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Hyundai, Kia and Porsche Lead the Charge in Debut of Edmunds EV Charging Test Leaderboard

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Combining Level 3 charging measurements from automotive consultants P3 Group with proprietary data from the Edmunds EV Efficiency Test, the Edmunds EV Charging Test establishes a new industry standard for electric vehicle charging speeds.

Key Points: 
  • Combining Level 3 charging measurements from automotive consultants P3 Group with proprietary data from the Edmunds EV Efficiency Test, the Edmunds EV Charging Test establishes a new industry standard for electric vehicle charging speeds.
  • It achieved an average speed of 868 miles per charging hour, the equivalent of adding 100 miles of charge in just 6 minutes, 55 seconds.
  • “With the launch of the Edmunds EV Charging Test, we are establishing an industry benchmark that allows car shoppers to compare charging speeds based on real-world testing and empirical data, further delivering on our commitment to providing best-in-class consumer guidance and insights.”
    The Edmunds EV Charging Test features new proprietary metrics within Edmunds’ suite of vehicle testing, including “miles per charging hour,” which conveys the average charging speed when charging from 10% to 80%.
  • In addition, the results include Edmunds tested average charging power, peak charging power, charging losses and consumption.

Standard Motor Products' Releases 272 New Part Numbers

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Monday, September 25, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP®) has released 272 new part numbers in its September new number announcement.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP®) has released 272 new part numbers in its September new number announcement.
  • This most recent release provides new coverage in 89 distinct product categories, and 115 part numbers for 2022, 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles.
  • Standard® and Four Seasons® continue the expansion of coverage for hybrid and electric vehicles.
  • Four Seasons® has introduced 59 new part numbers, including New Compressors for Ford vehicles like the 2022-20 F-250 and the 2022-20 Transit Series.

VivoPower Announces Definitive Distribution Agreement in Ghana for Tembo EUVs

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

LONDON, June 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VivoPower International PLC (NASDAQ: VVPR, the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive agreement (“Agreement”) with Fourche Maline Ltd (“Fourche Maline”), a fully indigenous Ghanaian engineering and technical services company for it to market, distribute and service Tembo-powered electric utility vehicles (“EUV”) across Ghana. Fourche Maline provides engineering and technical services in the local Ghana market to a number of the world’s leading companies in the Oil & Gas, Mining, Power & Energy, and Food & Beverage sectors.

Key Points: 
  • Under the Agreement, Fourche Maline has committed to sell a total of 2,500 Tembo EUV conversion kits from execution of this Agreement over the next 5 years across Ghana and West Africa.
  • Fourche Maline will be responsible for acquiring utility vehicles, converting the vehicles to ruggedised EUVs using Tembo conversion kits, selling the units to end-customers and providing after-sale servicing and maintenance with support from Tembo.
  • Sectors where the Tembo EUV will be used are wide-ranging, including Mining but also Power, Oil & Gas, Government services, Insurance and Agriculture.
  • The Tembo EUV kits will transform new and second-hand diesel-powered 4×4 LandCruiser and Hilux vehicles into ruggedised EUVs.

Autotrader Names 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates in 2023

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

To help new grads sort out their vehicle choices as they embark upon the journey called "real life," Autotrader, a Cox Automotive company, has named the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates .

Key Points: 
  • To help new grads sort out their vehicle choices as they embark upon the journey called "real life," Autotrader, a Cox Automotive company, has named the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates .
  • While Autotrader's list of the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates consists of new 2023-model-year vehicles, we definitely recommend graduates also consider adding used vehicles – particularly certified pre-owned (CPO) models – to their consideration lists."
  • Grads often find themselves on the move, and a compact pickup truck like the 2023 Ford Maverick can be a game-changer.
  • To learn more about the 2023 list of the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates from Autotrader, including pricing details, photos, additional vehicle information and available inventory, visit https://www.autotrader.com/best-cars/10-best-cars-recent-college-graduat... .

VivoPower Announces Definitive Distribution Agreement to Distribute EV Fleet Charging Solutions

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Monday, May 15, 2023

LONDON, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VivoPower International PLC (NASDAQ: VVPR, the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive partnership agreement (“Agreement”) for VivoPower to market and distribute Vital EV Solutions (“Vital EV”) fleet charging solutions globally.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VivoPower International PLC (NASDAQ: VVPR, the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive partnership agreement (“Agreement”) for VivoPower to market and distribute Vital EV Solutions (“Vital EV”) fleet charging solutions globally.
  • Kempower, headquartered in Finland, has the fastest EV fleet charging solutions on the market including for off-highway working environment applications.
  • Under the Agreement, VivoPower will be able to offer to its customers and partners a wide range of EV fleet charging products and services from Vital EV and Kempower for an initial term of 3 years.
  • This partnership will allow VivoPower to bundle ancillary charging solutions for our fleet owning customers and partners who are seeking to electrify their fleets with the Tembo EV conversion kits.

