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BMW i and EVgo expanding ChargeNow DC Fast program; 500 more fast chargers in US; no-cost DC and Level 2 for BMW i3 drivers

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW of North America announced, in cooperation with NRG EVgo, the expansion of the ChargeNow DC Fast program. ChargeNow DC Fast also includes two years of no-cost charging for qualifying BMW i3 drivers in those areas. Earlier post.) —Rob Healey, Head of EV Infrastructure for BMW of North America.

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USDOT announces $84.9M through Lo-No program to expand advanced bus technologies

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Eligible projects include the purchase or lease of buses powered by modern, efficient technologies. The City and Borough of Juneau will receive funds to purchase new electric buses to replace aging diesel buses, associated charging infrastructure, and a back up generator. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.

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Mercedes-Benz launches branded Wallbox charger across US, included with certain EVs

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Specific Mercedes customers can receive a complimentary Wallbox charger with an EV purchase. Last November, the German automaker opened its first branded Charging Hub in North America near its US headquarters outside Atlanta. As you already know, Mercedes-Benz is one of the leading luxury automakers around the globe.

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

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Transitioning to an EV The federal government has made it even easier to transition to an EV by providing tax breaks for their purchase and the purchase of EV charging equipment , including: Up to $7,500 for new EVs Up to $4,000 for used EVs purchased in 2023 or later Up to $40,000 for businesses and tax-exempt organizations who purchase a commercial (..)

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THINK Releases US EV-Ready Cities Index

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Rounding out the top ten were Newark, Seattle and Atlanta. The remaining cities included Denver, Boston, Washington, DC, Philadelphia and Phoenix. City Purchase/Usage. Washington DC. —Richard Canny. THINK US EV-Ready Cities Index Scorecard. Incentives Market Fit Overall Score. Los Angeles. San Francisco. Sacramento.

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Ford opens limited reservations for 2012 Focus Electric; starting at $39,995

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The 19 launch markets include: Atlanta, Austin and Houston, Texas; Boston, Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, New York, Orlando, Fla., Seattle, and Washington, DC. Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Portland, Ore.; Raleigh Durham, N.C.; Richmond, Va.,

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Ford names first markets for the Focus Electric

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Ford Motor Company has named the first markets that will sell the Focus Electric, Ford’s all-electric passenger car: Atlanta; Austin and Houston, Texas; Boston; Chicago; Denver; Detroit; Los Angeles; San Francisco; San Diego; New York; Orlando, Fla.; Seattle; and Washington, DC. Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz.; Portland, Ore.; Richmond, Va.;

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