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Public/Private Partnerships Would Increase Charging Station Numbers
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 May 6, 2012 - VEVA supports the City/Telus initiative to install charge stations co-located with cell antennas because they both require new power to be installed. One of the biggest obstacles to EV adoption is the cost of installing infrastructure. Infrastructure requires upgrades to BC Hydro transformers, power conduit and wire to charge station locations, and finally charge stations. These can be very expensive. Having commercial interests share the costs allows for more charge stations.
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Charge Stations Pop Up Like Mushrooms in 2012
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| Apr 30, 2012 - The Royal Bay Bakery has just today put online a solar-assisted 240v J1772 charger at 3337 Metchosin Road in Colwood, just across the bay from Victoria. They're on the map at Plugshare.com. The map shows charging station distribution in Metro Vancouver and Canada/US as of April 2012.
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VEVA Releases the EV Infrastructure Costing Worksheet
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| Mar 11, 2012 - Build the Infrastructure in your home now and your EV will come soon. Our EV Infrastructure Costing worksheet is intended as an example of how to use the major cost drivers that affect the cost of putting Electric Vehicle Infrastructure in a residence to determine a rough estimate of cost for an individual installation or an average installation cost in a community. It can be used to help decide on your choice of Level 1 or Level 2 charging. It can also be used to determine the cost for a community and how that might play into the need for government support. To use the worksheet choose the rows that apply to you, refine the example estimates after discussion with an electrician and shopping for an EV Charging Supply product to install in your garage. As you get estimates for your home, please share them with the author (Don Chandler) to better refine the examples. Click the link for the worksheet ... (more ...)
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BC Government Supports EVs - Some Juicy Facts
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Nov 5, 2011 - The BC Government CEV program announced today has $16M set aside for 1,000 charging points for the Province, including 30 "Green Corridor" fast charging stations, 570 Level 2 public stations ($4,500 grants are available to business owners, local governments and institutions) and 400 stations for Single Family Homes, and MURBs equally split between new and retrofits. (ie. 100 for new SFH, 100 retro-fits, etc.)
$2.53M for the 570 Level 2 public stations will become available starting May 2012 when the Community Charging Infrastructure Fund program launches.
Get your EV today and you should be able to commute daily and even drive to Alberta for next to nothing by 2014!
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VEVA declares 2012 Year of the Electric Car
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 Jan 3, 2012 - Vancouver, BC. The Vancouver Electric Vehicle Association has declared 2012 the “Year of the Electric Car” for British Columbians. It’s been five years since commercial automakers announced their plans for mass production of all-electric vehicles; essential charging infrastructure and first commercial deliveries have now followed. (more ...)
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In Memoriam - Ross Granger
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| Sep 12, 2011 - Ross Granger, one of the pioneer members of VEVA passed away on September 12, 2011. He will be missed by all. Ross was always active in VEVA and enjoyed his part in promoting electric vehicles to everyone. He was one of those doers in life and an early adopter. Along with another early member, George Kathler, he converted a 1979 Dodge Omni to electric using a forklift motor. The conversion was not very fast due to low voltage, but cost only about $500. Ross helped countless times with the REV! show and the care of the 1912 Detroit Electric but became less active as his health declined. He was one of the first owners of a Toyota Prius, ordering it before they were in the showrooms. He was a good friend of George, and visited him regularly after George's stroke, bringing VEVA news and calendars. Ross also kept the members informed as to George's state of health. Ross was a likeable and easy going fellow and got along with everyone. VEVA was a big part of his retirement years and he eagerly read every VEVA newsletter, ordered every VEVA calendar and attended every REV show he could. VEVA is indebted to Ross for all of his contributions. (by Haakon MacCallum, Dave Koehn and Lawrence Harris). Photo above shows Ross examining a Miata EV prototype at REV!2009. Service will be held Monday, Sept 19, 11 am at All Saints Anglican Church, 7405 Royal Oak Avenue in Burnaby.
