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A closer look at contactors

April 24, 2018 admin

By Jeffrey Jenkins Contactors may not be the sexiest component in an EV, but they are critical both for safety and general functioning. Basically a heavier-duty version of the relay, a contactor is used to switch power to any of the loads supplied by the traction battery in an EV. The motor drive, …read more

Source:: https://chargedevs.com/features/a-closer-look-at-contactors/

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Mission Statement

The Seattle Electric Vehicle Association is a non-profit, all volunteer association of electric vehicle owners and enthusiasts.

Our mission is to promote, the widespread adoption of electric vehicle through education, demonstration and advocacy.

SEVA is a registered 501(c) 3a and all donations are tax-deductible.

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Ten years ago 2010 there were no Nissan Leafs, Chevy Bolts, Tesla Model 3s, etc. This video by Transport Evolved looks at how the unlijley re-birht of electic cars not only happened, but has become a success during the last decade.
 

       
 
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