Why is OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol) important for electric charging? To efficiently charge electric vehicles, charging stations and the underlying software must work together smoothly. This is where OCPP comes in. But how exactly does this work, and what does it mean f... Technology and innovation Nov 6, 2024 Pluginsights
Peak shaving and load shifting: what does it mean for charging stations? Charging stations use electricity to charge your electric car, that is evident. But this power is not always expensive or sufficiently available at all times. That is why it is important to use this e... Technology and innovation Jul 11, 2024 Pluginsights
Can the power grid handle all electric cars? The transition to electric driving is in full swing. With the European Union's ambition to have only electric cars on the market by 2035, the question rises: can our power grid cope with this big shif... Technology and innovation Jun 25, 2024 Pluginsights
CATL: the story behind the Chinese battery manufacturer While the name CATL may not immediately sound familiar, brands that rely on their batteries such as Tesla, Kia and BMW do. The company supplies None [1] more than 30 per cent of the world's EV batter... News Technology and innovation Jan 3, 2024 Pluginsights
Load balancing for charging stations explained: what is it and how does it work? **What is load balancing?** If you want to place several charging stations in one place, for example a company car park or garage, you need to be aware of the load on the electric grid. A car is usual... Technology and innovation Dec 19, 2023 Pluginsights
How smart charging stations make charging your electric car easier Want to know what smart charging stations are and why they make electric driving a lot easier? In this article, you will find a clear overview of all the possibilities offered by a smart charging stat... Technology and innovation Nov 17, 2023 Pluginsights
Regenerative braking: a smart way to drive a car ** Regeneratief remmen bij elektrische auto's ** 1. What is regenerative braking? [1] 2. How does this work? [2] 3. Benefits of regenerative braking [3] 4. None [4] Elektrische auto's die regeneratie... Technology and innovation Oct 18, 2023 Pluginsights
Discover these 7 electric cars that charge the fastest Electric mobility is growing more and more every year, and a crucial aspect of this is charging speed. None [1] Fast charging is a big part of accelerating the acceptance of electric cars, and fortun... Technology and innovation Tips and Advice Aug 31, 2023 Pluginsights
Does an electric car need gears? Electric cars have been gaining ground in recent years, and one of the striking features that distinguishes them from diesel or petrol vehicles is the lack of gears. Why don't electric cars have gear... Technology and innovation Jun 15, 2023 Pluginsights
California introduces bill for bi-directional charging of EVs California opens the door to a new generation of electric vehicles (EVs) with bi-directional charging capacity. In an ambitious step towards a greener future, the US state has introduced a new bill re... News Technology and innovation May 8, 2023 Pluginsights