Recharge at Zion National Park
Zion National Park recently installed several ClipperCreek electric vehicle charging stations. Stuart Irwin, Business Operations Manager for ClipperCreek attended the ribbon cutting ceremony and took the pictures below.
The following is an article about the new charging stations, which was published in The Spectrum.
Zion, Pipe Spring join push for electric cars
David DeMille 4:46 p.m. MDT April 26, 2015
Visitors can now join Zion National Park rangers in an effort to promote clean air and clear skies by taking the wheel behind an electric vehicle to visit the park.
Park officials from Zion and Pipe Spring National Monument joined with local elected leaders Saturday to celebrate the opening of two new level-two electric vehicle charging stations at the entrance to the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center, part of a larger project that will eventually include 10 stations located throughout Zion and Pipe Spring. Zion has also acquired two plug-in hybrid electric vehicles for use within the park, with another one acquired by Pipe Spring, all through a grant program offered through the U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities National Parks Initiative.
“As the National Park Service enters its Centennial in 2016, with the theme “Find Your Park,” we look forward to a sustainable and environmentally conscientious second century,” said Jeff Bradybaugh, superintendent at Zion. “By partnering with Utah Clean Cities Coalition, Zion helps visitors find their park in an energy efficient way by installing electric vehicle charging stations.”
The program is the first of its kind to be offered at Utah’s popular national parks, joining a larger nationwide effort to encourage cleaner alternative fuel vehicles. Since 2010, the Clean Cities National Parks Initiative has helped 27 parks across the country to adopt new alternative fuel vehicles, lowering petroleum use and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, said Utah Clean Cities Executive Director Robin Erickson.
“It is our pleasure to partner with Utah’s parks on projects like these, moving forward the National Park Service’s mission to conserve our national treasures for the enjoyment and education of all,” she said.
To use park charging stations, visitors will need to purchase a code at the Zion Natural History Association desk inside visitor centers during operational hours. The $5 code is valid for 3 days, and can be used at all Zion National Park public charging stations.
This weekend marked the end of National Parks Week, a week full of informational presentations, public celebrations and other events tied to the National Parks Service’s efforts to reconnect with residents and reach out to new audiences.
The NPS also released an annual analysis on the parks visitation numbers showing the importance of the parks to southwest Utah’s economy.
More than 5.2 million visitors spent an estimated $336.8 million while visiting Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Pipe Springs National Monument, supporting nearly 5,000 jobs and $152.8 million in labor income, according to the report.
Statewide, Utah’s national parks accounted for some $1.1 billion in economic impact over the course of the year, according to the report, with the state showing a 19 percent increase in visitor spending and an 11 percent increase in total visitation over the previous year.
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Get more information on Zion National Park at http://www.nps.gov/zion/index.htm, or visit http://www.nps.gov/pisp/index.htm for more information on Pipe Spring National Monument.
Recharge yourself and your electric car at The Aerie Bed and Breakfast in New Bern, NC
Guests of The Aerie Bed and Breakfast in New Bern, NC are now able to charge their electric cars while they visit. Innkeepers Michael and Marty Gunhus recently added two electric vehicle charging stations to their long list of amenities offered at the beautiful B&B.
“The charging stations are for everyone. Guests get free use of them, non-guests will be charged a nominal fee,” said Liz Pike, Assistant Innkeeper. “In addition to wanting to take advantage of the offer from Tesla for Select Registry members, we like to set ourselves apart as the premier bed and breakfast in New Bern, and certainly the Eastern North Carolina region. Our guests enjoy our high standards as we cater to their every need. This is just another way of providing for them so they can enjoy their stay, and return often.”
The Aerie Bed and Breakfast installed one Tesla Wall Connector and one ClipperCreek HCS-40 on a pedestal mount, pictured below. The stations were just installed and at the time of this writing had not been used yet. “We’re anxious to see it in action, and will take photos and share them asap when it happens! Posting the announcement on Facebook has excited our guests who are looking forward to using them upon a return stay with us,” said Pike.
