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September 14, 2024
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Hyundai and GM to explore new vehicles, supply chain, clean energy technologies in new MoU

General Motors and the Hyundai Motor Company have signed a new, non-binding, Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the potential for collaborations across new vehicle development, new energy technologies, supply chain sourcing, and more. Together, through these collaborations, the OEMs intend to reduce costs while bringing a wider range of vehicles and technologies to…

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September 10, 2024
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New Rates for Level 2 EV Charging at One Merriweather Garage – Plug-In Sites

Since 2017, the One Merriweather Parking Garage near Merriweather Post Pavilion has offered Level 2 charging for electric vehicles. Originally free, these ChargePoint stations have become increasingly popular, with all 12 spots often occupied during office hours. However, recent changes mean drivers will need to consider the cost when plugging in. New Pricing Structure…

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September 6, 2024
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First electric road trip: We traded in our fossil car and drove the new EV 1,000kms home

When Sydneysiders Bernard Lagan and Jane Nicholls decided to buy their first EV, the plan wasn’t to pick it up in Tasmania. But a Launceston dealership offered a decent trade-in on their six-year-old petrol Renault Megane GT Line and a great EOFY deal on a new Renault Megane E-Tech, thousands below mainland prices. Now…

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September 3, 2024
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SSE launches first Irish public EV charging hub – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Peter Burke TD has officially opened SSE’s first ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Ireland. The facility, located at Lough Sheever Corporate Park in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, features 10 charging bays capable of delivering up to 150 kilowatts (kW) per bay. The Mullingar hub is part of…

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August 31, 2024
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smart reveals #5, its first premium mid-size SUV

smart has unveiled its latest EV, called the smart #5, at a world premiere event in Byron Bay, Australia. It is the OEM’s first premium mid-size SUV, representing its entry in the segment, and will provide advanced electric drive, ADAS, and cockpit technologies. smart confirmed that it’s all-new EV will be launched and delivered…

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August 28, 2024
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Refunding Erroneous Fees at SMECO EV Charging Stations: Ensuring Transparency for Maryland EV Drivers – Plug-In Sites

I recently sent an email to SMECO, a utility that owns and operates public EV charging stations regulated by the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC). In this communication, I address an issue with erroneous transaction fees billed to drivers at SMECO’s EV charging stations and emphasize the importance of transparency for all affected customers….

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August 25, 2024
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Patience is a virtue when negotiating EV charging gaps in top end of WA

On 28 July Premier Roger Cook reminded us ‘how lucky we are to live in Western Australia….’ adding that ‘our EV network was just recognised in Time Magazine’s Top 100 World’s Greatest Places 2024.’ And it provided a map to “prove” it. Source: https://www.synergy.net.au/Our-energy/Projects/WA-EV-Network Indeed if this picture was current reality, with 14 DC…

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August 22, 2024
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WEBINAR: The EV Outlook – how current trends, obstacles and evolving regulations affect EV manufacturers and consumers – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Thursday 26th September 2024, 5pm GMT | 6pm CET | 12pm EST | 9am PST Join Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International and Arena for their first webinar here. About […] The post WEBINAR: The EV Outlook – how current trends, obstacles and evolving regulations affect EV manufacturers and consumers appeared first on Electric…

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August 19, 2024
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BMW expands My BMW App with new EV charging functions

The BMW Group has announced new updates to both its My BMW and MINI smartphone apps, available for iOS and Android devices. Within these updates, a key addition for the BMW app is a new Electric Vehicle Analysis tool designed to drive EV uptake, while both apps benefit from enhanced vehicle-to-app interaction and charging…

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August 15, 2024
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Maryland Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Workgroup to Hold First Meeting – Plug-In Sites

Testifying for Maryland House Bill 1028 establishing the EVSE Workgroup. New EVSE Workgroup Established by Maryland Legislature to Study Reliability Issues The Maryland legislature recently passed, and Governor Wes Moore signed into law, SB951/HB1028, establishing the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Workgroup. This Workgroup has been tasked with developing a framework for reliability and…

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August 12, 2024
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Tesla Cybertruck now available to order outside of the US

Tesla’s Cybertruck has made plenty of headlines since the first customer deliveries began in November, 2023. To date, all official customer deliveries have been for US customers, but that’s now changed. The leading electric car maker has commenced inviting customers in Canada and Mexico to start configuring their Cybertrucks. It was first shared by…

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July 31, 2024
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Audi rethinks the upper mid-size segment with A6 e-tron – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Audi has unveiled its new A6 e-tron, marking a significant step in the company’s electric vehicle lineup. The A6 e-tron, available in both Sportback and Avant models, is the second vehicle to utilize Audi’s PPE platform and the first to feature a flat floor concept. “The A6 e-tron is the first purely electric Audi…

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July 28, 2024
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Blink Charging to supply charging infrastructure to NASPO Valuepoint

Blink Charging, an operator, manufacturer, and provider of EV charging equipment and services, has been selected as an official supplier in NASPO ValuePoint’s new EV Charging Station Portfolio. Spearheaded by the State of Maryland and funded through NASPO’s emerging markets initiative, the portfolio aims to provide public entities across the U.S. with EV charging…

