Though still in its infancy to a degree,V2G technology is being tested widely in both the private and public sectors. For example, the University of Delaware and NRG Energy
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U.S. launches ‘eGallon’ measures for electric vehicles
The U.S. Energy Department on Tuesday launched an online tool to promote electric vehicles by comparing the costs of fueling an EV vs. driving on gasoline. How much does it cost to commute to work or drive across town? The price of gasoline is posted at every corner gas station, but what about the … Continue reading U.S. launches ‘eGallon’ measures for electric vehicles
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Smith Electric Fleet Surpasses 700 Vehicles and Five Million Miles of Operation
Smith Electric Vehicles Corp. (‘Smith Electric’ or ‘the Company’), the leading global producer of all-electric medium-duty commercial vehicles, today announced that it has now produced over 700 of its all-electric Edison and Newton trucks, which have cumulatively generated over five million miles on the road. This is a significant milestone for the Company and shows … Continue reading Smith Electric Fleet Surpasses 700 Vehicles and Five Million Miles of Operation
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Study Explores Environmental and Health Impacts of Lithium Batteries for Electric Vehicles
In a new study, researchers are assessing the life cycle of batteries in order to find ways to reduce global warming emissions and address nanotechnology innovations that could improve the overall performance of the batteries. Lithium (Li-ion) batteries used to power plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles show overall promise to
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Merkel Sticks to Target of 1 Million Electric Vehicles on Roads by 2020
German “angst” is holding back adoption of electric vehicles there, remarked BMW CEO Norbert Reithofer a couple of weeks ago. The Nissan LEAF Sells for a Few Ticks Below $49,000 in Germany But German Chancellor Angela Merkel doesn’t seem to care about that pent up angst. Merkel, just days ago, reaffirmed the German target of … Continue reading Merkel Sticks to Target of 1 Million Electric Vehicles on Roads by 2020
Continue readingElectric vehicles will have a range of at least 300km by 2020, Bosch CEO Volkmar Denner predicted
If the projection becomes reality it would all but eliminate one of the big reservations car buyers now have about EVs, which currently have a range of around 150km. The Bosch CEO expressed optimism over the outlook for electric vehicles. “Electromobility is currently still a niche business, but after 2020 it could very well become … Continue reading Electric vehicles will have a range of at least 300km by 2020, Bosch CEO Volkmar Denner predicted
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ZSW produces Lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, solar power storage systems with 10,000 charge cycles
Scientists at the Centre for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Württemberg, ZSW (Germany) have developed top-class lithium-ion batteries. In terms of the cycle stability – an important parameter for the lifetime – the high-performance cells now exceed the current international state of technology: more than 10,000 full cycles have been achieved so far, ZSW reports … Continue reading ZSW produces Lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, solar power storage systems with 10,000 charge cycles
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Tesla’s Model S set to bring electric vehicles into the mainstream
Tesla, a US state-supported electric car manufacturer, published dazzling first-quarter financial results for 2013, suggesting the era of the plug-in car may have arrived in earnest. With almost 5,000 delivered worldwide, the Silicon Valley company’s Tesla Model S luxury electric sedan outsold the German top-three, the Audi A8, BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S Class. … Continue reading Tesla’s Model S set to bring electric vehicles into the mainstream
Continue readingWorldwide Capacity of Lithium Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles Will Multiply More than 10-Fold by 2020
Improvements in lithium ion (Li-ion) battery technology are helping to accelerate the worldwide market for electric vehicles (EVs). In the last few years, automakers have shifted from nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries to Li-ion batteries. This shift represents a major endorsement of Li-ion chemistry and its ability to perform consistently in an automotive environment. According to … Continue reading Worldwide Capacity of Lithium Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles Will Multiply More than 10-Fold by 2020
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Delivery Trucks may Lead the Way for Electric Vehicles
Electric passenger vehicles such as the Tesla Model S (NASDAQ:TSLA) and the Chevy Volt from GM (NYSE:GM) have been making inroads toward changing how Americans power their automobiles. But in general, the EV revolution, while alive and well, has been going at a slower pace than many had predicted. Many analysts feel that the main … Continue reading Delivery Trucks may Lead the Way for Electric Vehicles
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Six ways to boost electric vehicles