“We’re honored to be on the cutting edge here in Eastern North Carolina to provide this service for guests and travelers!” The Aerie Bed and Breakfast is located at 509 Pollock Street in New Bern, NC. If you’re in the area with your EV stop in for a visit and get recharged.
About ClipperCreek Products: ClipperCreek products are Made in America, compatible with every plug-in vehicle, and automotive supply chain certified. As a leading supplier of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for 20 years, millions of electric vehicle charge sessions have relied on ClipperCreek. Unparalleled quality, reliability, and superior customer service are core values at ClipperCreek. Visit the ClipperCreek Online Store where we offer the widest variety of charging stations in the market. Buy our products or locate detailed information about our products, including product brochures, installation manuals and pricing at ClipperCreek.com. Our customer service team is available to assist you with any questions you may have Monday-Friday from 8-5 PST. You can reach them at 530-887-1674
About The Aerie Bed and Breakfast: The Aerie Bed and Breakfast is located in the historic district of downtown New Bern, NC. They are just one block from Tryon Place, where the Governor lived during Colonial times. They are within 2 blocks of the waterfron, the center of town, and the Pepsi museum. To learn more about them, visit their website at www.aeriebedandbreakfast.com. You can also call them at 800-849-5553 or email them at info@aeriebedandbreakfast.com.
ClipperCreek Attends Formula E
Stacey Barhydt, ClipperCreek’s Engineering and Production Project Manager, attended the sixth round of Formula E races in Long Beach last weekend with her husband, Andy. There are 11 races total; the next race takes place May 9 in Monte Carlo, Monaco. View the calendar for the Formula E races here.
Formula E is a new FIA single-seater championship and the world’s first fully-electric racing series. There is a total of 10 teams with two drivers each. Formula E promotes three core values of Energy, Environment and Entertainment. “The first thing I noticed was that it was very laid back and family-friendly! It seemed like kind of a California Picnic attitude throughout the whole day,” said Barhydt. “Kids did not need earmuffs and there was no smell of fuel; just clean ocean air. The Formula E cars sound exactly like large remote control cars, and it was hard to tell when they were coming, but that actually made it more exciting. Because Formula E cars are so quiet, except when they are right in front of you, it means that you can easily have a conversation with everyone around you without having to shout at all.”
“We sat at Turn 6 which I think were the best seats in the house,” said Barhydt. See a video of the First Official Lap at Long Beach here. Top speeds can be as high as 225 mph. “The first season’s race rules limit the power that can be used by drivers. The power output can be temporarily increased for 5 seconds per car for the drivers with FanBoost.” FanBoost allows fans to vote online for their favorite drivers. The three drivers with the most votes right before the race get a speed boost during the race.
To learn more about Formula E racing visit their website at http://www.fiaformulae.com/
Additional videos of the Formula E can be seen here: Long Beach laps and BMW-i8 ride alongs
Salt River Project installs ClipperCreek charging stations for public use
The Salt River Project in Tempe, AZ, recently installed two ClipperCreek Level 2 charging stations for public use. The charging stations are located across from the Phoenix Zoo and offer free charging for electric vehicles.
They have also installed 20 ClipperCreek EV charging stations in their new parking garage for employees as well as additional charging stations that will be used for their fleet vehicles.
The units are the ClipperCreek HCS-40 and the ones for public use are listed on the Plugshare app with user photos.
About the Salt River Project: The Salt River Project is a community-based nonprofit utility and the largest provider of electricity in the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area, serving about 990,000 customers. It is also the largest provider of water to the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, delivering about 800,000 acre-feet annually to agricultural, urban and municipal water users.
