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Lightning Systems introduces range of AC and DC fast charge charging stations for fleet electric vehicles

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Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains, introduced “Lightning On Tap” charging solutions, a comprehensive offering of AC and DC fast charge charging stations. Some jurisdictions, such as California and Colorado, offer grants or other incentives that may partially or fully cover the cost of charging solutions.

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Volta/Imogen collaboration awarded $12M in ARPA-E funding to commercialize next-generation fast charging technology

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Volta, an electric vehicle (EV) charging and media company, announced that a project application it collaborated on with Imagen Energy, a developer of compact high-power EV chargers, was awarded a $12-million grant from the US Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). Earlier post.).

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LA Metro and Via Join partner to offer shared rides to select transit stations; $1.35M grant

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The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) and Via, a provider of on-demand shared rides are partnering to offer an affordable, equitable, and accessible option to connect to major train and bus stations. The project is funded in part by the largest federal grant of its kind—a $1.35-million

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8 Reasons Government Grants Should Include Funding for Level 1 Charging Infrastructure

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As we wait for Congress to fully return from their recess and vote on various legislation, I continue to be extremely concerned about how as much as $10 billion in federal government grants will be be spent on EV charging infrastructure. True, and that is where affordable workplace and retail/mall charging also come into play.

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Biden Administration opens applications for $2.5B program funding the growth of EV charging infrastructure

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Department of Transportation is the “Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program. The CFI Discretionary Grant Program will fund the installation of electric vehicle chargers and alternative fuel infrastructure in communities, highways, interstates, and major roadways in the U.S. It will provide $2.5

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Lightning Systems Gen 2 electric Ford Transit named in CARB executive order; new NMC batteries for longer range

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hours (120-mile range) with Lightning’s DC fast charging option (using standard CCS-Combo charging). The Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) was formed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to respond to a key market challenge by making clean trucks and buses more affordable for fleets.

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How to Save When Building an EV Charging Station

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DC fast charging requires a lot of power, so you’ll need a licensed electrician to confirm if the existing grid connection is suitable. You may be tempted to purchase the most affordable charger, but entry level chargers can end up costing you more over time. Make sure your site meets local accessibility standards.