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Ford F-150 Lightning’s V2G charging will help power NC energy grid

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Duke Energy, a North Carolina-based energy provider, is aiming to utilize the Ford F-150 Lightning to help reduce stress on the state’s energy grid. Duke Energy filed for a new pilot program that will equip 100 customer-leased EVs, including the F-150 Lightning , and use them for grid stabilization, the utility company said.

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EcoFlow off-grid portable power stations and solar panels up to $350 off, deals from $299

Electrek

If you’re looking to power your off-grid adventures and trips out in the wild, for a limited time you can get up to $350 in savings on a range of EcoFlow power gear from its weekender power station all the way up to its flagship DELTA Solar Generator bundle. Head below for a closer look at today’s EcoFlow price drops. .

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This 60W 18V portable solar panel powers your off-grid campsite at $90, more in New Green Deals

Electrek

Fall is prime camping weather, and if you’re planning on bringing phones, cameras, drones, or anything else electrical with you, it’s inevitable that it’ll need to be charged. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Tesla’s ‘Drive on Sunshine’ feature is close: Here’s a first look

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Tesla’s “Drive on Sunshine” feature aims to allow owners to charge their all-electric vehicles with excess energy generated by residential solar arrays and stored in their Powerwalls. Now that the feature is close to a wide rollout, we’re getting our first looks at the feature in the Tesla App.

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Tesla Model 3 to embark on grand 9,400-mile journey using printed solar panels

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The project, which is dubbed Charge Around Australia , is made possible through a partnership between the UK company Charging Around Britain Ltd and the University of Newcastle. The initiative aims to demonstrate that printed solar panel technology could be used to generate renewable energy for off-grid electric vehicle charging. .

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

Baua Electric

BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept Neue Klasse models will also feature faster charging than current BMW EVs thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture, and they’re at the leading edge of a battery shift for the company. The combination of cylindrical cells and the 800-volt shift will speed up charging by up to 30%, BMW claims.

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

Baua Electric

BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept Neue Klasse models will also feature faster charging than current BMW EVs thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture, and they’re at the leading edge of a battery shift for the company. The combination of cylindrical cells and the 800-volt shift will speed up charging by up to 30%, BMW claims.

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