Advancements in EV-Related Technology

The Electric Generation  In addition to EV design improvements, charging and other corresponding EV technologies are being upgraded. These innovations are not only improving an EV owner’s driving experience, but also helping to advance the EV movement. Some of our favorite innovations are a smartwatch that lets you check your vehicle’s charge, and an EV that parks itself above a wireless charger. Sounds cool, right? Here’s the full run-down of recent EV technology innovations that excite us the most.

HEVO Charging Stations

HEVO (Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Optimization) combines the convenience of a wireless electric vehicle charging station with the inconspicuousness of a manhole cover. HEVO’s goal is to make charging a car, or a fleet of cars, as simple as just

parking a car. Vehicles merely park as usual over a HEVO station, which is installed underneath the road and protected by a unit that resembles a manhole cover. Two

things are required for the HEVO to work for you: a wireless receiver on your car and HEVO’s free app.

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Plugless Power

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Currently, Chevrolet Volt and Nissan LEAF owners have the option to utilize a wireless charging solution for their car. Wireless company Evatran makes Plugless Power, a wireless electric vehicle charging technology. The

company is continuing to work with EV manufacturers to bring wireless charging to additional EV models.

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AeroVironment’s TurboCord

AeroVironment’s portable TurboCord is the smallest plug-in EV charger on the market, giving EV owners the flexibility and freedom to charge up

almost anywhere there is a 120 or 240 volt outlet.

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Toyota’s Wireless EV Charging Station

Toyota has started testing a wireless electric car charging station. Toyota also developed a new parking assist function that shows the position of the transmitting coil in the parking space, aiding the car to automatically park itself so that it can get the best charge. Testing on the technology is being conducted in Japan, and Toyota

plans to introduce the technology in near-future models.

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BMW i Remote App with Samsung Galaxy Gear

BMW is one of the first car manufacturers to utilize wearable technology, providing i3 owners access to information about their vehicle via a Samsung smartwatch. The

Samsung Galaxy Gear with BMW i Remote App lets the driver check the battery level and available range right from their wrist! The app also shows whether the windows, doors and sunroof are closed and allows users to adjust the on-board

climate in preparation for a journey.

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