efficiency, maintenance requirements due to brushes wear. Disadvantages: More complex control systems, slightly lower power density compared to some DC motors.

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Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India has been gaining momentum, driven by various factors such as environmental concerns, government initiatives, and advancements in technology. Various policy measures and incentives have been introduced to encourage both manufacturers and consumers to embrace electric mobility.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Dana Incorporated and Valeo announced a global collaboration to develop and to supply 48-volt electric-vehicle systems for new-mobility applications, including low-speed electric and hybrid e-AWD vehicles. The first system is scheduled to launch in early 2020 with a major European automaker on series-produced cars.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 30, 2022

The order—the single largest order of electric school buses from a school district for Blue Bird so far—enables the school district to convert nearly 50% of its diesel-powered bus fleet to electric. The district anticipates delivery of the zero-emission vehicles in the fourth quarter 2022.

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Plug in America

JULY 12, 2023

We’re thrilled to share our key takeaways from a Consumer Reports study that analyzed ownership costs between EVs and similar gas-powered models. The findings are truly impressive, showing significant savings for EV owners compared to their gas-powered counterparts.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 14, 2021

A new study published by US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory offers the most complete understanding yet of the costs of owning and operating a vehicle, and how those costs vary by powertrain, from the conventional to the cutting-edge. Overall, hybrid electric vehicles tend to be the lowest-cost powertrain.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2023

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Toyota Canada are partnering to bring 100 Mirai fuel cell vehicles to Alberta. This will be the first fleet of hydrogen-powered zero-emission vehicles in Alberta. Shuttle buses are also used in parking operations to assist passengers reaching their vehicles.

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EV Match

JANUARY 11, 2021

One of the fastest ways to accelerate your transition to an eco-friendlier lifestyle is to switch to an electric vehicle (EV). This accounts for 28% of emissions, coming in above agriculture, commercial & residential, industry and power generation. Electric vehicles are much cheaper to operate and maintain.

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