Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Thomas Built Buses (TBB), a leading manufacturer of school buses in North America and subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), announced the delivery of TBB’s 200 th Proterra Powered Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley battery-electric school bus to Monroe County Public Schools in Indiana.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2023

Mack Trucks announced that the Mack MD Electric, the first medium-duty electric vehicle for the brand ( earlier post ), is now available for order. Customers interested in ordering the Mack MD Electric should contact their local Mack dealer. The first was the Mack LR Electric, which went into production in December 2021.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 30, 2020

The Volkswagen brand is significantly expanding the charging infrastructure at its German sites. Some 750 new charging points are planned for next year, including the first High Power Charging stations with up to 300 kW power. 3 at a charging station. The Volkswagen brand has a comprehensive commitment to charging.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 12, 2024

Vehicle-makers are establishing certification programs to make sure their dealers are prepared to provide a good experience to their customers as they make the transition to EVs. The Freightliner dealer network plans to have 100 dealer locations certified by 2025. We see it as our responsibility to support them on their journey.

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Baua Electric

MAY 20, 2024

Launched as a joint venture between Toyota Group and Tier 1 supplier Hexagon Purus , the new Tern brand of heavy duty electric trucks announced Hino Trucks as its exclusive US distributor. Tern RC8 electric semi The new Tern RC8 electric truck offers a 68,000 lb. Electrek’s Take Tern RC8 electric semi truck; via Hino Truck.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 13, 2024

As Ford looks to grow its Model e EV business, the company believes its dealer network can be a significant asset. Ford announced Thursday it’s enabling all dealers to sell EVs, meaning 90% of Americans will live within 25 miles of a Ford dealership that sells electric vehicles.

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Teslarati

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Ford’s transition into the electric vehicle age does not seem to be going as smoothly as company executives expected. As per recent reports, a significant portion of Ford’s US dealership network is opting out of the automaker’s aggressive electric vehicle push. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 6, 2023

Hyundai revealed the all-new 2024 Kona Electric, Limited, and N Line models in its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. The second-generation Kona customers can choose from electric and internal combustion powertrains, including a sporty N Line version. Kona Electric, equipped with the 64.8

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2023

With the electric-vehicle (EV) readiness assessments in process, US auto dealers are seeing rapid growth in the number of EV charger installation projects being proposed and starting construction over the next several months. —US Head of Sales Jeff Kommor

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2023

Mack Trucks revealed its Mack MD Electric, the company’s first electric vehicle in the medium-duty segment of the trucking industry. The MD Electric will complement its highly efficient, diesel-powered MD model sibling, which has experienced growing customer demand since its introduction in 2020.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2019

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains for commercial fleets, announced new battery-electric powertrain options for the Ford F-59 Model to support its customers with delivery and food truck applications. The new Lightning Electric Ford F-59 model will offer peak power of 180 kW (241 HP).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains for commercial fleets, announced new battery-electric powertrain options for the Ford E-450 Shuttle Bus and Ford E-450 Cutaway. We’ve become the only stop you have to make to get zero-emission vehicles for all of your fleet needs.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 15, 2022

To accelerate the widespread adoption of EVs, increase access to charging and help enable long-distance electric travel of people and vehicles across the US, GM and Pilot Company (Pilot and Flying J) are collaborating on a national DC fast charging network that will be installed, operated and maintained by EVgo through its eXtend offering.

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Baua Electric

MAY 18, 2024

Velocity truck rental is doing its part to help commercial fleets electrify by energizing 47 high-powered charging stations at four strategic dealer locations across Southern California. The new Velocity Truck Rental & Leasing (VTRL) charging network isn’t some far-off goal being announced for PR purposes.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Navistar has launched the new fully-electric medium-duty International eMV Series trucks. The eMV is available in four different wheelbase options—217", 236", 254" and 272"—and features the Diamond Logic electrical system as standard equipment. The DC Fast Charge station option provides up to 125 kW of power.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Performance Team – A Maersk Company, a warehousing and distribution company, has placed an order for 16 Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 trucks ( earlier post )—the largest commercial order of the North American zero-tailpipe emission model to date. Customers are looking for more truck power to meet high volume delivery demands.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The 2023 Toyota bZ4X battery electric SUV, due to arrive at dealers later this year, will mark the start of a collaboration between Toyota Motor North America and EVgo to provide new bZ4X customers with access to DC fast-charging stations. kWh battery pack. kWh battery pack.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

Photo: Daimler Trucks North America Daimler Truck North America just launched a dealer certification program to ensure a “world-class” experience for its electric truck buyers. The goal is to certify 100 electric truck dealer locations by 2025. However, the certification is optional for dealerships.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2022

Porsche Japan and Audi Japan are forming a Premium Charging Alliance business partnership to expand the 150kW rapid charging station network across Japan. Rapid charging stations run by both companies will be available to both Porsche and Audi owners starting 1 July 2022. —Michael Kirsch, CEO of Porsche Japan.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Audi is now enabling faster charging with alternating current (AC). Effective immediately, e-tron 55 and e-tron Sportback 55 customers can order a second on-board charger that doubles the power from 11 kW to as much as 22 kW at appropriate charging terminals. Charging planning then considers forecast periods of sunshine.

