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BMW Connected North America makes its world debut at Microsoft Build 2016; powered by Azure

Green Car Congress

BMW Connected, a new personal mobility companion, made its world debut at Microsoft Build 2016, Microsoft’s developer conference, last week. The first version—called BMW Connected North America—is now available at the Apple App Store to BMW ConnectedDrive customers in the US for iOS devices.

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In-flight wireless power transfer for drones

Green Car Congress

Scientists at Imperial College London have demonstrated a highly efficient inductive method for wirelessly transferring power to a drone while it is flying. Theoretically, this wireless power transfer (WPT) technology could allow flying drones to stay airborne indefinitely by simply hovering over a ground support vehicle to recharge.

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Hyundai introducing 48V mild hybrid system with 1.6L diesel in Europe

Green Car Congress

In addition to the 48V electrical system, the vehicle is equipped with the conventional 12V electrical system, which is connected via the DC/DC converter to the 48V system. Thus, parts of the energy stored in the 48V battery system can also be used to stabilize the 12V on-board power supply. depending on the vehicle specification.

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Lucid Motors says Lucid Air to be the fastest charging EV yet; 900V+ architecture, up to 20 miles/minute charging

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Lucid Motors announced the Lucid Air will be the fastest charging electric vehicle yet offered with the capability to charge at rates of up to 20 miles per minute. For owners charging their Lucid Air in real-world conditions on the road, that can translate into 300 miles of range in just 20 minutes of charging.

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MAN, Verkehrsbetriebe Hamburg-Holstein and Volkswagen begin pilot of 500 kWh second-life battery in charging network

Green Car Congress

In the Bergedorf quarter of Hamburg, a container with a total capacity of approximately 500 kWh has been connected to the depot charging network at the Verkehrsbetriebe Hamburg-Holstein (VHH) depot. Different scenarios are tested using the large storage system to optimize power consumption at the VHH depot.

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Tesla testing 320+ kw output with V4 Superchargers and Cybertruck

Baua Electric

While the future of Tesla’s Supercharger team still remains uncertain, the automaker is testing higher outputs at some of its DC fast-charging stations. The decision to pull back on Supercharger operations did not appear to affect the plans of Ionna , the charging network for the U.S.

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Welcoming the new VW ID Range: EVUp begins work at Volkswagen in Essendon, VIC

EVolution

At EVUp, we're always excited to be at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, partnering with leading automotive brands to ensure a seamless transition to sustainable mobility. With sleek designs and groundbreaking technology, the Volkswagen ID range is poised to lead the charge in the electric vehicle revolution.

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