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 […]
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.
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.
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.
Mercedes-Benz to Launch Global Branded High-Power Charging Network
Mercedes-Benz announced plans to launch a global high-power charging network across North America, Europe, China and other key markets. Deployment will begin in 2023 in the US and Canada, followed by other regions around the globe.
Will Convenience Store Chains Expand Into EV Charging Beyond Their Store Locations?
Regional and the major national and global convenience store chains are beginning to build out their charging networks at the store locations. Later this decade, however, one executive thinks they may expand beyond their stores to providing charging at workplace and other locations.
What the Future Of Curbside Charging Might Look Like
Roughly 40 million US urban households do not have convenient access to home charging due to lacking a garage, carport, or driveway. itselectric, a Brooklyn, NY startup hopes to help solve this challenge with its curbside charging pedestal and unique business model.