By Jonathan Susser | July 3, 2021
Q: With gas prices on the rise recently — and the stress of finding gas during the shortage a couple of months ago — my family is looking to electrify more of our home gear. In particular, we’ve been considering an electric-powered fishing boat.[…]
By Jonathan Susser | April 6, 2021
Transport refrigeration units (TRUs) are mobile refrigeration systems that supply precise temperature control for perishable goods during transport and storage. These systems have traditionally been powered by a diesel internal combustion engine (ICE), but many industries are making the switch[…]
By Kristi Brodd | November 30, 2020
Press Release – November 30, 2020 – Aulander, NC Roanoke Electric Cooperative is working with Fermata Energy to pilot the first electric vehicle (EV) charging system equipment to meet the North American standard for two-way current, as verified by Underwriters[…]
By Kristi Brodd | November 1, 2020
In the early 20th century, electric vehicles (EVs) made up close to 40 percent of the U.S. vehicle market. They were smooth and easy to drive, and they silently zipped around cities. Despite their early success, though, they began to[…]
By Jonathan Susser | July 23, 2020
Although the financial, environmental and performance benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) often get the most attention, another perk is their convenience. What if, rather than having to stop at a gas station on your way home from work or an[…]
By Jonathan Susser | July 15, 2020
How many organizations and cities in North Carolina have or will soon have electric buses in their fleets? The answer is nine. Although light-duty electric vehicles (EVs) tend to get most of the fanfare, the medium- and heavy-duty electric market[…]
By Jonathan Susser | June 11, 2020
When we think of an electric vehicle (EV), we might envision a car receiving power from the electric power grid before driving off. Along the way, its battery will deplete, so it will need to be plugged in to charge[…]
By Jonathan Susser | June 1, 2020
Forklifts, or lift trucks, are used in a variety of industries — from warehousing and storage to manufacturing to big-box retail to construction — to handle materials and load, unload and transport goods. Traditionally, this equipment has run on an[…]
By Jonathan Susser | March 1, 2020
Q: I’ve seen a lot of electric lawn mowers on the market, but most seem better suited for smaller lawns. Are there battery-powered options available if I have more acreage to maintain? A: With maintaining large lots of land, the[…]
By Kristi Brodd | February 24, 2020
Transportation electrification is continuing to expand as more medium- and heavy-duty vehicles enter the market. Electric buses in particular — both transit and school buses — are hitting roads across the country as cities, schools, airports and other large organizations[…]