EV charging prototype aims to enable quick installation at scale

VersiCharge XL

German tech giant Siemens has partnered with Vancouver, BC-based green builder Nexii to develop the VersiCharge XL — a quick-to-install charging station. And when we say quick, we’re only talking about two to three days to build a system capable of charging multiple electric vehicles using level 2 or 3 chargers. See also: Best flexible …

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Turn the Tesla Cybertruck into an electric boat with Cybercat

cybercat

Even though the Tesla Cybertruck hasn’t been released yet, engineers are already working on some pretty sweet third-party accessories. Including the ability to turn the Cybertruck into an electric boat! Developed by Anthony Diamond, the Cybercat allows the Cybertruck to conquer land and sea. See also: Tesla Cybertruck overview The idea came when Elon Musk …

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Electreon building first electric-charging road in the U.S.

electreon electric road

Electreon, an Israeli startup based in Beit Yanai, will build the first mile of pavement capable of wirelessly charging electric vehicles in the US. The first-of-its-kind infrastructure project to charge EV’s passing by will start in Detroit, Michigan. Electreon uses special coils embedded in the pavement to send magnetic frequencies to a charging pad underneath …

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Electra Meccanica to deliver SOLO cargo EV in second quarter of 2022

Cargo Solo EV

The Canadian compact electric vehicle manufacturer Electra Meccanica has updated its delivery timeline for the SOLO Cargo EV to Q2. That means commercial and fleet customers can expect to see the new SOLO EVs delivered later this year. The SOLO Cargo EV is purpose-built for light commercial fleets seeking a cost effective and sustainable approach. …

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Tesla opens charging stations to all EV drivers in France and Norway

Tesla has been ramping up efforts to make its extensive global network of fast-charging stations accessible to all EVs. The company has officially expanded its pilot program to open Superchargers to electric vehicles from all manufacturers in Norway and France. The pilot program first started in the Netherlands in November of last year. At the …

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APMA reveals designs for first all-Canadian electric vehicle – Project Arrow.

Project Arrow EV

Canada’s Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA) launched the first, original, full-build, electric concept vehicle named Project Arrow. Hitting the market in December 2022, this is the first EV designed and manufactured entirely in Canada. The sleek, silver exterior and slim lights might not stand out from the crowd in the electric vehicle space. But it …

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Nissan teases Micra EV to kick-off alliance with Renault and Mitsubishi

nissan micra ev

Nissan, Renault and Mitsubishi have joined forces to deliver dozens of EVs by 2030. The first will be the Nissan Micra EV, a compact, retro-styled hatchback manufactured in Renault’s ElectriCity center in France. Related: Eleven awesome EVs you can’t buy in America We have no details on when the Nissan Micra EV will launch or what …

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ElectricMeccanica’s Solo EV could be the perfect solution for single drivers

Solo EV

The Canadian-based company ElectricMeccanica aims to make the urban commute more efficient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly. They believe the key to doing so is a single-passenger, three-wheeled electric car called the Solo. See also: Ten green concept cars we wished made it to production Given that 80% of drives are done alone, it’s not a …

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