Electric Vehicles, and How to Charge Your EV, Promise to be Big Topics at New York International Auto Show

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Monday, April 3, 2023

Everything they need to know and want to learn is at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

Key Points: 
  • Everything they need to know and want to learn is at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
  • The EV Hall floor is dedicated to EVs, charging technologies and consumer awareness programs.
  • One of the highlights of the EV exhibition is an 83,000-square-foot Electric Vehicle Test Track located on Level 1 of the auto show.
  • Speaking and discussion participants include representatives from AAA, Empire Clean Cities and various New York City government agencies and industry associations.

VivoPower Announces Definitive Distribution Agreement with Ulti-Mech in Western Australia for Tembo Electric Utility Vehicles

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Monday, February 27, 2023

Ulti-Mech is a 100% Australian-owned and operated automotive service company headquartered in Newman, Western Australia.

Key Points: 
  • Ulti-Mech is a 100% Australian-owned and operated automotive service company headquartered in Newman, Western Australia.
  • Under the Agreement, Ulti-Mech has committed to sell a minimum of 1,000 Tembo EV conversion kits from execution of this Agreement over the next 5 years across Western Australia.
  • Ulti-Mech will be responsible for acquiring utility vehicles, converting the vehicles to ruggedised Electric Utility Vehicles (“EUV”) using Tembo conversion kits, selling the units to end-customers and providing after-sale servicing and maintenance with support from Tembo.
  • With three locations in the heart of Western Australia’s mining market, we are perfectly placed to successfully supply and service the Tembo electric utility vehicle.

Carl Black Orlando offers drivers electric vehicles like the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Chevrolet Bolt EUV

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carl Black Orlando offers drivers electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the Chevrolet Bolt EUV. Electric vehicles may be eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit called the Clean Vehicle Federal Tax Credit. This tax credit incentivizes drivers to switch to electric vehicles, which give off fewer emissions and help protect the environment.  

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carl Black Orlando offers drivers electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
  • Electric vehicles may be eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit called the Clean Vehicle Federal Tax Credit.
  • This tax credit incentivizes drivers to switch to electric vehicles, which give off fewer emissions and help protect the environment.
  • There are over 40,000 public charging stations for Bolt EV and Bolt EUV drivers to use, and more are always being created.

Kelley Blue Book Unveils Winners of 2023 Best Buy Awards

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

ATLANTA, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After thorough head-to-head testing, in-depth data analysis and evaluation of the more than 300 new-vehicle models available in the U.S. market for 2023, Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, today announces the winners of its annual Best Buy Awards. Now in its ninth year, the company's comprehensive awards program highlights the top model in vehicle segments most relevant to new-car shoppers, with award categories evolving over the years to align with the changing automotive landscape. The 2023 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards encompass 19 categories covering the entire spectrum of automotive needs, with additional categories introduced this year to reflect the ever-growing electrified-vehicle segments. This year's highest honor of Best New Model goes to the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Key Points: 
  • The 2023 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards encompass 19 categories covering the entire spectrum of automotive needs, with additional categories introduced this year to reflect the ever-growing electrified-vehicle segments.
  • Kelley Blue Book's annual Best Buy Awards are determined based on a year-long regimen of expert vehicle evaluation, plus an intensive period of final testing.
  • In fact, it has been named a Kelley Blue Book Best Buy more times than any other compact SUV.
  • For more information and full coverage of the 2023 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards, including full editorial comments about each model, pricing details, videos and more, visit https://www.kbb.com/awards/best-buy-awards-2023/ .

Toyota Crown Wins Green Car Journal's Prestigious 2023 Green Car of the Year®, Additional Green Car Awards™ Winners Revealed

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota's all-new Crown sedan has been named Green Car Journal's 2023 Green Car of the Year, earning the most coveted environmental award in the automotive field.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota's all-new Crown sedan has been named Green Car Journal's 2023 Green Car of the Year, earning the most coveted environmental award in the automotive field.
  • "Complementing Green Car of the Year are winners in eight Green Car Awards categories that show how widespread environmental achievement is across the spectrum of today's advanced vehicle lineups."
  • All finalists considered in a Green Car Awards category stand out with their commendable environmental achievement and are awarded Green Car Journal's 2023 Green Car Product of Excellence.
  • Green Car Awards are presented by Green Car Journal , an industry-leading publication since its launch in 1992.