Dynamic wireless charging would seem to be the ultimate in convenience—you don’t have to wait, you don’t even have to stop, just charge away as you roll down the highway. Reasonable minds may differ as to what use cases would justify the complexity and cost of such a system, but it’s certainly worth researching, and… Continue reading ENRX to test dynamic wireless EV charging on Florida highway
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Wattzilla introduces UL-listed J3068 3-phase EV chargers
EV charger manufacturer Wattzilla has introduced a new family of UL-listed SAE J3068 3-phase Level 2 EV chargers. The new chargers are available in single, dual and quad configurations, each capable of simultaneously delivering 44 kW of 400 VAC 3-phase power (63 A per phase) on each output cord. Not all EV chargers on the… Continue reading Wattzilla introduces UL-listed J3068 3-phase EV chargers
Legrand introduces Level 2 EV charger for commercial use
France-based electrical equipment maker Legrand has expanded into the EV charging market with the launch of the Legrand Networked Level 2 Commercial Electrical Vehicle Charger, designed for such commercial applications as offices, parking garages, multi-unit residential buildings and vehicle fleets. The 48 A (11.5 kW) Level 2 networked charger comes factory-configured with customizable charging-management subscription… Continue reading Legrand introduces Level 2 EV charger for commercial use
Why California needs to mandate bidirectional charging capabilities for EVs
The California legislature is considering a bill that would require most EVs sold in the state to be bidirectional-capable by 2027. In recent testimony, Nuvve CEO Gregory Poilasne told the lawmakers that bidirectional charging can reduce the total cost of EV ownership, and that it’s essential for integrating more renewable energy into the grid. The… Continue reading Why California needs to mandate bidirectional charging capabilities for EVs
Trade association ChargeUK announces goal of doubling infrastructure in 2023
ChargeUK, which says it brings together 18 of the largest companies installing EV charge points in the UK, has announced that the association will invest more than £6 billion in the installation and operation of new EV charging infrastructure by 2030. Plans call for tens of thousands of new chargers this year, doubling the size… Continue reading Trade association ChargeUK announces goal of doubling infrastructure in 2023
Food distribution giant Sysco unveils state-of-the-art EV charging hub
Food distribution giant Sysco (NYSE: SYY) has unveiled plans for the Riverside Electric Vehicle Hub, which will transform the company’s distribution center into the focal point of its electrified fleet. Currently, Sysco operates 11 Freightliner eCascadia electric tractors at its Riverside facility, and expects to have 20 in operation this year. In 2021, Sysco announced… Continue reading Food distribution giant Sysco unveils state-of-the-art EV charging hub
Circle K installs ABB 180 kW DC fast chargers at Virginia store
Convenience store and gas retail chain Circle K has opened its latest EV charging site at a store in Wytheville, Virginia, along Interstate 81. This site is the first to be equipped with ABB E-mobility’s US-manufactured Terra 184 DC fast chargers, which provide up to 180 kW of power. ABB’s Terra 184 EV chargers were… Continue reading Circle K installs ABB 180 kW DC fast chargers at Virginia store
Daimler Truck to build US charging network for electric trucks
In 2022, Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources and BlackRock Alternatives formed a joint venture called Greenlane to develop a US public EV charging and hydrogen fueling network for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Now the companies say their $650-million JV has made significant progress (no timeline has been announced). Greenlane’s first site will be… Continue reading Daimler Truck to build US charging network for electric trucks
Emerging strategies to improve EV charger uptimes (New Report)
Uptime is a critical factor in the success of public fast charging networks. It measures the functional availability of chargers, and is an indicator of the reliability of the charging infrastructure. A high level of uptime is essential for EV drivers, as it ensures that they have access to charging when they need it. In… Continue reading Emerging strategies to improve EV charger uptimes (New Report)
Developing standards for EV charging reliability
Public EV charging sessions fail as much as 25% to 30% of the time, according to a group of industry stakeholders convened by SAE, and the reasons are not particularly well known. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard to categorize, log, report or analyze charging errors and common causes of failure. SAE, the oldest and… Continue reading Developing standards for EV charging reliability