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Blink Charging

AUGUST 1, 2023

Automotive dealerships that sell electric vehicles (EVs) have a unique problem; most of them lack sufficient electrical power to charge many vehicles at once. But with new requirements to add Level 2 and DC fast chargers at automotive dealerships , now dealership facility managers must face electrical upgrades to stay ahead.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2023

The production increase is a key part of the Ford+ Plan, underscoring the company’s commitment to increase the value of its EVs for customers, continuing to position Mustang Mach-E as a compelling option for those looking for an electric SUV, and growing market share. The Mustang Mach-E was the No.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2023

MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges. Dealer sets actual price. The all-electric LEAF has played a key role in shaping Nissan’s vision for empowering EV mobility for more than a decade. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice. Destination and handling $1,095.)

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Electric Vehicles India

AUGUST 30, 2021

CESL plans solar charging stations for electric vehicles all over India . The State-run Convergence Energy Services (CESL) plans solar -powered charging stations for electric vehicles all over India. CESL solar charging stations. For fast-charging stations, the estimated cost is between Rs 16.5

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Teslarati

MAY 17, 2022

Ford has made it clear over the past months that dealers should not overcharge for popular electric vehicles like the F-150 Lightning. As mentioned by the Lightning Owners’ forum to Teslarati , a Ford dealer in California has been spotted charging around $145,000 for a 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum SuperCrew. .

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2021

ŠKODA AUTO, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, is introducing a smart energy storage system using second-life batteries from electric vehicles. The system stores sustainably generated electricity in used batteries that come from the all-electric SUV ŠKODA ENYAQ iV as well as the plug-in hybrid models SUPERB iV and OCTAVIA iV.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Lightning eMotors has announced a new model of its Class 3 Lightning Electric Transit Van. The new, longer-range Lightning Electric Transit Van is the fourth generation of its battery-electric and fuel cell electric platform, based on the Ford Transit 350HD chassis. —Tim Reeser, CEO of Lightning eMotors.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

As it prepares to launch multiple all-electric models, Cadillac is requiring dealerships to install charging stations, according to a recent Automotive News report. The price of upgrades for the transition to electric cars is estimated at $200,000 per dealership, according to the report.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

General Motors said that it will offer all of its Buick franchise dealers in the U.S. In June 2022, Buick announced plans to go all-electric by 2030 starting with a crossover SUV in 2024. According to a GM spokeswoman, the future requirements for dealers are important to the company’s electrification goals.

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Electric Vehicles India

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Relux Electric inaugurated new EV charging station in Chennai . RELUX Electric, a Tamil Nadu based EV charging facility provider and chargers manufacturer has inaugurated its new EV charging station on the 24th of September at Guindy, Chennai. Relux Electric charging station inauguration in Guindy, Chennai.

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Plug in America

MARCH 11, 2022

On March 11, at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas, Plug In America announced that it is partnering with NADA and the Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE) to educate franchised auto dealerships nationwide on electric vehicles. said NADA president and CEO Mike Stanton.

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Electric Vehicles India

MAY 21, 2021

BYD announces ultra-safe Blade Batteries for its all-electric vehicles . BYD the world’s leading global EV maker has officially announced that its all-electric vehicles will now come with the company’s ultra-safe Blade Batteries. The Blade Battery production line and equipment all being developed in-house.

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Electric Vehicles India

APRIL 11, 2021

Citroen all-electric E-C4. A few months ago, French automaker Citroen showcased an electric car called E-C4. This E-C4 is an electric version of Citroen Internal Combustion C4. So, let’s know more about Citroen all-electric E-C4. . This electric car can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 9.7

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Electric Vehicles India

JANUARY 25, 2023

Here is the end of your wait for bookings for the all-electric SUV, XUV400 Mahindra & Mahindra has finally announced that bookings for its fully electric XUV400 SUV will begin on January 26, 2023. Customers can now experience an electrified test drive at their nearest Mahindra dealer.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 16, 2024

Based on the all-electric Mullen THREE electric chassis cab, Mullen says the new PowerUP mobile charging platform provides increased job site versatility thanks to on demand, mobile DC fast-charging. And … if all this sounds familiar, there’s probably two reasons for that.

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Teslarati

MARCH 7, 2022

Keith McCluskey, the Chevrolet National Dealer Council chairman, has his sights aimed high as the veteran automaker increases its efforts to break into the growing electric vehicle sector. About 240 fleet operators have placed orders for the all-electric pickup truck as well. . “We want to beat Tesla on EVs.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 29, 2024

US bus maker Blue Bird has received an order from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) for 150 of its All American and 30 of its Vision electric school buses. The order was placed through the district’s local Blue Bird dealer, A-Z Bus Sales. LAUSD currently operates 26 Blue Bird electric buses.

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