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July 25, 2024
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Double Whammy: Broken Chargers and ICEd Spots in Baltimore – Plug-In Sites

Frustration at the Curbside in Baltimore City Which is worse, a broken charger or arriving and finding it “ICEd“—blocked by a gas vehicle? I recently encountered a bit of both at a curbside charging spot on Washington Boulevard near Carroll Park in Baltimore City. When I arrived there on a weekday afternoon, I discovered…

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July 21, 2024
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Why EVs in the garage could power homes and support grid around Australia

The answer to some of Australia’s future energy questions could be sitting in garages across the country, and that answer could prove profitable for their owners. Powerful batteries inside electric vehicles are being touted as potential energy storage solutions to keep Australia’s lights on during blackouts as well as supporting the national power grid…

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July 18, 2024
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Triton EV unveils new hydrogen ICE – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Triton EV, a leading innovator in clean-tech automotive solutions, has launched a revolutionary hydrogen internal combustion engine developed in India. This cutting-edge technology offers a zero-carbon emission alternative to traditional gasoline engines, producing only water vapor as a byproduct of combustion, eliminating harmful pollutants such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxides. The engine’s…

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July 15, 2024
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AirConsole launches ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ game in BMW vehicles

AirConsole, an in-car gaming platform, has announced a new partnership with Sony Pictures Television to launch a vehicle-focused version of the game ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’ in select BMW vehicles. The companies confirmed that the game can be played by drivers and passengers alike. The app itself can be either be played…

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July 12, 2024
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First Meeting of Maryland Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Workgroup – Plug-In Sites

Effective July 1, 2024, the Maryland General Assembly authorized the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Workgroup. The Workgroup is tasked with developing a framework for reliability and reporting standards for electric vehicle charging stations, studying and making recommendations regarding which government entities have responsibility for ensuring accountability for charging stations, and making recommendations on…

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July 9, 2024
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Gold Coast battery factory to produce EV chargers and community batteries

Australian owned storage battery and EV charger manufacturer eLumina is nearing completion of a $20 million manufacturing facility located on the Gold Coast which will be the first in the country capable of producing both community lithium-ion batteries and EV chargers. eLumina was founded in 2022 and has already installed the first of its…

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July 6, 2024
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Humax expands into global commercial EV charger market – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Humax, a mobility platform provider, has announced its entry into the global commercial EV charger market. This move follows the company’s recent launch of home EV chargers and builds on its experience as a charging point operator in South Korea. The company unveiled its new product line at The Smarter E Europe 2024 in…

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July 3, 2024
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NNG and Dacia offer drivers OSM-based maps for navigation

NNG announced its partnership with Dacia to provide NNG Maps, an OpenStreetMap-based map solution, for Dacia vehicles. NNG Maps is a new, value-driven, and community-sourced map solution that lets Dacia drivers benefit from frequent map updates, fresher map data, and richer content including greater road network coverage and more points of interest (POIs). OpenStreetMap…

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June 30, 2024
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Affordable EV Charging at Library in Glenwood, Maryland – Plug-In Sites

Shell Recharge EV Charging at Glenwood Library – Cooksville, MD If you’re driving through Glenwood, Cooksville, or Inwood, Maryland, and need to top up your electric vehicle, the Shell Recharge EV charging station at Glenwood Library could be a good option. This BGE EVsmart station offers two 50 kW Tritium DC fast chargers and…

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June 26, 2024
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Volkswagen makes big play in electric cars in $A7.5 billion deal with Rivian

German automotive giant Volkswagen has committed to invest up to $US5 billion ($A7.5 billion) in struggling US electric vehicle startup Rivian in one of its most significant moves in the switch to EVs. Rivian has struggled to live up to investor and consumer hype, despite the popularity and critical success of its flagship R1S…

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June 23, 2024
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Vaisala introduces new data offering to improve EV range predictions – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Vaisala, a global leader in measurement technology, has launched a new data set for its Xweather road offering, targeting electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. This innovative data combination aims to help eliminate weather-related surprises from range predictions, addressing a significant concern among EV drivers. The new offering enables automakers to simulate the effects of weather…

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June 23, 2024
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ChargePoint and Porsche partner on Porsche Charging Service integration in North America

ChargePoint, a provider of EV charging solutions, and Porsche Cars North America, will together enable PCNA access to the ChargePoint network within the Porsche Charging Service. Through the new collaboration, both companies will look to increase the number of chargers available to Porsche customers across North America up to more than 100,000. Porsche EV…

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June 23, 2024
11 minutes Read

New Jersey Enacts EV Charging Uptime Legislation

New Jersey Bill S3102 Approved by the Governor: 1/16/2024. New Jersey bill S3102 Establishes uptime requirement for electric vehicle charging station incentive programs. This statute directs the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to establish a requirement, as a condition of providing any incentive for the installation of electric vehicle service equipment pursuant to P.L.2019,…

