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Electric car can power your house via Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) smart charging
An electric car can power your house (V2H) The vehicle-to-home (V2H) smart charging is a way where one can store electricity in their electric car and then use it as a power source in the time of need. The idea of using cars as the storage for batteries sounds great right! The hassle of keeping a battery and an inverter for electricity backup in the house would no more be something to worry about, instead, all can have an electric car which can also be used as a backup source of energy if needed adding more to that it can be seen as a moving source of electricity backup.
By evmotorcity4 years ago in Lifehack
Understanding differences between kW, kWh & Ah from EV charging perspective
Differences between kW, kWh & Ah When you decide to buy a new car and want it to be an electric one, there are many things that can cause problems such as the use of terms which only a small number of people are aware of such as kilowatt, kilowatt-hours, ampere-hours, etc. People need to know what these terms refer to as these words share a lot of information related to the cars such as battery capacity, charging speed, range, efficiency and so much more.
By evmotorcity4 years ago in Wheel
Everything to Know About LEED Green Vehicle Points
Minimum criteria for the electrical vehicle supply equipment: For EVSE-equipped parking spaces to qualify for Green Vehicle Point, the charging station must have a level 2 or higher charging capacity. This means it must have at least 208 volts of power. A device must also be connected to participate in the Demand Response Program. This will lower the cost of charging cars by encouraging more people to charge their cars after working hours.
By evmotorcity4 years ago in Lifehack
Top 10 pros and cons of electric cars
What are the pros and cons of electric cars? For car drivers looking for a low maintenance alternative to their gas-powered car, electric cars offer many advantages. However, if you are worried about not being able to commit to charging your car, you might want to stick with your gas car for now.
By evmotorcity4 years ago in Wheel
How long do electric car batteries last?
EV batteries require less maintenance The battery, as well as many other components of an electric vehicle, require far less maintenance than their gasoline counterparts. As there are far fewer moving parts in electric motors compared to ICE engines—over two dozen fewer automotive components—there are fewer parts that could eventually fail or need replacing.
By evmotorcity4 years ago in Wheel
How Expensive Is EV Maintenance? The Answer May Surprise You
When a consumer considers making a long-term purchase — a house, car or major appliance — one of the biggest sticking points can be maintenance and the associated repair costs. For big-ticket items consumers are not as familiar with, like an electric vehicle (EV), it might not be readily apparent how much maintenance will be required.
By evmotorcity4 years ago in Wheel
