After an initial test phase at a location in Tennessee, Murphy Oil USA and Eaton will evaluate ways to expand the program and use the combined capabilities of their organizations to help make charging stations [image-nocss] widely available.
"Murphy Oil USA is committed to being a pioneer and early adopter of alternative fuels and green energy. Through our collaboration with Eaton, we are paving the way for development of the infrastructure leading to adoption and expanded of use of electric vehicles," said Hank Heithaus, president of retail marketing at Murphy Oil USA.
The collaboration will attempt to address the "range anxiety" electric vehicle drivers currently face due to the limited availability and visibility of installed and operating charging stations. The demonstration project will ultimately include Murphy Oil USA's installation and use of Eaton's DC Quick Chargers, based upon the company's well recognized quality and safety records as well as the reach of its service organization.
"Eaton is focused on creating innovative and affordable technologies that help customers reduce their impact on the environment," said Richard Stinson, president of power distribution operations for the Americas, Eaton's electrical sector. "Eaton offers a complete line of electric vehicle chargers for residential and industrial application and has a presence in communities across North America. We are excited about collaborating with Murphy Oil USA to deliver this clean technology within an environment that the consumers are very comfortable with."
Eaton has developed electrical and hybrid power systems for trucks and buses for more than 20 years. It offers hybrid-electric, as well as two hybrid hydraulic system technologies, and the charging and networked charging infrastructure for commercial and residential applications. Its electrical business is a global leader in power distribution, power quality, control and industrial automation products and services.
A diversified power management company with 2009 sales of $11.9 billion, Cleveland-based Eaton is a global technology leader in electrical components and systems for power quality, distribution and control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety.
Murphy Oil USA, part of El Dorado, Ark. based Murphy Oil Corp., is a leading provider of quality fuels and convenience store services in the United States operating under the Murphy USA and Murphy Express brands. It also owns and operates a network of 12 terminals that provide, along with third-party terminals, fuel supply to retail and branded wholesale stations throughout 24 states.
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