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Tesla is using a new strategy to combat Supercharger vandalism

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We’re now seeing the company deploy a new strategy in Seattle, which has evidently been a pain point for the company. Tesla Supercharger station in Bay Area hit by vandals with every charging cable cut Need accessories for your Tesla? However, certain areas have required a bit more effort on Tesla’s part.

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ICCT paper assesses leading regional EV markets in US and policies behind them

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charging infrastructure incentives, preferential charging rates), and public charging availability. city governments, regional governments, local businesses, utilities, nonprofits) that were working together on outreach, coordination on charging infrastructure, and other local measures.

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Tesla Superchargers struck as US sees surge in EV charging cable thefts

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It appears that a surge in electric vehicle (EV) charging cable thefts is happening across the United States. Over the past few months, an increasing number of charging stations have become targets for thieves. “They’re not just taking one or two. . “They’re not just taking one or two.

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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

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Increasing numbers of electric vehicles will have a significant impact on energy demand; the addition of an electric vehicle to a household could effectively double home energy consumption while the vehicle is charging. We’re not ready to announce a vehicle solution yet. Tags: Electric (Battery) Plug-ins Smart charging.

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IEA: Electric vehicles posted strong gains in 2016; 2M now in global parc

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Paris, for example, has mandated that any electric car is allowed to re-charge at the re-charge stations of its car-sharing program Autolib. London for its part encourages EV adoption by waiving its congestion charge. London for its part encourages EV adoption by waiving its congestion charge.

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Volkswagen committing $7.1B to boost product line-up, R&D, manufacturing in North America; targeting 55% BEV sales by 2030

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The CoE closely collaborates with technology partners Quantumscape (San Jose, CA) which is driving solid-state battery technology, and 24M (Cambridge, MA), which is re-imagining the design of battery cells. As part of that, Volkswagen plans to bring over-the-air (OTA) updates and new software features, such as plug and charge, for the ID.4

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Rivian R1T test drive video showcases electric pickup’s off-road capability

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“We’re kicking off our drive program in August — we can’t wait for you to get behind the wheel to experience the performance and handling of driving a Rivian,” the company stated. Rivian is planning tour events in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Detroit, and Seattle.