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Tritium Veefil-RT 50 kW fast chargers chosen for EV and V2G research project in Slovakia

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As part of a research project into e-mobility and Vehicle to Grid (V2G) charging in Slovakia, a Tritium Veefil-RT 50kW DC fast charger has been installed at the Slovak Academy of Sciences in Bratislava. All the Veefil-RT chargers are positioned along the Belgium motorway system, linking the country’s major cities.

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Porsche to manufacture all-electric Cayenne in Bratislava

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Porsche has significantly upgraded the third generation of the SUV following its 2017 launch with measures affecting its powertrain, chassis, design, equipment and connectivity. The plant in Slovakia is currently preparing for the start of series production of the extensively upgraded new Cayenne.

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IBM and ZSE team on Central European e-mobility project; “green highway”

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(ZSE), the largest distributor and supplier of electricity in Slovakia, on a smart energy “feasibility” study that will help prepare the capital city Bratislava for electric vehicles (EVs). IBM Slovakia is teaming with ZSE to provide insights into various implementation scenarios and infrastructure options for charging. —ZSE.

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SEAT introduces the Mii Electric city car in first salvo of electric offensive

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The all-electric city car is the first model to include SEAT CONNECT, giving remote access and management of the vehicle. SEAT Mii electric production will begin in Bratislava (Slovakia) in Q4 2019, with a market introduction starting from the very end of the year.

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Interim assessment finds Volkswagen’s “Think Blue. Factory.” environmental program tracking to meet 2018 goals of 25% improvement vs. 2010

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This year, Volkswagen also honored employees who had demonstrated special commitment in connection with the program. The award-winners are Jörg Kessler from the Hanover plant, Peter Solárik from Bratislava (Slovakia), and Peter Splitt, Udo Guenther and Karsten Folchmann from the Salzgitter plant.

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Tesla Cybertruck reportedly hits over 400 kW at 600 kW charger in Europe

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A group of Tesla enthusiasts reported something quite remarkable when they charged a Cybertruck at a brand new 600 kW charger in Bratislava, Slovakia. cz’s Cybertruck reportedly had 7% of its battery remaining when it connected to Ejoin’s 600 kW charger. team charged their all-electric pickup truck at the 600 kW charger.

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Hyundai’s supplier is building a new EV parts plant in Slovakia to conquer European market

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Hyundai Motor Group’s supplier, Hyundai Mobis , is investing around $256 million (350 billion won) in building new plants in Slovakia for EV parts. To support its expansion in the world’s second-largest EV market, Hyundai Mobis announced it’s building a new EV parts plant in Slovakia. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.