UK electrical equipment supplier Deta Electrical has introduced a range of EV charge points designed and developed in collaboration with global automotive technology company Autel. Marketed under the company’s new eVolo sustainability brand, the charge points are intended for single-dwelling and communal residential applications and also for workplace and public-parking commercial applications. The chargers, says… Continue reading Deta Electrical launches new eVolo EV charge points
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Con Edison expands SmartCharge rewards program for New York EV owners
New York utility Con Edison has expanded its SmartCharge New York program, which rewards owners for charging vehicles during off-peak hours, to include more than 60 EVs and model years. According to the company, enrollment in the program expanded from 5% of eligible EVs in its service area in 2017 to 24% in 2022. The… Continue reading Con Edison expands SmartCharge rewards program for New York EV owners
ABB’s new CogniEN delivers real-time data on EV charging station performance
The poor reliability of public chargers is an industry-wide scandal. Better access to real-time diagnostic data surely wouldn’t hurt, so we’re happy to hear about a new cloud-based digital monitoring platform called CogniEN, from ABB Electrification. CogniEN isn’t specifically designed for the charging industry—it’s also aimed at the utility, data center and renewable energy sectors.… Continue reading ABB’s new CogniEN delivers real-time data on EV charging station performance
ANSI invites public comment on its Roadmap of Standards and Codes for EVs
As the EV market expands at a rapid pace, many in the industry are lamenting the relative lack of EV engineering standards. Now the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has taken a major step forward, releasing a draft Roadmap of Standards and Codes for Electric Vehicles at Scale. The roadmap identifies key safety, performance, and… Continue reading ANSI invites public comment on its Roadmap of Standards and Codes for EVs
Hyundai partners with itselectric to deploy curbside EV chargers in New York
Pity the poor drivewayless drivers, who park their cars on the street, and have no option to install EV chargers at home. Millions of car owners around the world suffer this plight, and a viable solution needs to be simple and inexpensive. Brooklyn-based itselectric offers “scalable and simple curbside EV charging that seamlessly integrates into… Continue reading Hyundai partners with itselectric to deploy curbside EV chargers in New York
Proposed California law would require bidirectional charging capability for EVs
A bill currently making its way through the California legislature would require all new EVs sold in the state to be equipped with bidirectional charging capability by 2027. SB 233, which has passed the Senate Energy Committee and will be heard before the Senate Transportation Committee on April 25, would also establish state goals for… Continue reading Proposed California law would require bidirectional charging capability for EVs
ABB E-mobility invests in Switch to create a more integrated approach to EV charger operation
ABB E-mobility has made an investment in London-based startup Switch EV, describing the move as “the start of a collaboration to advance a seamless EV charging ecosystem.” Noting that “the global charger network remains fragmented, with a different charging experience from location to location, and operator to operator,” ABB sees the need for “a more… Continue reading ABB E-mobility invests in Switch to create a more integrated approach to EV charger operation
Grabbing the prime real estate for electric truck charging hubs
A charging hub for heavy-duty vehicles requires a tremendous amount of power, and local utilities can take years to install new electrical service. Part of Zeem’s competitive advantage is that it has secured access to plenty of power in a prime location near LAX. Charging-as-a-service is a popular option for fleet operators who want to… Continue reading Grabbing the prime real estate for electric truck charging hubs
Plymouth State University uses V2G technology to power its facilities
Two Nissan LEAF EVs at Plymouth State University (PSU) have provided 1 MWh of energy to PSU’s ALLWell Center, offsetting some of the building’s electricity needs. The university is reducing its electricity bill and supporting grid resilience by taking part in a special rate program developed by local utility New Hampshire Electric Cooperative (NHEC), electrification… Continue reading Plymouth State University uses V2G technology to power its facilities
Autel Energy rolls out DC fast EV charging stations in Singapore
EV charging provider Autel Energy is rolling out new EV charging stations in Singapore. The company has installed chargers in Hup Hin and Gain City, and at the National University of Singapore. Another station at an industrial park in Gain City is to be unveiled soon. All of the stations feature Autel’s MaxiCharger DC fast… Continue reading Autel Energy rolls out DC fast EV charging stations in Singapore