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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...
bp pulse partners with Simon Property Group to expand ultra-fast EV charging across the US
bp pulse and Simon Property Group collaborate to deploy 900+ ultra-fast EV chargers across the US by early 2026.Focus on key regions like the West Coast, East Coast, Sun Belt, and Great Lakes meeting...
Toyota joins IONNA to join major automakers in developing North America’s charging infrastructure
Toyota joins IONNA, a joint venture with seven major automakers, to expand EV charging across North America.IONNA will install 30,000 charging ports by 2030, supporting NACS and CCS standards, starting this year.Toyota's BEV lineup,...
Tesla shares shoot up 10%, despite a decline in deliveries
Tesla's Q2 vehicle deliveries fell by 5%, but smaller-than-expected decline boosted shares by over 10%.Stronger-than-expected sales in China and the US helped Tesla deliver 443,956 vehicles, surpassing Wall Street estimates.Tesla faces competition from new,...
Amplify Cell Technologies breaks ground on a new battery facility in Mississippi, creating over 2,000 jobs
Amplify Cell Technologies begins construction of a battery cell factory in Marshall County, Mississippi.The joint venture involves Accelera, Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC, PACCAR, with $2-3 billion investment.Facility to annually produce 21...
EV sales are exceeding expectations in China, yet faltering in the US and Europe
Battery electric vehicles in China are projected to exceed 50% of total sales by 2030, two years early.US and Europe face EV sales plateau due to affordability, infrastructure issues, and economic uncertainty, despite optimistic...
Volvo introduces the world’s first battery passport, stepping up sustainable transparency
Volvo introduces world's first "battery passport" for its EX90 SUV.The digital document uses blockchain to track the origin and environmental impact of the car's battery.Available to both consumers (highlights) and regulators (detailed data), it...
Verge Motorcycles expands to the US with two electric motorbike showrooms
Verge Motorcycles opens US electric motorbike stores in Los Angeles on June 1 and San Jose on June 6.Features include the advanced Starmatter platform and Starmatter Vision with multiple cameras and radar.Recent expansion includes...
U.S. Government raises tariffs on China’s electric vehicles to 100%
U.S. Government raises tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles from 25% to 100% to protect domestic production.Biden administration targets China's market dominance and subsidies, citing national security concerns.EU investigates Chinese electric car dumping, considering tariffs...
IEA’s Global EV Outlook: Electric vehicles will capture over 20% of the automotive market in 2024
IEA's Global EV Outlook predicts significant growth, with China, Europe and the US booming in electric car adoption by 2030.Electric vehicles are set to capture over 20% of the global market share in 2024.Challenges...
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...
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RIZON trucks hit the streets of California
California welcomes Daimler's RIZON trucks, advancing sustainable transport.RIZON trucks deployed across sectors, proving versatility and impact.Swift compliance with zero-emission rules, and incentives support transition.California businesses have turned to RIZON Truck for swift action on...
Houston, US, welcomes North America’s first bp pulse Gigahub with 24 fast-charging points
Introduces bp's first US Gigahub EV charging station in Houston, Texas.Featuring 24 DC fast-charging points and Tritium technology.Emphasises bp's commitment to sustainable energy and global EV infrastructure expansion.bp pulse unveils its inaugural bp pulse...
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...
Rivian joins the Tesla Supercharger network, massively expanding its charging availability
Rivian enables Tesla Supercharger access via NACS adapters, alleviating range anxiety for EV owners.Rivian integrates Superchargers into its navigation, offers free adapters initially, and expands its own charging network.Rivian's initiative enhances EV industry, integrates...
The State of Illinois allocates $50m for EV funding
Illinois continues its US-leading push for electric vehicles under its National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Programme (NEVI).The state’s Department of Transportation has opened the first round of funding opportunities to build charging stations in the...
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...
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...
8,700 U.S. car dealers embrace new point-of-sale EV tax credits with overwhelming success
8,700 U.S. dealerships join forces with the government, offering instant incentives of up to $7,500 for new and $4,000 for used EVs.Traditional tax credits transformed into instant cash incentives at the dealership, enhancing the...
Decoding the 2024 US $7,500 EV tax credit
The Inflation Reduction Act: score up to $7,500 for a new EV or $4,000 for a used one.From 2024, the new rules make it easier – buyers can now secure their EV tax credit...
The Fiat 500e is coming to North America
Fiat debuts its inaugural Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in North America, the 2024 Fiat 500e.The (500e)RED model, produced in Italy, emphasizes Fiat's sustainability mission.Available in Stellantis North America showrooms from Q1 2024.Fiat is electrifying...
Mercedes-Benz launch ultra-fast charging hub in US
Mercedez-Benz opens first charging hub in Sandy Springs, Georgia.ChargePoint deploy new 500kW ultra-fast charging stations.Site supports both CCS1 and NACS charge connections.Mercedes-Benz launches first EV charging hub in North AmericaMercedes-Benz has launched its first...
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