INFRASTRUCTURE
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Fun With Fuel Cells
Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCVs) are electric vehicles that use a fuel cell to generate electricity. The fuel cell combines hydrogen and oxygen to create electricity, water and heat.The electricity powers the vehicle’s motor, while the water vapor and heat are released through the exhaust system. Check out some advantages over other types of EVs: Fast...
EV Battery Swapping: Pros & Cons
As more and more people are buying EVs, new and better ways to charge them are being developed. Besides traditionally charging the battery, there is Battery Swapping or BaaS (Battery-as-a-Service) which is a way of owning an EV that removes the need to buy and maintain an expensive battery. Users can subscribe to a service...
North American Charging Standard Update
The adoption of NACS (North American Charging Standard) is a positive development for the electric vehicle industry. Adopting this standard will help to promote the adoption of EVs, as it would make it easier for drivers to switch to EVs without having to worry about compatibility issues. NACS could help to reduce the number of...
Buying A Used EV? Check Your Charging Rate & Locations
If you are considering an an EV- you need to know about your charging rate and charging locations. Charging rate refers to how quickly an EV can be charged. The locations will give you an idea of accessibility and if it meets your needs. Here are some tips for potential EV buyers to consider about...
7 EV Charging Etiquette Tips
With the rising popularity of EVs, it’s important that EV owners practice proper charging etiquette. By being considerate, we can help create an environment where everyone has access to charging infrastructure. Here are some key tips for being a courteous EV owner: Use EV charging spots only for charging your EV: Electric vehicle charging spots...
Ford & GM Are Doing It… What Happens Next? NACS Standard?
Ford & GM Are Doing It… What Happens Next? NACS Standard? Ford & GM are in recent headlines about adopting Tesla’s NACS (North American Charging Standard) chargers for their future EV lineup. What if NACS becomes the standard…and Tesla opens more of its charging infrastructure? It’s fantastic for the growth and support of the charging...
EV Charging Companies- Who To Choose?
As the EV market and infrastructure continue to grow, these charging companies are capitalizing on the opportunity. They all have a strong network of charging stations, offer a variety of charging speeds, and are focused on creating a good experience for EV drivers. Besides proximity, here are some things to consider when choosing an EV...
Butts In Seats & Stuff
Are You An EV Advocate that tirelessly attempts to convince people about EVs? Here are some cool strategies to help your family & friends become more comfortable with EV purchases. Let’s start with EDUCATION. They’re cheaper to run, kinder to the environment, and can outperform ICE vehicles. So, let’s spread the word through public awareness...
Charge It!
In an effort to advance the EV charging infrastructure, the Techno King & Chief Twit will be allowing other EVs to use Tesla’s vast and highly praised Supercharger Network. With Tesla sharing around 12K Chargers, the White House is including Tesla as part of their $7.5B bill to expand the charging infrastructure in the...
Charge Your EV Without A Charging Cable!
Inductive charging, also known as wireless charging (think wirelessly charging your phone) is a method of charging EVs without the need for a physical connection. An electromagnetic field is generated between two coils, one in the charging pad and the other in the vehicle, to transfer energy wirelessly and charge the battery. This method of...
