ClipperCreek’s new HCS-D40P is a 32-amp, Level 2 dual-charging station. The wall-mount charger is equipped with a NEMA 6-50 or 14-50 plug, as well as 25-foot charging cables. The HCS-D40P is available for $1,369. Owners of ClipperCreek’s HCS-40P or HCS-50P can swap out their old chargers for the new version through the Trade-UP! program. Amanda… Continue reading ClipperCreek launches upgraded dual-charging station
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DemandQ launches new software for commercial EV charging
Energy software company DemandQ will launch a new software as a service (SaaS) product aimed at reducing the operational costs of commercial EV charging. The new system will integrate the international Open Charge Alliance’s OCPP standard for DemandQ’s Intelligent Demand Optimization platform to merge building and EV energy loads. DemandQ CEO Gary Morsches said, “While… Continue reading DemandQ launches new software for commercial EV charging
BMW to install 4,100 new charging points in Germany
BMW plans to install 4,100 charging points at its German locations by 2021. The charging points will include AC and DC fast chargers, and will be powered by renewable energy. Most of the stations will be installed around Munich – other sites include Berlin, Leipzig, Regensburg, Landshut, Wackersdorf, and Dingolfing. BMW anticipates that, by 2021,… Continue reading BMW to install 4,100 new charging points in Germany
NYPA and NYSERDA to Install over 70 charging stations in New York
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) will install more than 70 dual-port charging stations at locations across the state. The project is part of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Charge NY initiative, which is designed to accelerate the installation of EV charging stations in New… Continue reading NYPA and NYSERDA to Install over 70 charging stations in New York
Accell’s new 32-amp AxFAST portable EV charger
California-based electronics maker Accell has introduced a new portable charger, the AxFAST 3202, that doubles the amperage of its previous portable charger. The new device will be available in November. The AxFAST 3202, priced at $549.99, supports 240 V, 32-amp charging, delivering 7.68 kW of power. It weighs just 12 pounds and features a J1772… Continue reading Accell’s new 32-amp AxFAST portable EV charger
ABB acquires Chinese charging provider Chargedot
Swiss electronics company ABB has acquired a majority stake in Chargedot, a Chinese EV charging provider. Chargedot supplies AC and DC charging stations, as well as an accompanying software platform. ABB offers services and products such as grid distribution and charging points. Tarak Mehta, President of ABB’s Electrification business, said, “With China forging ahead in… Continue reading ABB acquires Chinese charging provider Chargedot
Green Watt Power’s new EVC3400 Series onboard EV charger
Green Watt Power has launched a new series of onboard AC chargers. The EVC3400 charger features an IP66 rating for high-stress environments, as well as a high-density, low-profile design for flexible mechanical integration. Fan- or liquid-cooled designs are available. The fan-version EVC-116-3400 has dimensions of 240 x 187 x 70 mm (9.45 x 7.36 x… Continue reading Green Watt Power’s new EVC3400 Series onboard EV charger
Circontrol introduces new Raption 150 charger for e-buses
Spanish charging station maker Circontrol introduced a new 150 kW charger for e-buses, called the Raption 150, at the 2019 Busworld bus exhibition. The Raption 150 can charge at 600 volts, a voltage suitable for charging e-buses. Thanks to its modular system, Circontrol says the charger enjoys a high uptime and is scalable from 100… Continue reading Circontrol introduces new Raption 150 charger for e-buses
New study: 10 percent EV penetration could shift utility’s entire peak load
Electric utilities around the world are exploring the potential of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems, which can reduce peak loads by using EV batteries to store renewably generated energy during the day and discharge it during peak consumption periods in the evenings. A new study from Jackson Associates analyzed 5,000 Southern California Edison (SCE) customers’ hourly loads… Continue reading New study: 10 percent EV penetration could shift utility’s entire peak load
Magment partners with EDAG to develop wireless concrete chargers
Munich-based startup Magment has partnered with EDAG, a development partner for automotive products and production, to develop wireless charging solutions for Cooperative Intelligent Transportation Systems (C-ITS). Magment is focused on developing and manufacturing wireless chargers using magnetized concrete. In the partnership, EDAG will focus on developing wireless charging products that use Magment’s magnetic materials for… Continue reading Magment partners with EDAG to develop wireless concrete chargers