Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

People, Power, and the Sun: Honnold Foundation x Adjuntas, Puerto Rico Although most microgrids today operate independently, one way to get the maximum benefit from them is to connect them, letting them share resources wherever and whenever possible. The pizzeria in Adjuntas is connected to a microgrid. percent to 2.8

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2022

A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard in HEV and PHEV. When it is connected to a Level 2 charger, the Niro PHEV can refill its 11.1-kWh kWh battery and a 150kW (201-horsepower) motor with DC fast-charging capability as standard. All Niro models are front-wheel-drive. The Niro HEV features a 1.6-liter

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Hubject, an e-mobility specialist founded in 2012 by leading companies in the energy, technology, and automotive industries ( earlier post ), has published the Open Plug&Charge Protocol (OPCP) , the first independent protocol to standardize the Plug&Charge EV ecosystem. Hubject simplifies the charging of electric vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced 45 new Ford Transit Connect Electric sales, including 20 units in Europe and 25 units in North America, which includes six initial units through the General Services Administration (GSA) via Northside Ford in San Antonio, TX, a four-unit order from Verizon and a four-unit order from an internet company.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2012

Hubject GmbH , a joint venture formed by BMW Group, Bosch, Daimler, EnBW, RWE and Siemens earlier this year, and eighteen other companies have formed the “eMobility ICT Interoperability Interest Group”—an international interest group to promote harmonized electromobility data standards. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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EV Central

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Volvo has some of the most aggressive goals when it comes to brand-wide electrification, and the new C40 Recharge is a big step in its electric charge towards zero emissions. Its official name is the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, and it’s available as either a single motor or dual motor (the latter is called the Twin).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 5, 2020

Available in multiple set-ups adapted to passenger transport, the new PEUGEOT e-Traveller comes in three lengths (Compact, Standard and Long) with up to 9 seats. Connected to the passenger compartment's heat transfer circuit, the battery's thermal regulation enables rapid recharging, optimized range and increased service life.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 25, 2024

Lotus Technology and NIO detailed plans to co-develop EV charging and battery swap technologies alongside wishes to create a unified battery standard system. The post NIO and Lotus announce plans to co-develop unified battery standards, charging, and swaps appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. NIO Inc. ($NIO)

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EV Connect

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The battery is recharged by plugging the car into an EV charging station. Level 1 and Level 2 Plugs Level 1 and Level 2 EV car charging stations use the same type of plug, which comes standard on most electric vehicles, except Teslas. EV Connect provides all you need to add EV charging as a service at your place of business.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 23, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation has selected Lotus Lightweight Structures, a division of Group Lotus plc, to provide assembly support for the Transit Connect Electric for the European market. On a full charge, Transit Connect Electric has a range between 80 km/50 miles and 130 km/80 miles depending on auxiliary power usage and drive cycle.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 8, 2018

The development of universal technology standards will accelerate this transition, and Proterra is actively working to promote interoperability across technology platforms. Proterra is introducing a new suite of high power DC chargers that comply with these standards.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2010

Azure Dynamics Corporation and Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, will deliver one of the first Transit Connect Electric commercial vans to Canada Post under the LEAD customer program. The Transit Connect Electric integrates Azure’s Force Drive electric powertrain into Ford’s dedicated global commercial van platform.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced 27 Ford Transit Connect Electric van sales, including a five-unit sale to returning customer FedEx Express, a four-unit sale to the City of Toronto, a three-unit sale to DTE Energy, one of Michigan’s largest energy suppliers, and 15 unit sales to various Ford commercial truck dealers.

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EV Connect

MAY 1, 2023

It continues on through how you think about deployment — which cars have sufficient battery power available and where will they recharge along the route? The Perks of Managing Your Fleet With EV Connect EV fleets don’t have to remain out of reach, however. It’s fully customizable to meet the specific needs of your fleet.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2011

Detroit Edison (DTE) President and Chief Operating Officer, Steven Kurmas, presented two out of four recently-purchased Ford Transit Connect Electric vehicles ( earlier post ) at DTE Energy headquarters in downtown Detroit. —Steven Kurmas. The vehicles were purchased from Suburban Ford of Sterling Heights, Mich.,

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 25, 2023

In the course of the slightly changed offer logic, the central display is now part of the standard equipment. Smartphones can now connect wirelessly to the vehicle via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto Wireless. Other useful information: during the charging process, the recharged range is indicated in miles.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 26, 2020

The C+pod supports standard charging, which makes charging easy whether at home or outside of the home. The supplied charging cable (100/200 VAC) connects directly to power outlets for charging. The C+pod includes an external power supply system of up to 1,500 W (100 VAC) as standard for use during power outages and natural disasters.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2010

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced that AT&T has agreed to purchase two of the first Ford Transit Connect Electric vans. The Ford Transit Connect Electric is powered by Azure Dynamics’ Force Drive electric drivetrain with a lithium-ion battery pack from Johnson Controls-Saft. It has a top speed of 75 miles per hour (121 km/h).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

