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Phoenix666 [soylentnews.org] writes:

General Motors has announced AeroVironment's EVSE-RS wall unit [newatlas.com] as the official home charger for the upcoming all-electric Bolt [newatlas.com], promising a charge around five times faster than the regular wall plug.

California-based AeroVironment [newatlas.com] specializes in unmanned aircraft and electric vehicle charging systems, having worked with Nissan on the home charging station for the Leaf EV.

The EVSE-RS will be an official GM part, and buyers will be able to order it through their local Chevrolet dealership. The 32-amp Level 2 unit should be able to charge the Bolt around five times faster than the regular wall plug, which takes approximately 9 hours. The unit can also be used inside or outside, opening it up to EV owners who don't have a fully enclosed garages.

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