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  • November 1, 2024
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Rivian R1T Owners Can Finally Get A Proper Camper Topper

GoFastCampers, one of the biggest name in overlanding circles, finally has a camper option for the Rivian R1T. It sleeps two in a pop-up tent above the R1T’s bed, and you can stand up in the bed of the truck. But the custom, Montana-built camper isn’t cheap. It starts at $9,450. The Rivian R1 is…

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  • November 1, 2024
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The 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Is The First Electric Lexus – EVBite

With the introduction of the Toyota BZ4x, it was only a matter of time before Toyota would provide an upscale version of the electric SUV. In comes the 2023 Lexus RZ 450e as Lexus’ first foray into the electric vehicle world. But how does it stack up against the competition?In typical Lexus fashion, the…

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  • October 29, 2024
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Maryland Utility-Owned EV Chargers: An Assessment of Online Status in September and October 2024 – Plug-In Sites

Virtual Charger Audit In 2019, the Maryland Public Service Commission approved a pilot program allowing five utility companies to own and operate public charging stations. By regulation, these utilities must maintain a 97% uptime for their charging stations. This means each charging port must be operational and supply electricity at least 97% of the…

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  • October 29, 2024
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Are EV Chargers AC or DC? | Vital EV Blog

AC vs. DC Charging for Electric Vehicles What sets AC and DC charging for electric vehicles apart? It’s important to understand that electric vehicle batteries can only store DC (direct current) power, while the electricity supplied by the grid is in the form of AC (alternating current). Therefore, the primary distinction between AC and…

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  • October 29, 2024
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Hefty electric vehicle costs dent Ford profits

The results were the latest in which Ford has seen profits from its conventional internal combustion engine and fleet businesses offset losses in electric vehicles. Photo: JULIEN DE ROSA / AFPSource: AFP Ford reported lower profits Monday and reduced its full-year earnings outlook as hefty one-time electric vehicle (EV) expenses weighed on results. The…

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  • October 29, 2024
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Selecting pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes for use with Mica in EV batteries (Whitepaper) – Charged EVs

Sponsored by Avery Dennison Performance Tapes. The EV battery industry is evolving rapidly, pushing the need for advanced materials that are thinner, lighter and safer. Engineers are increasingly turning to mica as a material solution that helps improve vehicle reliability and safety by containing thermal runaway. Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes, meanwhile, have emerged as…

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  • October 29, 2024
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Battery maker LG Energy Solution offers measured 2025 outlook after slow EV demand drags down Q3 profit – Batteries News

Battery maker LG Energy Solution offers measured 2025 outlook after slow EV demand drags down Q3 profit CFO says revenue growth outlook “conservative” Expects 2025 capex to drop Says U.S. election to have significant impact on EV market Q3 operating profit drops 39% but beats estimates SEOUL, Oct 28 (Reuters) – South Korean battery…

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  • October 26, 2024
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New Tesla Model Y spotted in China reveals fresh details

Last week, reports suggested that trial production of the upcoming refreshed 2025 Tesla Model Y had begun in Shanghai. Just days later, the first batch of the new model have been spotted, revealing key new details. The first of two sightings was of multiple Model Y on the back of a transporter truck in…

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  • October 26, 2024
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Excellerate Expansion Strengthens Commitment to Innovation – FTI

FTI is excited to announce the completion of our Excellerate division’s west expansion in Olathe, Kansas. After establishing a presence in this location in 2019, our latest expansion enhances our high-quality modular electrical work while strengthening our capabilities to train and grow our team. With team members now moving into the new facility, this…

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  • October 26, 2024
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Audi A2 E-Tron restomod EV remixes forward-thinking city car

Audi commemorated the 25th anniversary of its cult-classic A2 hatchback by converting one into an EV. The Audi A2 E-Tron is a one-off project undertaken by apprentices. It’s not the first such project; Audi apprentices previously converted an NSU Prinz 4 from one of the automaker’s predecessor brands into a speedy EV concept to…

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  • October 23, 2024
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Mercedes-Benz opens first integrated battery recycling plant in Europe – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Mercedes-Benz has launched Europe’s first integrated battery recycling facility in Kuppenheim, Germany, marking a significant step toward creating a circular economy for EV components. The plant employs a mechanical-hydrometallurgical process that achieves a recovery rate of more than 96 percent for valuable materials including lithium, nickel, and cobalt. The facility, representing an investment of…

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