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BMW i home energy storage system integrates 2nd-life i3 vehicle batteries

Green Car Congress

Following in-vehicle usage, the BMW i3 battery retains most of its original capacity, thus continuing to offer years of emissions free power storage and expanding the sustainability concept beyond the individual vehicle life. These batteries were sourced from the BMW ActiveE test fleet in the US and from early BMW i3 vehicles.

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The Essential Guide to EV Smart Charging and Smart Energy Management

Driivz

Advantages of Smart Energy Management for Fleets. Private and fleet EV drivers want to charge anywhere – at the driver’s home, including multi-dwelling units like apartments and condos, workplace, depot, on the road, at a retail host – at any time. Advantages of Smart Energy Management for Fleets.