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US Postal Service rolls out first EV charging stations
Medial
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1y ago
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The USPS has unveiled its first EV charging stations at an event in Atlanta, as part of its plan to upgrade its service and assemble one of the largest EV fleets in the US. With over 66,000 delivery vehicles in service, the USPS aims to electrify its vehicles to reduce air pollution and increase safety for its mail carriers. In addition to opening new sorting and delivery centers, the USPS plans to purchase 45,000 battery-electric Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDVs) by 2028.
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility partners with Shell India to boost EV charging infrastructure in India
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1y ago
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM) has teamed up with Shell India Markets to establish public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across India. The partnership aims to enhance the EV charging experience and encourage more people to adopt EVs in the country. The plan involves leveraging Shell's extensive fuel station network and data from Tata's EVs to roll out charging stations at strategic locations. Both companies are also exploring convenient payment systems and loyalty programs. TPEM is the market leader in EVs in India, commanding a 71% market share in electric passenger vehicles.
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EV charging startup Electra secures $330 million
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1y ago
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Paris-based electric vehicle charging startup, Electra, has raised a whopping $330 million (€304 million) in a Series B round, entirely in equity. Electra focuses on fast-charging stations and already has 172 active stations with nearly 1,000 charging points in France. The company plans to roll out an additional 105 stations and aims to deploy 15,000 charging points across 2,200 stations by 2030. The funding round was led by Dutch pension fund service provider PGGM and Bpifrance's Large Venture fund, with the participation of existing investors. Electra's competitors include Ionity and EVPassport.
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Tesla’s Charging Network is Now Open to Other EVs and Ford Is First In Line
Wired
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1y ago
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Ford is allowing its electric vehicle (EV) owners to access Tesla's Supercharger network through free adapters until July. The move comes as a solution to the dissatisfaction EV drivers face with the availability of public charging stations. By adopting Tesla's North American Charging Standard plug, Ford is providing its drivers with access to 15,000 new chargers, expanding the total number of chargers to 126,000 across the US and Canada. This move is expected to improve customer satisfaction with public charging availability. However, access to older Tesla charging stations and select newer ones will still be exclusive to Tesla drivers.
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Karnataka imposes 18% GST on public EV charging stations
Startup News FYI
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2y ago
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The Karnataka Authority for Advance Ruling has imposed an 18% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on public electric vehicle (EV) battery charging stations. This decision clarifies the applicable GST rate for EV charging infrastructure in the state of Karnataka, which may impact the costs and economics of setting up and operating public charging stations for electric vehicles.
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Google Maps will soon locate nearest EV charging stations for you: Here's how
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Google Maps and Search are introducing new features to assist electric vehicle (EV) drivers in finding and accessing charging stations. The updates include AI-powered summaries that provide detailed directions to charging stations based on user reviews, real-time information on charging port availability and speed, suggestions for charging locations during multi-stop trips, and an EV filter on Google's travel website to find hotels with onsite charging facilities. With these enhancements, Google aims to offer comprehensive support to EV owners, making it easier for them to plan road trips and find charging options.
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Charge Zone Secures $19 Mn From British International Investment
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
EV charging startup Charge Zone has received a commitment of $19 million (INR 158 crore) from the British International Investment (BII), the development finance institution of the UK government. Founded in 2018, Charge Zone provides high-speed charging networks for electric cars, buses, and trucks. The funding will be used to expand its charging network in key cities and highways across India, with a focus on Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and other major cities. Charge Zone aims to roll out over 1,500 super charging stations in the next 18 months and have more than 10,000 charging stations by 2027.
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Maruti Sets The EV Ball Rolling, Mulls 25K Charging Units Ahead Of Its SUV Roll Out
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10m ago
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Maruti Suzuki India aims to construct around 25,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in preparation for the launch of its electric SUV. The company is also engaging in discussions with oil marketing firms and energy companies to establish a charging ecosystem, addressing a significant hurdle to the widespread adoption of electric mobility in India. Maruti Suzuki plans to equip its service centers with dedicated bays and two charging points, and has commenced training its service mechanics in Bengaluru.
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US offers EVgo conditional $1.05 billion loan for EV chargers
Economic Times
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10m ago
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- The United States offers EVgo a conditional loan guarantee of up to $1.05 billion for expanding EV-charging infrastructure. - The loan will support the deployment of around 7,500 public stalls with high-power chargers at nearly 1,100 stations. - The loan aims to help EVgo compete with Tesla's charger network and improve customer service. - EVgo currently has more than 3,500 fast charging stalls and plans to build the additional chargers over five years. - Over 40% of the new chargers will be built in disadvantaged communities to provide access to clean transportation for those without private driveways. - The partnership between the US and EVgo aims to accelerate the expansion of EV-charging infrastructure nationwide.
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility partners with HPCL to optimize EV charging infrastructure
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
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Tata Motors has joined forces with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) to enhance India's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. By utilizing HPCL's extensive fuel station network, and leveraging insights from Tata's EV fleet, the partnership aims to set up chargers at frequently visited locations by Tata EV owners. HPCL will also gather charger usage data to improve the customer experience. Additionally, both companies are considering launching a co-branded RFID card for convenient payment at charging stations. HPCL plans to install 5,000 EV charging stations by December 2024, supporting the adoption of EVs in India.
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EV players discuss development of battery charging, swapping infra with Piyush Goyal
Economic Times
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7m ago
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Electric vehicle (EV) stakeholders discussed battery charging and swapping infrastructure with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and officials from the Department of Heavy Industries and DPIIT. Representatives from Tata, TVS, and Mercedes-Benz India raised concerns about the location and standards of swapping stations. The government aims to promote EV manufacturing through policy incentives and public charging stations. India's EV market is projected to achieve significant growth, with new jobs and public charging facilities planned under schemes like FAME-II and PM E-DRIVE.
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