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NY Governor Cuomo announces “Make-Ready” program for EV charging stations; >20K EV rebates approved

Green Car Congress

In addition, the Governor announced that more than 20,000 rebates have been approved for New Yorkers to purchase electric cars under the Drive Clean Rebate initiative, which provides residents with a rebate of up to $2,000 for the purchase or lease of a new electric car from participating dealers.

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5 Myths About EV Charging – Busted!

Driivz

MYTH 3: As more people buy EVs, utilities won’t be able to supply enough power to buildings or neighborhoods and homes for EV charging. Consider an office building where a large number of EV drivers expect to charge their cars during the workday and have them fully charged by 5 p.m.

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SoCal Edison white paper shares data about PEV usage and charging

Green Car Congress

SCE began its PEV readiness efforts in 2009, and quantified the anticipated impact of PEVs on the electric grid before consumers began buying and leasing them. Getting the infrastructure into those buildings, unless its brand new construction, is difficult. It’s not easy. I do think that grid services will be important piece.

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Razor E100 review: A great electric scooter for kids

Green Authority

The rear wheel hosts a minimal 100-watt, chain-driven motor that only reaches speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h), safe for any suburban neighborhood. Sturdy build: The Razor E100 is built to last. You can, however, buy these add-ons for relatively cheap. Should I buy the Razor E100 electric scooter? You can purchase one here.

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The Business of Plugging In: Building the Full Ecosystem for a Successful Plug-in Vehicle Industry in the US

Green Car Congress

Berkeley will have a higher percentage than Fresno—it will not be unlikely for 3-5 PEVs to show up on one neighborhood circuit in Berkeley, overwhelming the local circuit, and leading to blackouts, he said. For a long time, carmakers will sell as many as they can build. PG&E will start with timers and dynamic pricing.

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3 Things Utilities Can Do to Prepare the Power Grid for More Electric Cars

EV Connect

In light of last year’s Inflation Reduction Act and the NEVI program, new data from BloomberNEF predicts that EV sales will make up more than 50% of car purchases by 2030. neighborhoods and business districts. is on the fast track toward electric vehicle (EV) adoption. That represents a huge win for the EV movement.

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Minnesota Plug-in Law

Plug In Partners

The new law instructs the state to buy plug-in hybrids on a preferred basis when they become available and also it encourages Minnesota State University at Mankato to develop a flex-fueled hybrid. A task force has been created from business, government and utility representatives to develop a plan to build the cars in Minnesota.

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