Plug into any power outlet with ELVIIS smart EV-charging system
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The ELVIIS cross-industry research project would enable EVs to be recharged from any available outlet
The car will then communicate with the electricity grid based on user settings to establish the best energy price
As part of the ELVIIS project, a Volvo C30 Electric has been fitted out with a 7-inch color touchscreen from which the company's "smooth charging" concept can be controlled
The car will then communicate with the electricity grid based on user settings to establish the best energy price
Drivers may one day be able to use their mobile device to select their charging plan, rather than relying on a touchscreen within the car itself
As part of the ELVIIS project, a Volvo C30 Electric has been fitted out with a 7-inch color touchscreen from which the company's "smooth charging" concept can be controlled
The system will be fitted to a total of five Volvo C30 Electric cars and tested over the course of a year
As part of the ELVIIS project, a Volvo C30 Electric has been fitted out with a 7-inch color touchscreen from which the company's "smooth charging" concept can be controlled
The system will be fitted to a total of five Volvo C30 Electric cars and tested over the course of a year
The system will be fitted to a total of five Volvo C30 Electric cars and tested over the course of a year
The car will then communicate with the electricity grid based on user settings to establish the best energy price
Drivers may one day be able to use their mobile device to select their charging plan, rather than relying on a touchscreen within the car itself
A smart system for charging electric vehicles currently under development and known as ELVIIS would allow drivers to plug their EV into any power outlet, and identify the best energy deal
Article Summary
A smart system for charging electric vehicles known as ELVIIS may leave the electric car industry all shook up - and for the better. The ELVIIS cross-industry research project would not only enable EVs to be recharged from any available outlet, but also use mobile and smart grid technology to establish the best energy deal for the consumer.
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