Vehicle to Grid: Changes Down Under Ease Uptake

Credit to Author: David Waterworth| Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:05:33 +0000

As climate change exacerbates natural disasters, it is good to see electric vehicle owners stepping into the breach to provide backup power in an emergency. We have read about EVs “keeping the lights on,” and even powering a dialysis machine, but can we use them effectively and regularly to support … [continued]

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The Value Of A Charging Station In A Seemingly Unimportant Small Town

Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Mon, 22 Jul 2024 16:45:32 +0000

Scrolling around on Plugshare, I came across a charging station I’ve been waiting to see for years. I thought it would take at least another couple of years to ever see one, too, so when I saw a little pin/marker appear over Safford, Arizona, I first thought it must be … [continued]

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The Good, the Bad, the Ugly in a Cross-European Tesla Trip

Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Sun, 21 Jul 2024 15:22:15 +0000

The plan was simple — embark on a wild adventure travelling 4,500 miles across Europe to reach Nazare in Portugal. As we have two cars, a gas SUV and a Tesla Model 3 Performance, my wife’s choice was to go in the SUV — safe, comfortable, and “good range.” I … [continued]

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$52 Million for Small Business Research & Development Grants

Credit to Author: US Department of Energy| Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:44:19 +0000

229 Grants Will Primarily Focus on Clean Energy Research and Development in 39 States In support of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) yesterday announced awards totaling $52 million for a broad range of small businesses in 39 states. The projects will work to … [continued]

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Wireless EV Charging Is Waiting In The Wings As Public Fast Charging Network Accelerates

Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:35:07 +0000

The US public fast charging network is building momentum with an assist from NEVI funding, and wireless charging is waiting in the wings.

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US Election 2024: Transportation Decarbonization Report Card

Credit to Author: Michael Barnard| Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:00:47 +0000

With the increase in renewable electrical generation, transportation has become the highest emitting sector of the US economy, accounting for about 29% of total greenhouse gas emissions. Light-duty vehicles, including cars and small trucks, account for about 57% of transportation emissions. Medium- and heavy-duty trucks contribute an additional 26%, while … [continued]

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Toyota Invests In Perovskite Solar Cells, And The World Will Never Be The Same

Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:26:54 +0000

The solar car of the future is already emerging, and Toyota could get a jump on the ball with new perovskite solar cells.

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Sleek New EV Charging Stations Could Save The Day For Starbucks

Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:40:41 +0000

Starbucks is aiming to attract customers with an assist from Mercedes-Benz, which has arranged to install a fleet of new Italian-designed, made-in-the-USA EV charging stations at selected Starbucks stores.

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Mercedes-Benz To Install EV Chargers At Over 100 Starbucks Locations

Credit to Author: Jake Richardson| Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:00:27 +0000

Mercedes-Benz is expanding its North American EV charging network. Here at CleanTechnica, we have covered several of the developments as it grows. Paul Fosse wrote about the Atlanta area hub and took quite a few photos. I conducted an interview and found out about the many additional hubs. All of … [continued]

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ZEEKR 009 Is Just Qilin It — Record Fast-Charging In Under 11 Minutes

Credit to Author: Dr. Maximilian Holland| Date: Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:44:38 +0000

The ZEEKR 009 electric MPV, part of Geely’s innovative EV lineup, now features CATL’s cutting-edge Qilin battery technology, enabling it to recharge from 10% to 80% in just under 11 minutes. This updated model is set to launch in Hong Kong this Friday. The ZEEKR’s super-fast charging ability is enabled … [continued]

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