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False Starts: The Story of Vehicle-to-Grid Power

Cars That Think

It occurred in the wake of the California electricity crisis of 2000 and 2001, when mismanaged deregulation, market manipulation, and environmental catastrophe combined to unhinge the power grid. Once electricity is generated and passes into the grid, it is typically used almost immediately. After earning a Ph.D.

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How To Survive the Winter Driving an EV

Clean Fleet Report

One way to do this is to park your car in a sunny spot while it’s not in use – solar heat helps maintain your battery and warm up the interior at the same time. Some people even invest in smart chargers that apply extra power when it gets too cold outside. Trip planning is more important in an EV.

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Juiced CrossCurrent X e-bike hits $1,424, save $800 on EcoFlow’s newest power station, more

Baua Electric

Save $775 on Juiced’s CrossCurrent X e-bike Juiced Bikes has launched a New Year’s sale on its CrossCurrent X Commuter e-bike for $1,424 shipped. You can also save on bundles with solar panels and the companion smart home panel for connecting to your house’s power grid. Here’s a rundown of the specs: 7.2-21.6kW

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