Rivian and Mercedes-Benz Are Following the Tesla Model by Building Their Own Charging Networks
The Rivian Adventure Network (DC fast charging) could end 2023 as the 7th largest DC fast charging network in the US and is on pace for the #5 slot in 2-3 years. Rivian’s typical DCFC site has 6 DC fast chargers.
Walmart Plans to Build A US DC Fast Charging Network at Walmart and Sam’s Club Stores
Walmart and Sam’s Club have announced plans to make electric vehicle (EV) ownership more accessible and affordable for Americans by implementing EV fast-charging stations at thousands of their stores and clubs coast-to-coast by 2030. Walmart’s almost 1,300 charging stations are already available at more than 280 facilities, and the company’s new initiative will expand access […]
InductEV Partners with ChargePoint to Expand High-Powered Wireless EV Charging Solutions
InductEV has partnered with EV charging network ChargePoint to expand the availability of wireless high-power charging solutions for electric transit and commercial vehicle fleets across the US.
Tritium Announces Availability of NEVI-Compliant 150 kW DC Fast Chargers
Tritium is taking orders for its NEVI-compliant 150 kW DC fast chargers.
Hyundai Exploring Branded U.S. Charging Network
Hyundai is considering launching its own branded EV charging network in the US to improve charging infrastructure for its customers. The network would be modeled on the partnership between Mercedes-Benz, ChargePoint, and MN8 Energy.
EvoCharge® Launches Mobile DC Fast Power Station
EvoCharge has launched a Mobile DC Fast Power Station that offers up to 50kW of power, which fleet operators can use to keep their electric vehicles fully charged. Mounting wheels and deploying a 16ft cable, the charging station can be moved within facilities, or positioned in parking lots, to rapidly replenish batteries and restore vehicles to service.
itselectric Raises $2.2M Pre-Seed Funding Round to Close the Urban EV Charging Gap
Brooklyn-based firm itselectric has announced it has raised funds from investors, including Brooklyn Bridge Ventures and The Helm, in a $2.2m pre-seed funding round to enable the company to deploy curbside EV charging infrastructure in major cities across the US.
Electrify America Announces Construction Start to Electrify America Solar Glow™ 1
Electrify America has announced the groundbreaking of a new solar photovoltaic renewable energy generation project called Electrify America Solar Glow 1 in San Bernardino County, California. The 75 MW facility is expected to generate an estimated annual production of 225,000 Megawatt hours at peak solar capacity.
Orange Closes Pre-Seed Round to Bring Affordable EV Charging to Apartments
San Francisco-based EV charging startup, Orange, has closed a $2.5 million pre-seed funding round, led by Baukunst and featuring Tesla co-founders Marc Tarpenning and Martin Eberhard, among others.
EVgo Launches “EVgo ReNew” to Enhance and Improve Fast Charging Experience Nationwide
EVgo, a public fast charging network for electric vehicles (EVs), has launched an enhanced and comprehensive maintenance program called EVgo ReNew, designed to ensure stations across the network meet quality and technology standards.