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Daimler Truck North America Rolls Out its EV Dealer Certification Program

Daimler Truck North America just launched a dealer certification program to ensure a “world-class” experience for its electric truck buyers. The Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) Dealer Certification Program isn’t intended to be just another badge for dealers to hang in their…

The EU Just Got a Step Closer to Hitting Chinese EVs With Additional Tariffs

The European Union is moving closer to imposing additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles entering the bloc, citing new proof that the government in Beijing is providing illegal financial support for the industry. The European Commission, the EU executive’s arm,…

New Dodge Charger Flips The Script On Electric Vehicles

We’ve seen electric vehicles run the gamut from golf carts to supercars and almost everything in between — almost, that is, until the iconic US automotive brand Dodge introduced two new all-electric versions of its classic gas-guzzling Charger muscle car….

Gravity Opens Fastest EV Charger in US to Public in New York City

Google-backed EV infrastructure startup Gravity Mobility has opened the fastest charging solution in the United States to the public, as it looks to attract fleet customers. Major fleet operators will have access to 24 of Gravity’s 500 kilowatt (kW) chargers…

VAUXHALL’S ELECTRIC RANGE CONTINUES TO TOP THE RANKINGS IN LATEST SMMT SALES FIGURES

Vauxhall’s electric range continued its strong UK sales performance in February, topping the charts according to the latest new car and van registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The Corsa Electric was the…

Ford U.S. Sales Jump 10.5% in February, Beating Toyota for Second Straight Month

Ford sales charged higher in February, making the Dearborn-based automaker the No. 1 seller in America for the second straight month. Ford also noted hybrid and EV sales gains, highlighting the importance of its electrified powertrains. Ford reported February sales…

Louisiana Second Least Electric-vehicle-friendly State

Shreveport has ranked on a list documenting the best and worst electric vehicle-friendly metro areas, but how does Ratchet City compare to other American cities? And how does the state of Louisiana compare to other states? When attempting to transition…

Verizon Connect Expands EV Fleet Management Solutions in Europe, Unveils New Sustainability Tools

Verizon Connect announced the launch of its Electric Vehicle Suitability Tool and the expansion of its Reveal EV capabilities into Europe, marking a significant step towards supporting global sustainability by aiding fleets in their transition to electric vehicles (EVs). The…

Schaeffler Announces Ohio E-vehicle Manufacturing Facility

Recently, Schaeffler revealed its new electric automotive manufacturing facility addition. Residing in Ohio, this facility will help Schaeffler’s goal for continued growth in the Americas. According to the press release:Global motion technology company Schaeffler announces the expansion of its operations…

Yellen Praises Ties With Chile, a Vital Part of EV Supply Chain

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the US is likely to increase mineral imports from Chile, a key supplier of lithium used in the batteries that power electric vehicles. Wrapping up a trade-focused visit to the South American country, Yellen said…