About ClipperCreek Products: ClipperCreek products are Made in America, compatible with every plug-in vehicle, and automotive supply chain certified. As a leading supplier of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for 20 years, millions of electric vehicle charge sessions have relied on ClipperCreek. Unparalleled quality, reliability, and superior customer service are core values at ClipperCreek. Visit the ClipperCreek Online Store where we offer the widest variety of charging stations in the market. Buy our products or locate detailed information about our products, including product brochures, installation manuals and pricing at ClipperCreek.com. Our customer service team is available to assist you with any questions you may have Monday-Friday from 8-5 PST. You can reach them at 530-887-1674
New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Old Edwards Inn
The spectacular Old Edwards Inn and Spa, located in Highlands, NC recently added two electric vehicle charging stations to the list of amenities offered to their guests. Marjorie Christiansen, a spokeswoman for the inn, said that a Tesla Wall Connector EV charging station and a ClipperCreek HCS-60 charging station were installed in February. “The stations have been active for a little over a month, and the feedback we have received has been very positive.”
“We pride ourselves in being a four-star resort while also being responsible stewards of Earth and taking whatever steps we can to help offset our carbon footprint,” said Christiansen. “Also, we appreciate the opportunity to partner with a respected company like Tesla, who shares a common demographic audience and is having an impressive impact on sustainable transportation.”
About ClipperCreek Products: ClipperCreek products are Made in America, compatible with every plug-in vehicle, and automotive supply chain certified. As a leading supplier of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for 20 years, millions of electric vehicle charge sessions have relied on ClipperCreek. Unparalleled quality, reliability, and superior customer service are core values at ClipperCreek. Visit the ClipperCreek Online Store where we offer the widest variety of charging stations in the market. Buy our products or locate detailed information about our products, including product brochures, installation manuals and pricing at ClipperCreek.com. Our customer service team is available to assist you with any questions you may have Monday-Friday from 8-5 PST. You can reach them at 530-887-1674
About The Old Edwards Inn & Spa: The Old Edwards Inn & Spa is located in Highlands, NC, in the North Carolina mountains. They were recently named the #5 Top Hotel in the U.S. by TripAdvisor. You can reach them at 866-526-8008 or visit their website at http://www.oldedwardsinn.com.
King’s Cottage B&B adds new EV Charging Stations
King’s Cottage Bed & Breakfast recently installed two Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations at their location in Lancaster, PA and shared photos with ClipperCreek. One station is a Tesla Wall Connector and the other is the ClipperCreek HCS-40 and they are mounted on the same pedestal.
“We are a Select Registry Member and they partnered with Tesla to provide these stations,” said King’s Cottage Innkeeper, Ann Willets. “We chose to use a ClipperCreek station as well as the Tesla station. We are so glad you had a pedestal that would handle both types available for us to use.”
The stations are available for their guests to use.
About ClipperCreek Products: ClipperCreek products are Made in America, compatible with every plug-in vehicle, and automotive supply chain certified. As a leading supplier of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for 20 years, millions of electric vehicle charge sessions have relied on ClipperCreek. Unparalleled quality, reliability, and superior customer service are core values at ClipperCreek. Visit the ClipperCreek Online Store where we offer the widest variety of charging stations in the market. ClipperCreek products are manufactured in Auburn, CA, USA. Buy our products or locate detailed information about our products, including product brochures, installation manuals and pricing at ClipperCreek.com.Our customer service team is available to assist you with any questions you may have Monday-Friday from 8-5 PST. You can reach them at 530-887-1674
About King’s Cottage Bed & Breakfast: King’s Cottage Bed & Breakfast is located in Lancaster, PA, “at the crossroads of town and country.” The owners and innkeepers, Janis Kutterer and Ann Willets offer personal service to help their guests discover the ‘real’ Lancaster. They also prepare and serve delicious gourmet breakfasts! You can reach them at 717-397-1017 or visit their website at www.kingscottagebb.com.