Getting more American drivers into electric vehicles carries both environmental and national security benefits. But to get Americans to really buy EVs, the Obama administration needs to learn from the past and plan better today. Just over a year ago, Anthony Foxx
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More than 48,000 Public Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles Have Been Deployed Worldwide
Over the last two years, growing sales of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) have fueled a burst of activity in electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) infrastructure development. To realize the economic and environmental benefits of electrified transportation, national and local governments across the globe are backing deployments of PEV charging stations in an effort to increase … Continue reading More than 48,000 Public Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles Have Been Deployed Worldwide
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Nearly 200,000 Plug-In Electric Vehicles Equipped with Vehicle-to-Building Technology Will be Sold Through 2020
With vehicle-to-building (V2B) technology – which makes the energy stored in plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) batteries available to commercial and residential buildings – vehicles can compete with both traditional local generation and stationary storage for offsetting demand charges or providing peak shaving services. V2B technology has been studied for the purpose of emergency backup power … Continue reading Nearly 200,000 Plug-In Electric Vehicles Equipped with Vehicle-to-Building Technology Will be Sold Through 2020
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Electric vehicles: Tesla expects profits after strong demand for Model S
Electric-car maker Tesla said it expects a first-quarter profit on both a net and adjusted basis following stronger-than-expected sales of its Model S sedan, sending its shares soaring more than 19% in early trading on Monday. Tesla also said it was dropping plans to produce a low-end version of the Model S due to lack … Continue reading Electric vehicles: Tesla expects profits after strong demand for Model S
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AAA Offering Mobile Emergency Charging for Electric Vehicles
AAA has come to the rescue for people in the Seattle area who are worried about getting stuck and out of power. The roadside assistance moto club is now equipped in the Seattle area with fast-charging mobile service to help EV owners with range anxiety. AAA Washington joins other AAA clubs in Portland, … Continue reading AAA Offering Mobile Emergency Charging for Electric Vehicles
Continue readingConsumer Concerns about Driving Range and Economics Continue to Hinder Interest in Purchasing Electric Vehicles
The volume of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) has grown significantly over the last year, with many auto manufacturers adding new models to their fleets. Indeed, several auto manufacturers are electrifying their fleets with innovative models. The PEV market is expected to grow swiftly, with a compound annual growth rate of 30 percent between 2012 and … Continue reading Consumer Concerns about Driving Range and Economics Continue to Hinder Interest in Purchasing Electric Vehicles
Continue readingCanada’s British Columbia extends incentive for use of electric vehicles
British Columbia announced Tuesday it is extending its clean energy vehicle incentive program for another year to encourage more commuters to make greener choices. Speaking at the opening of the 93rd Vancouver International Auto Show, B.C. Environment Minister Terry Lake said people in the province are starting to understand the program. “The dealers are starting … Continue reading Canada’s British Columbia extends incentive for use of electric vehicles
Continue readingFast DC Charging for Electric Vehicles
The electric vehicle (EV) industry is gearing up for the growth of fast direct current (DC) charging technology. Fast DC technology, which offers charging times of less than an hour, compared to 6 to 8 hours for conventional AC systems, promises to accelerate sales of battery electric vehicles, but the barriers to widespread adoption remain … Continue reading Fast DC Charging for Electric Vehicles
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AMP Electric Vehicles Appoints Former US Secretary of Energy, and Former Governor of New Mexico, Bill Richardson to Advisory Board
AMP Holding Inc., an OEM manufacturer of alternative fuel trucks, under the Workhorse® brand, announced today the addition of Bill Richardson, former Governor of New Mexico as the newest member of the Advisory Board of AMP Electric Vehicles. As Governor, Richardson’s bold governing style moved New Mexico forward in several important areas, including clean energy, … Continue reading AMP Electric Vehicles Appoints Former US Secretary of Energy, and Former Governor of New Mexico, Bill Richardson to Advisory Board
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Beijing unveils policies for electric vehicles
Beijingers who plan to buy electric cars won’t have to compete for a license plates due to a series of preferential policies for new energy vehicles that will be rolled out soon. Beijing will unveil policies for electric vehicles in the first half of 2013, including a maximum purchase subsidy of 120,000 yuan (19,296 U.S. … Continue reading Beijing unveils policies for electric vehicles
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