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EVgo and Chevron Bring EV Fast Charging to Select California Gas Stations
LOS ANGELES, May 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — EVgo, the nation’s largest public electric vehicle (EV) fast charging network, is working with Chevron to bring EV fast charging to select Chevron company-owned and operated gas stations in California. Today, more than a dozen EVgo fast chargers – ranging from 50 kW to 100 kW capacity – are already operational or under construction at five Chevron…
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Rivian R1T is first electric vehicle at Overland
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., May 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Electric adventure vehicle maker Rivian introduced its five-passenger R1T pickup to the attendees of Overland West at Fort Tuthill County Park in Flagstaff, Arizona. The R1T is the first EV to appear at an Overland event. (PRNewsfoto/Rivian) (PRNewsfoto/Rivian) “We’ve been coming to Overland for a few years now, learning from this community how they use their…
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Class-leading Onboard Battery Charger Strengthens BorgWarner’s EV Systems Leadership
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner introduces its state-of-the-art Onboard Battery Charger (OBC), adding to the company’s impressive portfolio of technologies for plug-in hybrid and pure-electric vehicles. This technology uses pioneering silicon carbide technology and is best in class for power density, power conversion efficiency and safety compliance. The OBC is installed in hybrid or electric vehicles to convert…
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HYUNDAI MOTOR GROUP PARTNERS WITH RIMAC TO ACCELERATE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGH-PERFORMANCE EVS
SEOUL/ZAGREB, May 14, 2019 — Hyundai Motor Group and Rimac Automobili (Rimac) have announced a strategic partnership aimed to strengthen the Group’s efforts to lead the high-performance electrified vehicle market and enhance its status as a game changer in Clean Mobility. Under the new partnership, Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation will each invest EUR 64 million and EUR 16…
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Neuron EV Unveils HUB, A New Paradigm of Transportation
IRVINE, Calif., May 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Neuron EV, a visionary automotive company, presents HUB, the future of smart transportation. HUB stands for Harmony, Utility, Balance. HUB is convergence of technology for ease of mobility. The vision of HUB is unity without uniformity and diversity without fragmentation. HUB is a new paradigm of transportation that aims to make a positive impact in…
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2020 Toyota Prius Prime: A Solution to Rising Gas Prices
PLANO, Texas (May 2, 2019) – Toyota Prius Prime gets many upgrades for 2020 and remains the most efficient Toyota hybrid and one of the best options to protect drivers from price hikes at the gas pump. Available this summer, the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the LE grade will be $27,600, the MSRP for XLE grade will be $29,500…
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City of Sacramento and EVgo Celebrate California’s First-Ever Curbside High-Powered Charging Plaza for Electric Vehicles at Southside Park
SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The City of Sacramento today joined with EVgo, the nation’s largest public electric vehicle (EV) fast charging network, to celebrate the public opening of California’s first-ever curbside high-powered charging plaza for electric vehicles at Southside Park. EVgo’s curbside high-powered charging plaza at Southside Park in Sacramento, CA; Credit: EVgo The special ribbon cutting event featured remarks from David Hochschild,…
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ABB Technology Supports TriMet’s Wind-Powered All-Electric buses in Portland, Oregon area
CARY, N.C., May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — E-bus charging solutions from ABB, a global leader in electrification, will support TriMet’s objective to make Portland an even more environmentally friendly city.1 ABB’s 450 kW Opportunity Charger for overhead charging TriMet has the eleventh largest bus fleet in the United States, which eliminates more than 210,000 car trips every day in Portland, Oregon metro area. As part of a…
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Dana and Motiv Power Systems Collaborate on Integration of All-Electric Spicer® ElectrifiedTM e-Axle on Ford® Super Duty® F-550 Chassis
LONG BEACH, Calif., April 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) and Motiv Power Systems today announced a collaboration to integrate Dana’s Spicer® ElectrifiedTM eS9000r e-Axle on the Ford F-550 chassis for use in commercial fleet applications. By replacing the traditional mechanical driveline with an electric motor integrated directly into the vehicle’s differential housing, the e-Axle provides greater design flexibility for battery placement and…
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Penske Truck Leasing Opens High-Speed Commercial Electric Truck Chargers in Southern California
READING, Pa., April 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Delivering on its commitment to develop electric vehicle charging infrastructure at its facilities, Penske Truck Leasing has opened commercial heavy-duty electric vehicle charging stations with 14 high-speed chargers at four of its existing facilities in Southern California. The company’s near term plan includes adding at least six more chargers, bringing the total number to 20. Penske believes these…
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