Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

In an effort to further understand and expand the possibilities of smart charging for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), BMW of North America announced a second phase of its BMW ChargeForward program. If a customer does not opt-out, the vehicle charging can be shifted to meet the needs of the energy grid.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

For the purposes of the executive order and action plan, ZEVs include hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Plan for and integrate peak vehicle demand for electricity into the state’s energy grid. Streamline permitting of hydrogen stations.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Many future owners may be driving EVs in an effort to reduce their carbon footprint and charging at home could give them the opportunity to control the source of the energy that goes into their car. For instance, they may have solar panels on their roof or could, via their utility, opt for energy from renewable sources.

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