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Utilization, Uptime & Profit/Loss The public charging station at the MARC Train Station in Frederick, Maryland is owned and operated by Potomac Edison under a pilot program approved by the Maryland Public Service Commission. There is one dual-port Level 2 unit on the ChargePoint network located at the edge of the train station parking…
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adminisPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Barrister Ismaeel Ahmed, OON, on his birthday, highlighting his contributions to public service, youth mobilisation and good governance. The President commends Ahmed, the Executive Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (PiCNG & EV), for his commitment to driving one of the administration’s most…
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A key to the advancement of high energy-density, lithium-ion, battery packs is effective management of heat generated during charge and discharge cycles. Heat is often managed by connecting battery cells and/or modules to a cooling plate or pack via thermally conductive materials (gap fillers or adhesives). Typically, they are two-component polymeric resins with ceramic…
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On March 1, 2026, ChargePoint began rolling out newly standardized per‑session service fees across its network—fees that apply in addition to whatever pricing a station owner already sets for energy use. According to ChargePoint, these fees are intended to support reliability, customer service, and continued platform investment. But the reaction from EV drivers and…
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As the automobile industry evolves, the debate between electric vehicles (EVs) and gasoline cars continues to gain momentum. One of the primary considerations for potential car buyers is the maintenance costs associated with each type. In this article, we will delve into the electric car maintenance costs vs gas cars, examining which option is…
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adminisChairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas, Pi-CNG, Ismaeel Ahmed, says the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, does not go out of its ways looking for people to join the party. Ahmed made this statement on Monday when he appeared as a guest in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on…
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After pulling up on my street with the Leapmotor B10 for the first time, my neighbour wandered over and asked if I’d bought a new Peugeot. Then he paused, squinted at the rear of the car, and revised his guess: “Actually… is that some sort of cheap Porsche Macan?” It wasn’t the worst observation….
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Rivian announced the complete trims and pricing for the all‑new R2, a mid‑size electric SUV designed to bring the company’s signature design, performance, and technology to a wider audience while maintaining the character that defines a Rivian vehicle. Deliveries will begin in Spring 2026 with the Rivian R2 Performance equipped with the Launch Package,…
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Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. President Donald Trump sailed into office last year on a mission to banish wind turbines from the waters of the US, and now failure is staring him in the face. Not one or two, but five major new offshore wind farms on the Atlantic…
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adminisBennett Oghifo As the global automotive industry accelerates toward electrification, a new generation of vehicles is emerging – combining advanced technology, bold design, and uncompromising safety. One of the most exciting entrants in this space is the iCAUR V23, a fully electric, retro-styled off-road SUV developed by Chery, which has recently achieved a prestigious…
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Alpine has confirmed development of the Alpine Performance Platform (APP), a dedicated 800V aluminum EV sportscar architecture featuring cell-to-pack batteries, a dual rear electric motor with SiC inverter, and active torque vectoring. The platform will underpin coupe, spider and 2+2 body styles, manufactured at Alpine’s Dieppe factory in France. Alpine has confirmed development of…
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adminisKey stakeholders are set to converge again to brainstorm on practical solutions aimed at improving waste management across Lagos state. The forum is courtesy of the Property and Environment Writers Association of Nigeria (PEWAN). It will bring together regulators, operators and environmental experts, to examine policy frameworks, operational bottlenecks and innovative approaches required to…
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