ClipperCreek Announces Availability of LCS-20P Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Station at $395
ClipperCreek Announces Availability of LCS-20P Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Station at $395
Most popular Level 2 EV charging station now available with four NEMA plug styles
Auburn, CA – Availability of ClipperCreek LCS-20P Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Station at $395 — Today ClipperCreek announced immediate availability of its popular LCS-20 EV charging station with a plug, previously available only as a hardwired unit.
Click Here to TWEET THIS: ClipperCreek LCS-20P released: Level 2 EV Charging Stations now starting at $379 hardwired and $395 with 4 plug options! http://ctt.ec/Afd4j+
“The LCS-20 is the most reliable Level 2 charging station on the market and was the first to break the $400 price barrier, making it affordable for EV owners to charge quickly. The plug-in LCS-20P ensures even more EV owners can enjoy Level 2 charging inexpensively,” said Jason France, President and Founder of ClipperCreek. “As the popularity of moveable charging stations has increased, customers have been asking for a plug-in version at the LCS-20 price point and we are proud to continue to be the leader in high value EVSE products,” said France. The LCS-20P is offered at $395 and the original LCS-20 hardwire unit is now offered at $379.
Positive Customer Impact “The LCS-20P now comes with the four most common residential 240V supply power plugs. Some customers will be able to use an existing receptacle and it will cost virtually nothing to install. If a customer does not have a pre-existing receptacle, a licensed electrician can wire one in,” said Will Barrett, ClipperCreek Sales Manager. “At ClipperCreek we use long cables in all our charging stations, potentially saving our customers more money. Plus it’s nice to be able to reach your electric vehicle in more than one location or reach a friend’s vehicle. The cable wraps around the unit to keep it off the floor and our units come with a very durable, low-profile holster to hold the connector close to the wall and out of the way. ClipperCreek stations require no assembly, just mount it to the wall, connect power and start charging.”
Christopher Alan, EV industry expert and publisher of Electric Car Insider Magazine commented on the LCS-20 recently saying, “A couple thoughtful design features make it clear that ClipperCreek designers have enough experience to understand the little details that make the charger easier to use. The company’s reputation for reliability is well deserved. This reporter’s experience with two ClipperCreek units, an LCS-25 and an HCS-60, has been that they operate flawlessly. Neither has ever had ever so much as a hiccup and have never required a reset or any other attention. The LCS-20 is made in America, has ETL Certification and comes with a 3 year warranty.” To read more about what Alan said about the LCS-20, click here.
Availability of ClipperCreek LCS-20P Plug-in Electric Vehicle Charging Station The ClipperCreek LCS-20P Plug-in Electric Vehicle Charging Station at $395 is available for purchase immediately at www.clippercreek.com or by calling the ClipperCreek customer service center at 530-887-1674. For more information on the ClipperCreek LCS-20P Plug-in Electric Vehicle Charging Station at $395:
- LCS-20P with NEMA L6-30 plug
- LCS-20P with NEMA 14-30 plug
- LCS-20P with NEMA 14-50 plug
- LCS-20P with NEMA 6-50 plug
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About ClipperCreek: Founded in 2006, ClipperCreek is a worldwide leader in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). The company offers a wide range of products designed to be the safest, most innovative, and grid-ready EV charging stations on the market. ClipperCreek advances the plug-in vehicle market and broadens the acceptance of the most exciting vehicle revolution in a century. The industry pioneers at ClipperCreek build more than 20 years of real world EV charging expertise into every EVSE they manufacture. All ClipperCreek products are Made in America. For more information visit www.clippercreek.com.