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City of Vancouver Announces 15 EasyPark Charging Stations
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| Jun 21, 2011 - If you have an EV you can both park and charge for the lowly sum of $1 an hour in one of several EasyPark lots in and around downtown Vancouver. The $140,000 pilot project partners the City of Vancouver with EasyPark and BC Hydro. It paves the way for the day when more of us will park and charge instead of paying for increasingly expensive gas and parking. (more ...)
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Come to the Monthly VEVA Meeting
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 The next official meeting is Wed May 16 at the BCIT Electrical building SE1 cafeteria at 7:30pm (map).
AGENDA: John Stonier will demo his Porsche conversion in a sequel to his presentation last month. Come see not just that it ticks, but how it ticks.PAST MEETINGS
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Battery Chemistries Compared
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 Battery Chemistries have been announced that promise 400 watt-hours per kg and at half the cost. Maybe we shouldn't hold our breath and be content with the 100-150 watt-hours per kg energy density that we are getting with our lithium batteries today.
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Events Calendar
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Our Community EVents
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Sat Jun 2 (all day)
West Vancouver Centennial Day
Location: West Vancouver, Waterfront West of Ambleside Park
Sponsor: District of West Vancouver
[Link]
Contact: Bruce Stout
at 604-929-6782
On SATURDAY June 2nd, 2012 the Municipality of West Vancouver will present a Celebration of 100 years of West Vancouver. This event takes place at several locations in the community and should attract thousands of visitors. On Argyle street between 13th 1nd 14th Avenue there will be a display of approximately 100 vintage and antique vehicles. This represents 100 years of vehicle transportation in the community.
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Sat Jun 9 (10AM to 3PM)
Electrafest
Location: Vancouver, Concord Pacific Place
Sponsor: VEVA
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Come see, touch, feel, and not smell the best show of EVs in North America. FREE ADMISSION.
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Wed Jun 13 to Sun Jun 17 '12 (Wed-Fri 10-9, Sat 10-7, Sun 11-6)
Tesla Model S Beta Prototype Tour
Location: Vancouver, Pacific Centre, Guest Services/ Bell Kiosk, 701 W Georgia
Sponsor: Tesla Motors
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Model S is the world's first premium electric sedan.
Designed from the ground up as an electric car, Model S provides an unprecedented driving range of up to 300 miles and can accelerate from 0 to 60 in 5.6 seconds without burning a drop of gasoline.
Built around the driver, Model S features a 17" touchscreen and seating for up to seven.
The Beta version is a 90% production intent prototype of the Model S.
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Sat Jul 14 to Sun Jul 15 '12 (10AM to 4PM)
Stave Lake Powerhouse Visitors Centre - Christmas in July
Location: Mission, Stave Lake Powerhouse Visitors Centre, 31338 Dewdney Trunk Rd.
Sponsor: BC Hydro
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Come see where the Detroit lives. Please bring a food donation to get in for FREE.
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Sat Aug 11 (10-4 pm)
Stave Lake Powerhouse 100th Birthday
Location: Mission, Stave Lake Powerhouse Visitors Centre, 31338 Dewdney Trunk Rd.
Sponsor: BC Hydro
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Come see where the Detroit lives and get some free birthday cake. Free admission that day.
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LIVE NEWS  via EVWORLD.COM
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Mercedes-Benz Reportedly Developing Two Fuel Cell Models
15 May 2012
Automotive News reports that the second model will likely be a large Sedan or SUV. more ...
Will Dropping Fuel Prices Negatively Impact Electric Car Sales?
15 May 2012
Despite falling prices and dearth of public charging stations, electric cars like the Volt are still selling in Savannah, Georgia. more ...
Hertz, IBM Launch Smart Charging Initiative in Germany
15 May 2012
Hertz On Demand in Germany will supply electric vehicles to the car share fleet used by IBM employees to drive between Stuttgart Airport and the company's campus more ...
