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ZAP licenses PNNL’s Smart Charger Controller Technology

Green Car Congress

ZAP has entered into a non-exclusive license for the Smart Charger Controller technology developed at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). The controller uses a low-range wireless technology to communicate with the power grid and determine the best and cheapest time to recharge vehicles.

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PNNL Develops Plug-in Vehicle Smart Charger Controller for Managing Peak Demands in Grid

Green Car Congress

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have developed a Smart Charger Controller for plug-in vehicles that will automatically recharge vehicles during times of least cost to the consumer and lower demand for power. Widespread use of these devices could help advance a smart power grid.

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Networked “Smart” Chargers Pose a Bigger Security Risk Than Companies Realize

Green Fleet Magazine

Although networked "smart" chargers may seem convenient and cost-effective, they can introduce a range of potential vulnerabilities that can significantly impact fleet operations.

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myenergis Insight Into the CMA Report and the EV Charging Market

My Energi

As EVs become more mainstream, it is critical that more scrutiny is placed on this channel; as an industry we need to ensure consumers are fully educated and aware of the range of solutions available to them, some of which might have features they prefer or be priced at a level more suited to them. Smart charger installation.

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HOMER Grid software now models EV charging stations

Green Car Congress

The software can model a range of applications, including an on-demand mode which charges vehicles as fast as possible, or a smart, deferrable mode where EV charging is optimized for the lowest impact on the utility bill.

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Devot unveils electric bike with 200km range at Auto Expo 2023

Electric Vehicles India

DEVOT Motors, a Jodhpur-based EV start-up, has unveiled an innovative electric bike that allows it to travel a range of 200km on a single charge. Its highlights are its claimed range of 200 km and a top speed of 120 km/h. In terms of charging, the smart charger covers a range of 60km in 1 hour of charging.

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Is an EV Home Wall Charger Worth the Investment?

EVolution

A zappi charger looking right at home in an Aussie backyard from a recent installation Fast EV Charging: The difference in charging speed between a standard trickle charger and a level 2 EV charger is significant. This means you can fully recharge your EV much faster, especially important after long road trips.