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OpConnect Introduces Smartphone Payment Technology for EV Charging Stations

OpConnect, LLC, a visionary leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging station technology, announced today rollout of its smartphone payment technology for OpConnect network EV charging stations. EV drivers can use the OpConnect iPhone app, or other smartphone scanners to access free stations or to pay for a charging session at stations that require payment.

31 Oct 2012

Fire Test Results Confirm Safety of Lithium-Ion Batteries in Electric Vehicles

DEKRA Automobil GmbH has spent a long time focusing on the safety of electric vehicles. "Safety issues are key to increased popularity of electromobility - and that includes fire protection," says Andreas Richter, who works in the DEKRA Electromobility Competence Center and coordinates all the company's activities in this area.

30 Oct 2012

Rise of E-Bikes Makes Batteries to Play Pivotal Role in Future Transportation

As the number of e-bikes explodes across Europe, experts are saying that they are rapidly altering how people traverse urban areas. CTEK, a leading global smart battery charger brand, says the rise of e-bikes signifies how important batteries have become and highlights the pivotal role they will play in the evolution of transportation.

29 Oct 2012

Duke Energy Installs Six Public-Access Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in South Carolina

Progress Energy Carolinas, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, has installed six plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) charging stations in South Carolina, as part of its commercial charging station research program.

26 Oct 2012

K-State Awarded $200,000 Grant to Develop Solar-Powered Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles

A foundation for engineering and construction firm Black & Veatch has awarded Kansas State University a $200,000 grant to help develop solar-powered charging stations for electric and hybrid vehicles.

25 Oct 2012

BYD, greentomatocars Create London’s First Fleet of All-Electric Minicabs

BYD and greentomatocars have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create London’s first fleet of all-electric minicabs.

25 Oct 2012

Construction Authority Plans to Install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Upcoming Parking Facilities

Tonight, the Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Construction Authority (Construction Authority) board of directors will consider approval of additional funding to install Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) Charging Stations into the agency's future parking facilities.

11 Oct 2012