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ORNL demos 20 kW bi-directional wireless charging on UPS PHEV truck; 11" air gap, >92% efficiency

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The system transferred electricity from the power grid to the vehicle battery terminals at more than 92% efficiency. With its bi-directional design, the system also supports use of the vehicle’s batteries for energy storage. ORNL’s bidirectional technology is fully compliant with grid power quality standards.

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BMW i home energy storage system integrates 2nd-life i3 vehicle batteries

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BMW i announced a home stationary energy storage system solution integrating its BMW i3 vehicle battery at EVS 29 in Montréal. In 2011, batteries which were previously used in the MINI E test fleet were successfully implemented in a stationary project. BMW i 360° Electric.

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The Role of Power Utilities in Turning EVs into a Grid Asset – Part 2

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Part 1 of this two-part blog discusses the challenges facing electric utilities – both electricity generators and grid operators – with electric vehicle (EV) adoption coinciding with the electrification of buildings, heating, and industry. That is one way to balance the load on the grid.

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Roev’s electric ute plans explained: Conversions now, manufacturing its own vehicle by 2026

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2023 Roev electric Toyota Hilux is being targetted at fleets. It will be market demand that determines what versions of the electric Hilux the newly-formed Roev team will manufacture from 2023. Little wonder Roev is targeting fleets and governments. Will the Roev EV ute be capable? We don’t think we can get below that.”.

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Electric Vehicles Open-up New Business Opportunities

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Manufacturing Infrastructure Software Development Training and Skill Development Retrofitting Fleet operation Dealership and Franchise Maintenance and Repair. You may think about the integration of solar panels to the charging station along with the grid connection. Magenta Charge Grid. #3 6 Fleet Operation. EV Workshop.