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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles

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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles by Darren Murph , posted Apr 19th 2009 at 4:24PM Just hours after General Motors put forth a proposal for a standardized plug for electric vehicles , in flies this. Español HD Mobile Engadget Engadget Engadget Web Images Video News Local RSS Feed Contact us Tip us on news!

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Gotrax GXL V2 Review: A budget-friendly beginner e-scooter

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With an affordable price point, modest speeds, and simple controls, it’s easy for anyone to hop on and zip around without prior experience. Fast charge time: Recharging the Gotrax GXL V2’s battery takes no longer than 3-4 hours, depending on how depleted it is. However, there are some downsides to consider.

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Segway Ninebot Max Review: A reliable long-range commuter scooter

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Not waterproof: The e-scooter does have a water-resistance rating of IPX5, but that’s not enough to ride in the rain or to get wet. However, the brake cable is threaded inside the stem frame to help reduce accidental contact with water. For only $999 , you won’t find many better deals at this price point.

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Electric Cars and a Smarter Grid - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

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A key thing, he said, will be to recharge the batteries at an acceptable time for the electricity grid — to “make sure people aren’t charging at the very peak, peak time,” like late afternoon when the electricity grid is already weighted down by demands like air conditioning. For more information, please see our Comments FAQ.

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Electric Car Makers: Oregon Wants You - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

And, if you consider lifetime costs of owning an EV versus owning a traditional internal combustion car, even if the initial purchase price of the EV is much more than your combustion car and you have to replace a battery for $4,000 after 7-10 years, the EV still costs less to operate. For more information, please see our Comments FAQ.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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But it is a price that must be paid, and GM should be commended for remaining committed to the Volt. The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. Former vice chairman Bob Lutz said as much a year ago.

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