Honda EVs to serve as virtual power plant in Germany
A fleet of Honda electric vehicles has successfully provided grid balancing services for German transmission system operator Amprion.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
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Panasonic to begin building 30GWh US EV battery facility
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Honda begins sales of battery swap station for electric motorcycles
Honda delivers first of its battery swapping stations to its joint venture partners.
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Kia is offering a battery conditioning software update for older models of its EV6 crossover which will enable cars to charge even faster in colder conditions.
Texas company develops fire retardant for safer, quieter EVs
Texan chemical maker develops two new materials it says can help make electric vehicles safer and quieter.