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Ford unveils C-MAX Solar Energi concept; “plug-in” hybrid not dependent on electric grid can fully recharge from sun

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Ford’s C-MAX Solar Energi concept combines a rooftop solar panel with an off-board solar concentrator—essentially an inexpensive Fresnel lens canopy. The vehicle moves beneath the canopy during the day to maintain maximum concentrated solar irradiance. Ford C-MAX Solar Energi Concept. Click to enlarge.

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DAIHEN leverages WiTricity wireless charging technology for solar-powered mobility demo in Japan

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WiTricity’s technology for wireless power transfer over distance was central to a next-generation electric mobility demonstration in Osaka, Japan, led by DAIHEN Corporation, a global leader in electric power transmission. DAIHEN recently launched a demonstration with Kansai Electric Power Co.

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Jackery’s Explorer 500 solar power station now $150 off in New Green Deals, Matter smart plugs, more

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Today’s the day to add a little solar power into your setup, with the best environmentally-friendly discounts of the day coming headlined by a $150 discount on Jackery’s Explorer 500 power kit. Just don’t forget about all of the other best e-bike discounts around.

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Kyocera installs solar-powered recharging station for EVs, backup energy in disaster

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KCCS) have installed a Solar Cycle Station for EV at the headquarters of Shintec Hozumi Co., Kyocera’s “Solar Cycle Station” is a solar-powered recharging station—originally launched for electric-assisted bicycles in 2010—that uses the company’s high performance solar modules. Click to enlarge.

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NEDO, Sharp, and Toyota to begin public road trials of electrified vehicles equipped with high-efficiency solar batteries

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Japan’s NEDO, Sharp Corporation, and Toyota Motor Corporation plan to begin public road trials of electrified vehicles equipped with high-efficiency solar batteries from late July 2019. times higher in comparison with the commercial model Prius PHV (equipped with a solar charging system). Background.

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This 60W portable solar panel has 18W USB-C PD to power spring camping trips for $100 in New Green Deals

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It has built-in USB-A and USB-C outputs with up to 18W of power being delivered. No plugs or adapters are required for the USB-C or A ports, and there’s also a DC output to recharge portable power stations and the like as well. Well, be sure that when you leave the house, is in your bag.

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Prep for camping trips with this 200W foldable portable solar panel at $219 ($80 off) in New Green Deals

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Are you looking for a way to power your campsite without lugging around a big and heavy generator and gas? Well, if you already have a portable power station, than you should pick up. On sale for a new low of $219 at Amazon, this solar panel plugs directly into your power station to recharge it with using nothing more than sunlight.

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