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Honda: New, two-year used Fit EV lease offered to prospective customers
Honda Introduces New Lease Options for Existing and Prospective Fit EV Lessees
- Two-year Fit EV lease extension offered to existing lessees
- New, two-year used Fit EV lease offered to prospective customers
- Price reduced to $199 a month; no down payment and unlimited mileage, routine maintenance and collision coverage included
Honda is extending the reach of its efficient and fun-to-drive all-electric Fit EV (http://automobiles.honda.com/fit-ev/) through new lease programs for both existing and prospective Fit EV customers. For current, eligible Fit EV customers, Honda is offering a two-year lease extension that includes a lower $199 monthly payment1 (previously $259) and extends the unlimited mileage, routine maintenance and collision coverage1 that were included in the original lease. The reduced lease price and matching two-year terms1 will also be available to new customers interested in driving a used Honda Fit EV. Honda shared the news to a group of Fit EV drivers at an event hosted at the Honda Smart Home US (http://www.hondasmarthome.com/) in Davis, CA on Saturday, March 21.
“Most Fit EV drivers tell us they love their vehicles, and many have requested lease extensions and this extended lease program is intended to meet their needs,” said Steve Center, vice president of the Environmental Business Development Office, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “We’re very confident in how the vehicles are performing, and look forward to offering new and existing customers a chance to experience everything the Fit EV has to offer.”
The Honda Fit EV is among the most efficient 5-passenger electric vehicles on the market with a combined adjusted Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mile-per-gallon-equivalency rating of 118 MPGe2, an EPA-rated driving range of 82 miles2, and a super-efficient energy-consumption rating of 29 kilowatt hours (kWh) per 100 miles. When connected to a 240-volt circuit, the Fit EV battery can be recharged in less than three hours3.
Lessees will be contacted by Honda prior to lease end for additional details about lease extensions. Fit EV customers also can take advantage of Honda’s partnership with SolarCity (http://www.hondasolarcity.com/) to install solar power with no upfront cost, allowing them to recharge their vehicle with clean, affordable power from the sun.
Honda Environmental Leadership
Based on its vision of “Blue Skies for our Children,” Honda is taking a comprehensive approach to reducing the environmental impact of its products, advancing fuel efficiency, low emissions and fun-to-drive performance with new powertrain technologies from its Earth Dreams Technology™ lineup, which includes more fuel-efficient engines and transmissions and advanced electromotive technologies. Honda will offer several next-generation, advanced powertrain vehicles, including a new battery-electric model and plug-in hybrid model by 2018 and plans further application of its two- and three-motor hybrid systems in the years to come. Together, these vehicles will offer significant sales volume, enabling Honda to bring ultra-low carbon transportation to consumers in the U.S.
Honda is also demonstrating its vision for zero-carbon mobility and living with the creation of the Honda Smart Home US, in Davis, California, which was opened in early 2014 and is capable of producing more energy on-site from renewable sources than it consumes annually, including enough energy to power a Honda Fit EV for daily commuting.
1 Subject to limited availability in designated market regions on approved credit through American Honda Finance Corp. Closed end lease for used 2013 or 2014 Honda Fit EV for well-qualified lessees. Not all applicants will qualify. No purchase option at lease end. Original MSRP $37,415 (includes destination). Total monthly payments $4,776.00. Excludes tax, title, license, registration, options and insurance. Zero capitalized cost reduction. Lessee responsible for non-routine maintenance, excessive wear/damage. Lease includes collision coverage, routine maintenance, roadside assistance and navigation system updates.
2 132/105/118 city/highway/combined miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe) rating; 82 mile combined (city/highway) driving range rating (adjusted). Ratings determined by U.S. EPA. Your MPGe and range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visithttp://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-electric-label.shtml.
3 From low-charge indicator illumination point to full charge.
ClipperCreek EV Charger at the Twin Cities Auto Show
Jukka Kukkonen, the founder of PlugInConnect, a Minnesota based electric vehicle market and technology consulting firm, displayed a ClipperCreek charging station at their booth at the Twin Cities Auto Show March 7-15 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
PIC offers training and consulting in the areas of EV market and technologies, charging infrastructure, renewable charging solutions, Vehicle to Grid (V2G) technologies, commercial plug-in vehicles, and EV related product and business strategies. You can find out more about PlugInConnect on their website.
Jukka works very hard to promote the EV industry as well as ClipperCreek – thanks, Jukka!
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