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“Big data” analysis of Beijing taxi fleet suggests maximum electrification subsidy benefit from targeting medium-range plug-in hybrids

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A pair of researchers at the University of Michigan have used “big data” mining techniques to evaluate the impact of adopting plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) in the Beijing taxi fleet on life cycle greenhouse gas emissions based on the characterized individual travel patterns. one-driver taxi versus two-driver taxi).

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Gravity to implement 500 kW EV charger ‘trees’ on US streets to grow network larger than Tesla’s

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NY-based startup and EV infrastructure specialist Gravity has launched a new line of universal EV charger “trees” it hopes will bring convenient charging sessions curbside on city streets. is a startup focused on sustainable fleets and the infrastructure required to operate them efficiently. Gravity Inc. Gravity Inc.

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PHEVLERs are the Zero CO2 Clean Green Machines of the Future

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Frank (email: afrank@efficientdrivetrains.com) Dr. Frank is Professor Emeritus, Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering at the University of California, Davis, where he established the Institute for Transportation Studies (ITS-Davis), and was director of the US Department of Energy’s National Center of Hybrid Excellence at UC Davis.

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Top 15 Nissan LEAF markets in US in 2013

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Honolulu, with 26 quick chargers, has one of densest charging grids in the US. The New York market also benefits from sales of small EV fleets, including the NY Department of Sanitation. High-visibility projects such as the LEAF taxi pilot have helped to raise consumer awareness. Oregon has a Chief EV Officer to promote EV use.

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California utilities submit projects to CPUC to expand EV infrastructure, adoption and awareness

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PG&E addresses three specific areas: Expanding the electrification for fleets with medium- and heavy-duty vehicles including school buses, transit agencies and delivery fleets that often use diesel, a highly polluting fuel. For the seven proposed projects, PG&E is requesting a total budget of approximately $253 million.

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Ford BEV development at Frankfurt Motor Show

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Charging the batteries will take between 6-8 hours using a common 230 volt grid. The development of this fleet of Focus BEV prototypes is an important step in our goal of delivering more efficient and sustainable mobility solutions that are affordable and practical for our customers.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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At present, PHEV technology alone is equipped to improve the current electric grid. The car can refuel during periods of low demand on the grid, and if equipped with a bi-directional charger, can actually replenish the grid with excess energy gleaned from a renewable resource. Table of Contents. Engineering Advantages of PHEV.

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