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June 23, 2024
3 minutes Read

Too good to be missed: An entire school electric bus fleet is sending power the grid

The large storage capacity of electric vehicles (EVs), including cars, trucks, buses and other forms of electrified transport currently sit under-utilised most of the time. That is because the early EV models were (and many still are) designed to only store electricity to power the vehicles. Many manufacturers, however, have announced bidirectional capability for…

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June 23, 2024
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WEVC unveils innovative new EV architecture for low-volume production – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC), known for designing and manufacturing low-to-medium volume electric vehicles (EVs), has introduced a unique, lightweight, high-performance architecture for electric passenger vehicles. This new platform is poised to set the stage for next-generation zero-emission sports cars and bespoke small-series EVs. WEVC’s new architecture aims to facilitate a rapid and cost-effective…

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June 23, 2024
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Toyota and Pepco partner to research V2G technologies in Maryland

Toyota Motor North America and local energy utility Pepco have announced a research partnership focused on V2G technologies for BEVs. Using a Toyota bZ4X, the partnership will explore bidirectional power flow technology that enables BEV owners to send power back to the local energy grid while charging their vehicle. The companies together believe that…

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June 23, 2024
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Hollinswood Shopping Center EV Charging – Baltimore, MD

Hollinswood Shopping Center EV Charging in Baltimore, MD. Located at 2157 W Patapsco Ave. This DC Fast Charger operated by EVgo is in the north east section of the parking lot, along W Patapsco Ave by the Advance Auto Parts store. There are several food options in the shopping center including Popeyes and Sonic….

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June 23, 2024
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Low cost EVs: Is the BYD Dolphin any good for long road trips?

Plenty has been written about the Dolphin as a good town car, sufficiently nippy, safe and easy to park. We replaced our ICE (internal combustion engine) town car with a Dolphin Premium this year for exactly those reasons. However, not much has been written about its suitability for longer country road trips. We would…

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June 23, 2024
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Osprey Charging announces plans for Scotland’s largest ultra-rapid EV charging hub – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Osprey Charging, one of the UK’s leading EV charging networks, has unveiled plans to establish a new ultra-fast 16-charger hub in Paisley, which will be the largest public ultra-rapid charging hub in Scotland once completed. The company has acquired a freehold site in Paisley and received planning permission to install the 16 300kW public…

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June 23, 2024
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WeaveGrid and Emporia Energy partner to simplify smart EV charging and drive EV adoption

WeaveGrid, a software company supporting EV adoption on the electric grid, and Emporia Energy, a provider of home energy management solutions, have announced a new partnership to make smart EV charging more accessible by expanding access to utility managed charging programs for Emporia EV charger owners. Here, WeaveGrid will integrate its intelligent software with…

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June 23, 2024
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Tesla Tops, BGE Flops: A Data-Driven Look at DC Fast Charger Usage Near Columbia Maryland

Fast Charger Showdown: Local Usage Trends in 2023 Here in Columbia, Maryland, I’ve been closely monitoring the usage patterns of nearby electric vehicle fast chargers since 2020. This includes a mix of CCS/CHAdeMO stations from EVgo, Electrify America, Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), and Tesla Superchargers. My approach is simple: I track the electricity…

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June 23, 2024
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Xpeng opens pre orders for G6 electric SUV, its first EV in Australia

Xpeng, one of the best known EV brands in China has now opened pre-orders for its first electric car model that it will bring to Australia, the sleek G6 electric SUV, although there is a catch. The pre-orders are now being taken with a $1000 fully refundable deposit on two variants of the G6,…

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June 23, 2024
6 minutes Read

FEATURE: The Renault E-Tech Electric goes back to the future – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Renault look back to go forward with the Renault E-Tech Electric, an EV version of the classic hot hatch and enduring pop culture icon Renault are celebrating the 50th birthday of its Renault 5 with the announcement an all-electric version, the Renault E-Tech Electric. The original car has a place in the hearts of…

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June 22, 2024
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LG and ChargePoint announce comprehensive EV charging partnership

ChargePoint has formed a new strategic partnership with LG, through which they plan to leverage their respective strengths to support future innovations in EV charging. The first output of this relationship will be the development of new commercial charging solutions that pair ChargePoint’s charger management software and LG’s advanced EV charging hardware, with deliveries…

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June 22, 2024
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Custer Sound of Silence Tesla Rally, May 17 – 19, 2024

Did you know that Elon Musk got stranded on a Tesla road trip in 2014? A sudden blizzard near Mount Rushmore forced him and his family to seek refuge – and a charge – in the small town of Custer, South Dakota. As luck would have it, a neon sign at the Rocket Motel…

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June 22, 2024
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“Fundamental rethink:” One third of people willing to give up owning cars, nearly half in big cities

Almost 70 percent of Germans say that the climate crisis means a “fundamental rethink is needed in the area of mobility,” shows a survey by Germany’s leading technical inspection and certification service provider TÜV. Two thirds also say it is important that the state provides support for emission-free mobility options. One third of car…

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