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EV chargers, heat pumps may be curtailed in Germany as of 2024

By Ryan Sanderson / December 12, 2023
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From next year Germany’s residential grid operators will be empowered to restrict the flow of power to electric heat pumps and residential EV chargers to retain grid stability during peak demand. Across Europe, the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the transition to more efficient means of heating homes via the use of heat […]

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Renault debut new Renault Master including both Diesel and Fully Electric Versions

By Ross Denyer / December 7, 2023
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The all-new Renault Master has been unveiled, showcasing a fresh design, cutting-edge technology, increased usability, and improved efficiency, space, and comfort. Available with electric and diesel drivetrains, the electric version boasts a class-leading range of up to 255 miles (the closest competitor is the Mercedes eSprinter with a WLTP range of 248 miles). The vehicle […]

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New Florida-built electric speedboat offers high power and solar charging

By Ross Denyer / November 22, 2023
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Blue Innovations Group (BIG), an electric boat startup founded by a former Tesla executive, has unveiled its inaugural electric boat, the R30, blending features of an electric powerboat and a day cruiser. With a spacious 30-foot design capable of accommodating 12 passengers, the R30 prioritizes safety, performance, style, and environmental friendliness, according to CEO John […]

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Tesla To Build Cheapest Car Yet in Germany

By Ross Denyer / November 22, 2023
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Tesla reportedly plans to manufacture a €25,000 ($26,838) electric car at its factory in Berlin. This prospective new model will be considerably less expensive than the Model 3 which is the lowest priced model in Tesla’s current line-up, the base model of which costs in excess of €40,000 ($43,000). The currently untitled new electric car will aim […]

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bp boosts EV charging network with $100 million order of Tesla ultra-fast chargers

By Ryan Sanderson / October 31, 2023
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This week bp announced a deal with Tesla in which bp pulse will acquire ultra-fast EV charging hardware units for $100 million. This marks the first time Tesla’s chargers have been purchased for an independent third-party EV charging network. The roll-out, planned to begin in 2024, will expand the bp pulse EV charging network across […]

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Hyundai Electric Vehicles to North American Charging Standard

By Ryan Sanderson / October 6, 2023
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Hyundai Motor North America announced that it is adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector for its electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States and Canada. In the United States, all new or refreshed Hyundai EVs will come exclusively with a NACS connector, beginning Q4 2024. Canada will follow in 2025. Hyundai’s news is […]

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Shell opens its largest EV charging station in China

By Ryan Sanderson / September 22, 2023
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One of the largest EV charging hubs in the world was officially opened by Shell this week in Shenzhen, China. The site has 258 charging bays and is a joint venture between leading Chinese EV maker BYD and Shell. The site will reportedly be able to charge 3,300 EVs daily. SAR Insight & Consulting’s eMobility […]

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Aspinity Raises $5 Million Series B Funding

By Peter Cooney / September 20, 2023
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Aspinity, the “analog machine learning chip” vendor, announced series B funding of $5 million, with a new strategic partner Korean automotive distributor – Unitrontech. Aspinity’s  RAMP™ (Reconfigurable Analog Module Processor) technology is a unique solution that enables ultra low power always on sensing and can be used in a wide range of applications. Aspinity highlights use cases such as […]

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EVgo and Amazon Launch Seamless EV Charger Navigation Experience with Alexa

By Ryan Sanderson / September 5, 2023
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​EVgo Inc., one of the leaders in EV public fast-charging infrastructure in the US announced this week the first integration of an Alexa-enabled EV charging experience with Amazon and its PlugShare public EV charging location finder and mapping solution. Drivers with Alexa-enabled vehicles or accessories can now ask Alexa to help them find and navigate […]

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GM Makes Vehicle-to-Home Bidirectional Charging Technology Available Across Portfolio of Upcoming Ultium-based EVs

By Ryan Sanderson / August 30, 2023
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GM announced this week that it will expand vehicle-to-home (V2H) bidirectional charging technology across its range of Ultium-based electric vehicles (EVs) by 2026. V2H enables EV users to transfer energy from their vehicle to an enabled home to offset electricity needs during peak times and act as a backup during power outages. The first vehicles […]

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