Southern California Edison (SCE) has become the newest addition to the Ford Transit Connect Electric LEAD customer program with a 20 unit order. SCE will take delivery of one of the limited supply of Ford Transit Connect Electric vans to be produced in late 2010 and will receive its remaining 19 vans in 2011.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 2, 2021

The V2G technology developed by DREEV , which is a joint venture between EDF and Nuvve , allows for two-way energy flow; both recharging an EV’s battery when electricity is at its cheapest, and discharging excess energy to sell back into the grid. Actual savings will be dependent on the customer’s tariff, EV usage and DNO connection.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced that its Norwegian Ford dealership, RøhneSelmer, has signed an order for an additional 100 Transit Connect Electric vans. We sold 50 Transit Connect Electric vans before the first unit was delivered to us and we’re confident we’ll sell many, many more the remainder of this year and beyond.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2021

The Solaris Urbino 9 LE electric has been standardized with all other vehicles of the 4 t h generation. The batteries can be recharged conventionally using a plug-in connection. This allows it to recharge vehicles of various heights. Apart from a conventional pantograph, customers can opt for new fast-charging solutions.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2023

However, vehicles with only a single all-electric, battery-driven powertrain create range and recharging obstacles because of the inability to package the required amount of energy storage on board an existing tactical vehicle. Future fleets of tactical vehicles may largely incorporate battery electric drivetrains.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The Solaris Urbino 9 LE electric has been standardized with all other vehicles of the 4 t h generation. The batteries can be recharged conventionally using a plug-in connection. This allows it to recharge vehicles of various heights. Apart from a conventional pantograph, customers can opt for new fast-charging solutions.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2012

The goal is to create a recharging network with 10,000 public access pay-as-you-go charge points located across the UK. The joint venture will create a marketplace that connects charge point owners to EV drivers. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2016

V2X systems can operate independently or complement other connected vehicle technologies, and they offer the benefit of working in a non-line-of-sight environment with a 0.6 1 km range. Savari StreetWAVE RSU.

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Charged EVs

AUGUST 4, 2023

Unfortunately, thanks to the fast pace of electrification and the slow pace of standards bodies, electrical safety standards for heavy vehicles are lagging behind the market. Charged : So, there’s a lack of standards for vehicles that use higher-voltage electrical architectures? Geoff Schwartz: Yes.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

V as the name of its new eBike brand, which includes two innovative, integrated and connected eBikes: the Meld, a compact eBike, and the Merge, a folding eBike. V used GM’s automotive-grade capabilities to set high standards in eBike engineering. The battery was validated to rigorous safety standards similar to GM’s EV batteries.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

The electric Transit Connect. Ford Motor Company is unveiling the all-electric version of the Ford Transit Connect at the Chicago Auto Show; the small electric van will be in fleet operators’ hands later this year, according to the company. Electric Transit Connect. Ford Transit Connect Taxi. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2010

Azure Dynamics Corporation and Ford Motor Company announced that New York Power Authority (NYPA), the nation’s largest state public power organization, has been added to the LEAD customer program for the Ford Transit Connect Electric van. The battery is rechargeable using either a 240-volt or standard 120-volt outlet.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Xcel Energy and a coalition of its customers have been selected to be among the first in the country to receive the all-electric Ford Transit Connect Electric commercial van. Ford Transit Connect Electric is a collaborative effort between Ford Motor Company and Azure. Azure Dynamics Corp. The city of Saint Paul, Minn.,

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Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2021

kilowatts of available power to help customers use and recharge job site tools ranging from belt sanders to miter saws. When paired with an activated standard embedded modem, standard SYNC 4 brings connected solutions that unlock software subscriptions to help fleets manage charging transactions, telematics services and more.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2020

The new RAV4 comes with a maximum of 1,500 W (AC 100 V) external power supply function as standard equipment. The RAV4 is readily able to provide regular power supplies at home or outside as a standard feature. The supplied power cable (both AC 100 and 200 V) can be connected to an electrical socket for recharging.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2013

The connection between mobility and sustainable energy supply has always been of key importance to Opel, so much so that we offer our customers green-energy electricity contracts for the Ampera. A key project component is therefore the development of standards for controlled charging. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 25, 2011

Norwegian Post Ford Transit Connect Electric. Norway Post has signed a contract to purchase 20 Transit Connect Electric vehicles, with an option to order more vehicles in the future. Ford and Azure are introducing the Transit Connect Electric in summer 2011. Transit Connect Electric offers a cargo volume of 3.8

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2009

ISO has published an updated, improved edition of an International Standard providing safety specifications for electrically propelled road vehicles. Marking: RESS that are part of voltage class B electric circuits shall be marked with a specific symbol described into the standard and visible when accessing the RESS.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The Homtruck is capable of connecting to the logistics network’s big data platforms to help drivers obtain optimal orders in real time, analyze and track deliveries, and calculate operating costs along the routes. The Homtruck will also be fully capable of being upgraded over time using Over the Air (OTA) software upgrades.

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