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EV FAQt
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An EV creates no pollution where there are mostly renewable energy sources and it has been shown that even when fossil-fuel is burned to generate electricity EVs result is a cleaner environment. Link
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A 1912 Production Electric Car
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Shown above is VEVA's 1912 Detroit Electric.
This car was owned by Mrs. Florence French of Victoria, BC from 1912
till the 1950s. It was driven regularly until the mid-1950s.
Electric cars were popular with the ladies due to the ease of starting,
quietness and smoke-free cleanliness. The original Nickel-Iron batteries
were replaced in the late 1990s because the cases were deteriorated - but
they still worked fine!
View a photo of the Detroit at home in the
Stave Falls BC Hydro powerhouse museum, also built in 1912! It's near Mission, BC at
31338 Dewdney Trunk Road. Call ahead at 604-462-1222 for hours.
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A 2012 Production Electric Car
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As of 2012, 100 years after the Detroit Electric rolled off the assembly line,
The Nissan LEAF electric car is now in production in Japan. As of 2012, it is
the world's best selling electric car. The LEAF has a real-world range
of 100-160 km, depending on road conditions and driving style. With charging
stations being installed at a great rate starting in 2012, including some planned
Level 3 chargers which provide an adequate charge from empty in less then an hour,
this is the pure electric with the most promise for the masses.
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Life After GM - Bob Lutz Makes Extra Large EVs
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| Feb 4, 2012 - Now like Tim Hortons, VIA Motors is making Extra Large size EVs. These are your favorite North American work pickup trucks and vans built new with a 40-mile plug-in range and, and just like the Chevy Volt, there's a gas generator in there for extended range. Powertrain warranties are 8 years. We guess that makes the Smart EV an Extra Small. (more ...)
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Building EV Charging Infrastructure from the Perspective of the IBEW
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| Oct 7, 2011 - Shown is a joint effort between the NECA-IBEW team, Portland State University and Portland Gas and Electric. (more ...)
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West Coast Green Highway Proposed
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 Jul 21, 2011 - The hydrogen highway may become a non-starter due to lack of practical H2 vehicles and now that Nissan and Mitsubishi are behind the CHAdeMO Level 3 proposal. (more ...)
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Nesting Doll EV - a Strange Dream?
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| May 8, 2011 - An extended range EV with an electric trike nested inside that charges as you drive? A Chinese company has come up with this incredible combination. You can drive your car to somewhere parkable, then hop on your fully-charged tricycle and go the rest of the way to your office. Will it be in our commuter future or will it be the Amphicar of this century? (more ...)
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Government of Quebec Legislates EVs
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| Feb 23, 2011 - The province of Quebec has announced legislative support for the manufacturing of components for EVs, develop its charging infrastructure, support the public transit agencies which are looking towards electric transportation and encourage its residents to consider electric and hybrid vehicles. Imagine for an instant what electric vehicles would mean to Quebec families. A gas tank fill is on average $60. For an equivalent distance with an electric vehicle, the cost would be less than $10. Quebec is well positioned to pursue electric vehicles. Quebec has proven expertise in electric vehicles and is the fourth largest producer of hydro electricity in the world,
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Range-Extending Trailer Charges Your EV, Carries Your Gear
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| Nov 3, 2010 - Wired - A company in Wakarusa, Indiana, has designed a self-propelled trailer that contains an electric generator and batteries that keep an EV charged. In addition, it always propels itself with an internal 240V DC motor to match the car’s speed so there is no stress on the EV. (more ...)
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Toyota readies electric car offensive
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| Sep 13, 2010 - Detroit - Toyota will offer a plug-in version of its Prius positioned to be the cheapest green car of its kind by 2012 and could have two electric cars in the U.S. market by that time, executives said on Monday. In addition, Toyota plans to add six hybrid vehicles to its global lineup by 2012, an increase that would give it a total of 20 models that use batteries and regenerative braking to extend fuel economy like its market-leading Prius. (more ...)
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