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In this episode, we sit down with John De Souza, Co-Founder and President of Ample, to explore how the company is transforming the electric vehicle charging landscape with innovative battery swapping technology. John shares insights on Ample's mission to make EV charging faster, more accessible, and more efficient for consumers and fleets alike. Tune in to learn about the benefits of battery swapping, the challenges in scaling this technology, and what the future holds for electric mobility.

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Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource
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Join EV Resource Podcast Host Zack Hurst in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Ian Campbell, CEO of Breathe Battery Technologies, as they explore the transformative role of software in the electric vehicle battery domain. Dr. Campbell shares insights into how advanced software not only enhances charging experiences for users but also extends the life of EV batteries and boosts their safety. 

Discover the cutting-edge innovations that are setting new standards in battery technology create a safer, more efficient future for EVs. Don't miss out on understanding the critical developments that are reshaping the landscape of electric vehicles.

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Get started with EV charging today:
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Patreon Supporters:
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource
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In this episode I'm joined by Jeffrey Kinsey and we talk about some of the nuances about Fleet EV Charging and get into why LVL2 charging is the FUTURE of EV charging.

 
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Get started with EV charging today:
Oasis Charging: https://www.oasischarging.com
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Patreon Supporters:
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource
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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

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Together with Jon Hurst and Andy Cooper, we dissect Dodge's transition from  V8 engines to its  new Dodge Charger Daytona EV.

Plus, get a sneak peek into some exciting upcoming projects like the EV ambassador certification and Oasis Charging installing a fast charger at Dominion Raceway.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Oasis Charging: https://www.oasischarging.com
Electrified Marina: https://www.electrifiedmarina.com
Upside App: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100760369-14471479
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Patreon Supporters:
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource
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Life on Record: https://www.lifeonrecord.com
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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

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Join me as I sit down with James Bell, Head of Product and Corporate Communications for Kia America, to explore the brand’s evolving identity and their ambitious electrification plans. 

We discuss insights and innovations driving Kia's journey toward an expanding EV lineup and what it means for the brand and their consumers.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Oasis Charging: http://www.oasischarging.com
Upside App: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100760369-14471479
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Patreon Supporters:
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource
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Life on Record: https://www.lifeonrecord.com
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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

https://www.ev-resource.com/Shop
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Hello friends! Join me this week as I discuss the important of thermal management in EV power systems with special guest Timothy Gotsick, VP of Technology and Innovation at MacDermid Enthone Industries.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Oasis Charging: http://www.oasischarging.com
Upside App: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100760369-14471479
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Patreon Supporters:
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource
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Life on Record: https://www.lifeonrecord.com
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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

https://www.ev-resource.com/Shop
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Hello friends! In this episode we're diving into creative approaches to EV charging at home. With installation quotes often reaching many hundreds or even thousands of dollars, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But it doesn't have to be that way! Whether you're a homeowner or a renter, cannot, will not, or can't afford the traditional methods for charging at home, this podcast is for you. I'll share practical tips and strategies to ensure you have reliable and safe charging options without breaking the bank. Tune in as we explore cost-effective alternatives and creative solutions to make home EV charging accessible for everyone.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Oasis Charging: http://www.oasischarging.com
Grizzl-E: 
SplitVolt: http://www.splitvolt.com/discount/3q?redirect=%2F%3Fafmc%3D3q

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Patreon Supporters: 
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource

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Life on Record: https://www.lifeonrecord.com
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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

https://www.ev-resource.com/Shop
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The problem with the way we've been doing EV outreach at and with events is wrong! It’s expected, unoriginal, and easily forgettable.

And at the end of the day, how much impact will talking to 30 people (who don’t really care what you have to say and only approached out of curiosity), really make? Not that much. And, if you or your organization put down money for the privilege, then honestly, it was a mistake. But worse, you spent your time and resources to set up and be present, but not really effective.
 
