Curbside charging is emerging as the solution to the problem of charging EVs in dense urban neighborhoods. Curbside chargers are common in Europe, and a few companies are beginning to bring them to the US. Curbside charging represents a different application from the sort of public charging that we’re used to seeing in US parking … Continue reading “Beam Global launches BeamSpot curbside EV charging product line”
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A California-based company aims to add curbside EV charging and solar and wind power to streetlights. Beam Global’s BeamSpot incorporates solar panels and small wind turbines to generate some of its own energy, with built-in battery storage to maximize use of it. While normal streetlights generally have only enough power for illumination, the renewable-energy additions … Continue reading “Solar-powered curbside EV charging concept taps streetlights”
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Greenlane, an EV charging joint venture owned by Daimler Truck, NextEra Energy Resources and investment firm BlackRock, has secured a $15-million grant from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). The grant will allow Greenlane to accelerate the development of its first commercial EV charging corridor along Interstate 15. SCAQMD’s funding will be used … Continue reading “Greenlane wins $15-million grant to deploy commercial EV charging infrastructure in California”
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In a bold move toward shaping the future of sustainable mobility, ChargeGuru x Zeplug, one of Europe’s most innovative EV charging providers, has partnered with AMPECO to power its expanding network of charging stations across the continent. This partnership underscores ChargeGuru x Zeplug’s commitment to making electric vehicle (EV) charging accessible, reliable, and seamlessly integrated … Continue reading “ChargeGuru x Zeplug partner with AMPECO to accelerate sustainable mobility across Europe”
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The 600 new chargers will also reserve parking spots for EVs and use the same pricing model as the initial pilot, according to the NYC Department of Transportation. The city is still determining which EV chargers to use. In its Con Ed pilot, it chose the company FLO. But installing those chargers required digging underground … Continue reading “NYC looks to kick its curbside EV charging plans into second gear”
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Photo: Tesla Several new patent applications have revealed Tesla’s upcoming wireless home EV charging station. The automaker never seemed interested in wireless charging for its electric vehicles. The problem wireless charging solves is not a major one. It alleviates the need to plug in your car, which is not a super difficult or time-consuming task. … Continue reading “Tesla reveals its wireless home EV charging station in patent filings”
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The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has opened a procurement bid opportunity under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. NDOT has issued request for proposal (RFP) Number R231-24 for the selection of one or more qualified contractors to build, own and operate DC fast charging stations at seven sites along the I-80 corridor. … Continue reading “Nebraska DOT opens RFP for EV charging stations under NEVI”
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Engineers at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) have identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities in DC fast charging EVSE. In a laboratory, the SwRI team exploited vulnerabilities in the power line communication (PLC) layer that transmits smart-grid data between vehicles and charging equipment, gaining access to network keys and digital addresses on both the charger and the vehicle. The … Continue reading “SwRI finds cybersecurity risks in EV fast charging equipment”
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Real-Time Location Accurate Within Centimeters Made Possible With Murata’s LF Antennas. The need for accurate position information is growing and there are several communication systems and protocols to choose from for your application. UWB has recently become popular since it was adopted by Apple and supported in the iPhone. However, it is not without its … Continue reading “Webinar: Real-time location accurate within centimeters for wireless EV charging and other automotive applications”
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UK rapid EV charging network InstaVolt is introducing off-peak pricing to encourage drivers to charge their vehicles during low-demand periods when electricity is cheaper. Under the initial rate schedule, drivers will be able to charge for 54 pence (p) per kWh between the hours of 10 pm and 6 am across InstaVolt’s network of more … Continue reading “InstaVolt introduces off-peak pricing for EV charging”