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Why gas stations should add EV chargers?

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For example, using SETEC POWER’s 180kW fast charger , EVs can be charged from 0-80% in just 10 minutes. Since 2020, over 5000 petrol stations have closed in the UK, signaling the onset of a paradigm shift. Charging hubs can be built on existing petrol stations premises like Shells or as standalone stations.

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How Long Do Electric Car Batteries Last?

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At this point, no one is wondering whether EVs are here to stay, but how soon will we get rid of petrol vehicles? In fact, before burning petrol, most vehicles ran on electric batteries. The first batteries could power vehicles to “neck-breaking” speeds of up to 14 mph. Electric cars are much older. Miles Ahead.

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New UK study to explore feasibility for dynamic wireless charging for commercial transport

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This technology allows electric vehicles to charge their batteries or be powered directly, while being driven, and would allow vehicles with demanding duty cycles to switch from petrol or diesel to being electric. Credit: Carlos Jones, ORNL/US Dept. of Energy.

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IOC to set up 10,000 EV charging stations in 3 years

Electric Vehicles India

The company at its petrol pumps will not only cater to petrol and diesel but also methanol, ethanol, CNG, LNG, battery-swapping services and electric vehicle charging facilities. The battery made with aluminium will have the capability to run about 400 km. The IOC is also talking with OEMs regarding its battery plants.

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Enhance EV Drivers’ Satisfaction with Flexible Pricing & Efficient Billing

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Almost every intersection has one or two gas/petrol stations, so drivers generally make their choice on price – unless they have a strong relationship with a specific vendor due to their membership in the loyalty club/credit card holder. Unlike pricing per liter or gallon of gasoline/petrol, pricing for EV charging is more complex.

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EV myths busted: The most common electric vehicle misconceptions

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Unlike petrol cars where filling up requires a trip to the petrol station, you can recharge at home or anywhere with access to electricity. Most major petrol companies have also installed EV chargers at many of their sites. EV charging vs. petrol costs. Short-range EV trips. Cost of EV maintenance.

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MAHLE Powertrain and Allotrope Energy unveil lithium-carbon battery technology with ultra-fast recharging

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With the rise of the on-demand economy, there’s been a rapid increase in the use of petrol-powered mopeds for urban deliveries such as take-away meals, and this has contributed to air quality issues in our cities.

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