 Let’s be real, the mission that we all share, is to move progress forward and get more people driving more EVs. So our efforts have to be impactful. And that means that for or at events, what we do and how we do it has to engage with the attendees who are there… so how do we do this?

Well, that's what this episode is all about! 

I'm giving real ideas, some proven, some well... off the top of my head that I have no idea if they'll work or not. But definitely something to think about.
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The 2024 Electric Vehicle Festival: www.electricvehiclefest.com
The 2024 Clean Fuels Summit: www.electricvehiclefest.com/summit
ZEV Tour: www.zevtour.com
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Patreon Supporters: 
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource

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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

https://www.ev-resource.com/Shop

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In this episode of the EV Resource Podcast, returning guest Ben Nussbaum and I discuss some of the biggest challenges (and the solutions) facing fleets that are looking to transition their vehicles to alternative fuels.

I strongly encourage everyone who is a small business owner using commercial vehicles to reach out to Ben and explore what options might be available for you and your vehicles.

You can get to his webpage here: Fleet Sights

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Patreon Supporters: 
Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy Cooper
Executive Producer Tier - Christopher Lawrence, Dave Laansma
Producer Tier - Eric Weber,  Tony Stuntz

If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResource

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Instead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:

https://www.ev-resource.com/deals

I also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of other products on Amazon that I recommend:

https://www.ev-resource.com/Shop

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The Washington DC Electric Vehicle Grand Prix is a hands-on educational program for high schools in Washington DC, Maryland, Ohio and Virginia.  The competition was held on Saturday June 1, 2024 at RFK stadium.
 
For this competition student teams apply engineering, science, and math principles and strategy to construct and race battery powered electric cars. The project also helps improve their understanding of renewable energy technologies and project management while working in a team environment. Other aspects of the program involve marketing, PR and fundraising as well as logistics planning in preparation for the races.

Participation in the DCEVGP serves as an excellent opportunity for young men and women in high schools to better prepare them for their college careers in science and engineering.  The electric vehicles are single person, lightweight, aerodynamic, high efficiency, electric-motor- driven vehicles with three wheels. They must meet specific design and safety rules. They are powered by deep cycle sealed lead acid (SLA) battery packs not exceeding 33 kg (73 pounds).  

The race is held on a purpose-built closed track with a minimum length of 0.25 miles.  Speeds are software limited through the controller to insure utmost safety.  Teams drive their electrically powered vehicles as far as possible for one hour on the closed loop course using only energy stored in their batteries.  The winner of the DCEVGP is the team that covers the longest distance in the allotted hour.

This year's results:
First place: 445 - Harrisonburg High School Blue Streaks (66 laps)
Second place: 130 - Stuarts Draft High School Short Circuits (65 laps)
Third place: 554 - Harrisonburg High School Rocktown Raptors (63 laps)
Best New Team Performance: 924 - DuVal High School Tigers EV Racing
Team Safety Award: 333 - Jackson-Reed High School JR Racing
Fastest Qualifying Lap: 445 - Harrisonburg High School Blue Streaks (43.1 sec)
Best Event/Team Promotion: 782 - Wheaton HS Society of Women Engineers - 2
Best Use of 3D Printing: 657 - Sidwell Friends School SECRET
Team Sportsmanship Award: 001 - Friendship Collegiate Academy Knights
Women in Science & Eng (WISE) Award: Jamie Lewis/Emily Cleveland (Wheaton HS)
Best Vehicle Graphics Design: 459 - Eastern Technical High School Electric Mavericks
Technical Innovation Award: 445 - Harrisonburg High School Blue Streaks
Best Vehicle Workmanship: 111 - Perry Hall High School Gators
Best Team Photo: 924 - DuVal High School Tigers EV Racing
Best Team Video: 130 - Stuarts Draft High School Short Circuits
Honorable Mention (spirit of the event):  Oxon Hill High School

Website: https://globaleee.org/DCEVGP.html
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DCEVGP

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If you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. 

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