Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

At present, PHEV technology alone is equipped to improve the current electric grid. Appendix E: PHEV and the Electrical Grid—fast charge v. slow charge. The plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), a subset of the PEV, uses electricity plus a different energy source (at present gasoline or diesel) to run its second engine.

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PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150

Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 20, 2008

They’re mainly along for the ride to demonstrate that photovoltaic solar technology is real and available today. They also help to ensure the vehicle can keep traveling even in remote sections of the world should they fail to find a plug for recharging. Zebra batteries have an energy density of around 90Whr/kg.

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Molten Salt Solar Grid Recharge 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

The three leading new options to re-supply our autos with energy are charging at home, battery swap stations and fast charge stations. The method that should seem most natural is charging at home. Hit the jump for a comparison that includes plenty of pics and video.

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Charging Battery Batteries 2009 38