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NewsMarch 16, 2020

Samsung Reports Solid-State Battery Breakthrough

Samsung says it has built a battery that has a 500-mile range and can be recharged over 1,000 times. The technology is not planned for market anytime soon.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherFebruary 24, 2020

Understanding Webasto’s Modular Battery System

When you step onto the show floor at The Work Truck Show 2020, you may ask yourself – who on earth brought a Ford Mustang to a truck show? And why? Hint: It's all about the power.

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ProductsOctober 22, 2019

Eaton Launches Power Distribution Unit for Electrified Commercial Trucks

Eaton's new Flex Power Distribution Unit (PDU)  is designed to handle multiple load requirements for high-voltage electrified commercial vehicles.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsOctober 17, 2019

Electroeconomics: The Macroeconomics of Electric Trucks

Find out why an electric truck or van may be on your comparative shopping list in the near future.

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Newsby StaffOctober 16, 2019

Holman Parts Distribution Wins Recycling Award

Holman Parts Distribution has been named among the 15 winners of the U.S. Department of Energy's Battery Recycling Prize based on a proposal to solve the current challenges associated with collecting, sorting, storing, and transporting discarded lithium-ion batteries for recycling.

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Newsby StaffAugust 19, 2019

EV Battery Development to Drive Adoption

Overall vehicle costs and perceptions of battery lifespan regarding battery-electric vehicles are some of the biggest barriers to EV adoption for dealers and consumers according to a report by Cox Automotive on the path to EV adoption, which also reflects trending fleet perceptions of the segment.

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ProductsMarch 28, 2017

Solar Dash Charging System

The Solar Dash Charging System is a portable 20-watt solar panel that keeps batteries charged and counteracts the effects of parasitic loads on a battery.

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ArticlesCover StoryMarch 6, 2017

Electrical Systems: Proactive Measures for Protection

In part two of this six-part series, tips for maintaining electrical systems are shared, including helpful tools and best practices for battery maintenance and replacement.

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Articlesby Martin RomjueOctober 16, 2015

Battery Enhancer Can Lead To Long-Term Cost Savings

OCT. LCT: The Canadus HD-1224 desulfator prolongs vehicle battery life while making electrical parts more durable.

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ArticlesJanuary 1, 2014

7 Factors to Consider When Installing a Power Inverter

Inverters can help provide an extra measure of creature comfort for truck drivers. But, there are concerns about potential damage to a truck’s electrical system. Here are seven points to keep in mind.

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