Tag: USA
NASCAR charges ahead: Daytona Beach installs 30 new EV chargers
NASCAR installed 30 EV chargers at its Daytona Beach HQ, supporting its goal to reach zero carbon emissions by 2035.The chargers, provided by FPL and ABB, will aid in the transition to electric fleet...
Trump’s Energy Order and NEVI Funding: Here’s what we know
NEVI funds already allocated to states cannot be easily reclaimed - $3 billion impactThere has been no direct federal instruction to slow or halt ongoing NEVI projects; the funds will likely remain available unless...
FHWA awards enormous $635 million to fund the US EV revolution across 27 states
FHWA awarded $635 million to expand EV charging and fuelling infrastructure across 27 states, Tribal nations, and D.C.Funding supports 42 community and 7 corridor projects, including initiatives in Oklahoma, Alabama, and key highway corridors.The...
GSA expands EV charging at Atlanta Federal Center with $1.7M investment
GSA invests $1.7M in EV infrastructure at Atlanta’s Sam Nunn Federal Center, adding 112 charging ports by fall 2025.The project supports federal goals to transition the world’s largest vehicle fleet to all-electric by 2035.The...
EVgo expands EV charging network at Meijer stores in the Midwest
EVgo and Meijer are adding up to 480 fast-charging stalls across six Midwest states to support EV adoption.Meijer has reduced carbon emissions by 50% while EVgo expands with a $1.05 billion loan guarantee.The partnership...
Li-Cycle secures $475m loan from U.S. Department of Energy to develop EV battery recycling facility
Marking the first loan facility from the U.S. Department of Energy to be allocated to a lithium-ion battery recycling company, Li-Cycle has been granted a loan of up to $475 million to assist in...
Hawai‘i opens second NEVI-funded EV charging station at Aloha Tower
Hawai‘i opens its second NEVI-funded EV charging station, supporting zero-emission transportation at O‘ahu’s Aloha Tower.The station offers four 150-kW chargers; rates are $0.44/kWh daytime and $0.57/kWh overnight.With HDOT and federal support, Hawai‘i advances EV...
Costco and Electric Era partnership brings more fast chargers to the U.S.
Washington-based electric vehicle charging startup firm, Electric Era, has opened its first charging location based at a Costco Wholesale site, also located in the state of Washington.Electric Era has already partnered with a growing...
U.S. offers $1bn loan to EVgo, to build 7,500 more fast chargers across the country
The U.S. Department of Energy has offered American CPO, EVgo, a conditional loan of up to $1.05 billion, through the 'Clean Energy Financing' program of the department's Loan Programs Office.If the deal is finalised,...
The new Bronco: Kindred electrifies the all-American classic
The Kindred EV Bronco, debuted at Monterey Car Week, combines retro style with modern luxury for $225,000.It features a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system with an 80kWh battery, producing 402 horsepower and 492 lb-ft torque.The redesigned...
Ford CEO promises profitable EVs, but warns that it’s time for America to downsize
Ford plans an affordable and profitable $30,000 all-electric vehicle, shifting away from large SUVs to compact models.CEO urges Americans to embrace smaller cars for EV success and profitability.Ford benefits from high tariffs on Chinese...
LA is going EV with major new on-street charging infrastructure initiative
AmpUp and EVSE are installing 150 streetlight-mounted Level 2 EV chargers in LA, reducing costs and risks.LABSL manages this initiative, aiming to install 10,000 EV chargers and switch to energy-efficient LED bulbs.The project aligns...
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Volvo gets $208M boost to ramp up U.S. electric truck production
Volvo Technology of America receives $208 million grant from the Energy Department to accelerate U.S. electric truck production.Funding supports Volvo Group’s facilities in Pennsylvania and Virginia, advancing their transition to zero-emission manufacturing.Initiative aims to...
The Biden administration pumps $1.7 billion into US EV production plants
The Biden administration is granting $1.7 billion to boost electric vehicle manufacturing in eight key battleground states.Major carmakers like GM and Fiat Chrysler will use funds to create and retain thousands of union jobs.These...
Dallas teams up with Ford Pro to electrify city fleet
The City of Dallas partners with Ford Pro to transition their 5,400 vehicle fleet to electric by 2040.Ford Pro installs charging stations and provides software to optimise charging, saving the city money on energy.This...
U.S. government pumps millions into EV supplier shift
The U.S. government is investing over 100 million dollars to help auto suppliers shift to electric vehicle production, boosting the EV industry's momentum.The Department of Energy's 50 million dollar grants, plus 50 million from...
Big shots and rising stars: Unveiling the players charging the U.S. scene
Guest Editor: Max Reznichenko, Partner, Emobility Practice, CodiblyAs of February 2024, the U.S. has surged ahead with 61,693 public charging locations and 164,236 connectors, a testament to the accelerating EV revolution. California leads the...
U.S. has paid $580 Million for EV tax credits so far this year
$580 Million paid for EV tax credits in the U.S. this year.IRS receives 100,000 Point-of-Sale EV reports since January 1st.$7,500 tax credit for new electric car buyers in the U.S. gains significant popularity.The IRS...
Einride makes history with North America’s largest electric heavy-duty freight charging site
Einride unveils North America's largest electric heavy-duty freight charging site in Los Angeles.Strategically located near Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Lynwood Station boasts 65 chargers.Collaboration with Voltera advances US freight system toward...
California powers on, surpassing 100,000 public chargers
California charges ahead with 100,000+ public EV chargers, alongside 500,000 at-home stations.Approved funding boosts California's charging network, with over 50% directed to communities impacted by pollution.25% of new car sales in California are zero-emission...
Polestar 3 production commences on dual fronts: China and the USA
Polestar 3 production starts in Chengdu, China, and sets sights on the USA.CEO Thomas Ingenlath emphasises the transformative milestone for Polestar's three-car lineup.Production in South Carolina, USA, marks a significant move, aligning with Polestar's...
Illinois is powering tomorrow’s drive, leading the American charge
Illinois powers up with a 60% surge in EV registrations, signalling a shift toward sustainable mobility - mandate-free.Illinoisans snap up the $4,000 rebate offer, fuelling EV purchases and highlighting growing demand.With an investment of...
Major players in the US truck sector form PACT to push for electric HGV infrastructure
Daimler Truck NA, Volvo Group, and Navistar establish PACT for USA's electric commercial vehicle infrastructure.PACT focuses on open advocacy, educating stakeholders about charging challenges without direct installation.Challenges include the need for 700,000 chargers by...
Billion-dollar boost: EPA fuels clean school buses in the U.S.
Over 2,700 electric and low-emission vehicles are headed to 280 school districts across 37 states.Ditching diesel for electric buses looks to protect the health of 7 million children, especially in low-income and rural communities.Grants...
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