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An adapter for existing Volvo EVs will be provided in 2024, along with the inclusion of Tesla Superchargers in Volvo's app.
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Texas requiring Tesla NACS connectors on state-funded chargers
Ford, General Motors, and Rivian adoption of the Tesla North American Charging Standard prompted Texas to mandate the DC fast charger on state-funded chargers.
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Rivian adopting Tesla charge port, Hyundai and Stellantis considering
Another shift to NACS standard—another shockwave across the CCS front?
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Tesla's NACS EV fast-charging standard lags in locations vs. CCS
Tesla's NACS connector simply isn't at as many locations as CCS or even CHAdeMO, according to DOE data—although with GM, Ford, and other on board it could change quickly.
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Battery firm reboots Tesla Roadster concept with 6-minute charging
The concept, based on the Lotus Elise like the original Tesla Roadster, keeps the battery pack modestly sized yet it can charge at 1,600 miles per hour.
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US and Canada collaborate on EV charging corridor
The corridor will effectively connect the respective traditional focal points of the U.S. and Canadian auto industry.
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EV chargers and other upgrades required of U.S. vehicle dealers add up to billions of infrastructure spending at the local level, according to the trade group representing dealerships.
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Will megawatt charging nix hydrogen fuel cell tech in semis?
Can hydrogen fuel cells make up for their lower efficiency and higher cost?
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BMW tests how its EVs might supplement the grid
BMW and PG&E plan to follow up the pilot program with a "field trial" in California, and a fleet of vehicles equipped for V2G operation.
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Feds tackle EV charger reliability in US infrastructure buildout
Will it lead to more reliable public EV chargers? With direct funding money on the line and a data stream on uptime, NEVI federal EV chargers could prove to be more dependable than some existing networks.
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Robotic EV charger will get a test at Texas airport
The robot charger, dubbed Ziggy, goes to a car in need of charging plug-ins, and then returns to a staging area for recharging.
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Utility-owned EV fast-charging stations will fill the gap in Utah
The 80 chargers across 20 sites will make electric road trips and EV ownership more viable well beyond Salt Lake City.
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A $1,000 incentive is also available for all other 2023 and 2024 Volvo models—all as part of a limited-time deal with the retail giant.
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Survey: Growing portion of US shoppers are rejecting EVs
Price and charging remain the reason why a growing percentage of shoppers are "very unlikely" to consider an EV. Are there other reasons?
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Daimler plans $650M US charging and hydrogen network for big rigs
The Daimler joint venture will "forge ahead" with an electric-truck network, amid conflicting policy signals.
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Costco has no plans to add EV charging as a traffic-driver
The first retailer to deploy a range of EV chargers at its stores has no plans to add them and sees gas pumps as a main attraction.
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Utah EV charging costs rise in July, to subsidize lower gas prices
Lower gas prices are in effect being subsided by increased taxes and fees on drivers of plug-in cars.
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California might require bidirectional charging capability in EVs
A bill proposes requiring that new vehicles by 2027 be ready for the technology, which could help EVs provide backup power to homes and the grid.
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The company announced plans to install "thousands" of chargers at its Walmart and Sam's Club stores nationwide by 2030.
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US EV charging locator will soon display cost, charge power
Additionally, the White House provided updates on the shift to EVs for federal agencies and charging-station deployment by them.
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Rivian adds compatible Tesla Superchargers to its navigation app
The interface adds Tesla Supercharger locations, although Rivian drivers must also then use the Tesla app.
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Hyundai robot could ease EV charging, tackle mobility barriers
Robotic charging is seen as a necessity not just for self-driving vehicles, but to make EVs workable for those with mobility issues.
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Study: Workplace EV charging could cut need for more power plants
Smarter EV charger placement plus more workplace charging can help reduce the load on the grid at times when it matters, according to an MIT study.
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7-Eleven wants its EV charging network to be among the largest
The company says it plans to build "one of the largest and most compatible electric vehicle charging networks of any retailer in North America."
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