Posts Tagged: electric vehicle charging
March 19, 2018
The ‘long tailpipe argument’ debunked
The attraction of electric vehicles (EVs) comes from zero emissions while driving. However, the environmental performance of EVs remains a highly debated topic. The argument is that the lifecycle of EVs (manufacturing to operating) remains carbon intensive, and is no less intense than a conventional vehicle (also known as the ‘long tailpipe argument’). In the past, Tesla’s own Elon Musk has argued that even[…]
January 8, 2018
Is Gamification the Solution to Electric Vehicle Load Management?
The principles of gamification have been applied in user-centric product and
process design to influence participant behavior. Many of the applications have been in the form of software design or online marketing programs. But can these same principles, which have been used successfully in other areas, be applied to large challenges such as electrical load management across a utility’s grid?
November 29, 2017
Kilowatt and Kilowatt Hour Explained
***Updated November 30th thanks to great feedback from our readers. As someone new to the electric vehicle (EV) industry, I know working and understanding measurements of energy can be very confusing. To that end, two of the most confusing and misunderstood terms are the kilowatt and kilowatt-hour. These terms are put into action all around us on a daily basis. Your electric bill is[…]
November 23, 2017
How to Charge your EV with Clean Energy
At times, electric vehicles have proved a conundrum to consumers looking to contribute to a greener environment. Although you can get them down to zero emissions, many people are wondering if an accelerated demand for EVs will trigger a greater consumption of fossil fuels. Approximately 41% of electricity worldwide is fueled by coal, with some of the biggest producers, like China, rising each year[…]
November 15, 2017
How to Buy Your First Electric Car
There are few purchases as involved as buying a new car. When you’re talking about buying your first electric car, there are even more considerations and questions to be had. If you’re considering making the jump to electric, you’re not alone: almost 160,000 new electric cars were purchased in 2016 in the US, and that number is likely to be dwarfed by 2017’s sales[…]
October 25, 2017
The Latest in Vehicle to Grid (V2G) Charging
Despite the positive impact energy policy has on the planet, it leaves some issues that must be immediately addressed. As of 2016, over 25% of Europe has quit coal-burning power stations, with plans to end the fossil fuel usage by 2020 in Austria and 2025 in Britain. Although the plant closures will have significant effects of lessening CO2 emissions, it leaves many countries wondering how[…]
October 4, 2017
Convenience: The True Challenge of Electric Vehicle Adoption
Improvements in the field of electric vehicles is a near certainty. With so many legal and social agendas pushing for alternatives to combustion engines, electric vehicle technology is moving forward in leaps and bounds. However, are EVs convenient enough for mass adoption? Keep reading to find out.
September 18, 2017
Now There’s an Electric Alternative for Medium Duty Delivery Fleets, the Chanje Electric Truck.
We take a look at the V8070 from the California based Chanje. They recently announced the introduction an all-electric truck to the commercial U.S. market with orders being delivered before the end of 2017. Will this new all-electric vehicle shake up the market?
October 20, 2016
A Glimpse at the Future of Electric Vehicle Charging
In case you haven’t noticed, there’s been a minor revolution in electric vehicles in the past two years. Beginning with the Chevrolet Bolt EV debut in January 2015, 200+ miles of range at a reasonable price point ($37,500) is the new standard for an EV. Meanwhile, Tesla continued improving its premium performance vehicles until it made the quickest production car on the auto market.[…]
September 27, 2016
These Maps Show the State of Electric Vehicle Charging in 2016
There are many arguments about how public charging stations affect the adoption of electric vehicles in North America. Some say people charge at home most of the time so it doesn’t matter; others say people need to know they can charge outside the home to avoid range anxiety and get more use out of their cars. While each side has a point, it’s difficult[…]
