Last week, battery manufacturer A123 Systems explained in its corporate blog that some lithium-ion batteries are not built to withstand constant quick charging. Andy Chu, A123′s vice president of marketing and communications, states, "While some vehicles currently claim to offer 30-minute fast charge capability using these technologies, owners are urged to only use this capability sparingly to minimize battery degradation and reduced life." Then, he pivots to a sales pitch for A123's technology.

Lead by Samsung and Qualcomm Incorporated, the Alliance for Wireless Power aims to promote global standardization of a wireless power transfer technology. The group believes that wireless EV charging could bring new levels of ease and convenience to electric car drivers.

The SAE's soon-to-be unveiled Combined Charging System "integrates one-phase AC-charging, fast three-phase AC-charging, DC-charging at home and ultra-fast DC-charging at public stations into one vehicle inlet."

Mitsubishi of Canada moved a step or two closer to more convenient charging of its electric i hatchback with the installation of a DC Quick Charge station at its headquarters in Ontario.

Coulomb Technologies has now shipped its 2,400th charging station under its part DOE-funded ChargePoint America program. The no-cost residential charging stations go to qualified plug-in vehicle owners in eligible regions across the US.