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Volkswagen of America to invest $20M in 50-state EV dealer readiness program

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As a direct result of the program—which will continue through June 2022—Volkswagen dealers have added 23,490 kW of charging capacity, trained more than 1,260 EV service technicians, and implemented dedicated EV Specialists to create e-mobility centric consumer experiences across the country. More than 85% of all ID.4

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GM and Pilot Company to build out coast-to-coast EV fast charging network powered by EVgo eXtend

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EVgo, which is also working with GM to add more than 3,250 fast chargers in American cities and suburbs by the end of 2025, was chosen as a strategic collaborator due to its expertise in building, operating and maintaining DC fast charging infrastructure.

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VIA Motors sells 2,000 Class 3 electric chassis cabs to Pegasus Specialty Vehicles

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Pegasus will leverage the flexibility of VIA’s commercial products to build Type A school buses, electric shuttles, and paratransit buses. The electric motors will generate a continuous rated 400 horsepower and will be able to transport a payload of 7,000 to 8,200 pounds within a range of 180 miles.

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Daimler Truck announces dealer certification program for EVs – Charged EVs

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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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Tiny Eli Zero urban EV priced at $11,990, goes up to 90 miles—slowly

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Launched with help from crowdfunding, the Zero was first shown in 2017 and began shipping to European dealers in 2021. It’s taking $200 refundable deposits to secure a build slot; sales for 2024 will be limited to these reservation-holders. kwh and 50 miles. Eli Electric Vehicles on Tuesday opened U.S. Measuring just 4.5

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Kia starts pilot of last-mile delivery service in Singapore for future electric PBV business

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to break into Singapore’s last-mile delivery market. The Niro EV model optimized and modified for last-mile logistics service will be used in Singapore’s city center, in the process responding to the needs of the rapidly growing e-commerce market.

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Forest River and Lightning eMotors to offer factory-certified all-electric repower program for shuttle buses and passenger vans

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The Forest River factory-certified powertrains and installation will be backed by a five-year, 100,000-mile warranty. This expanded agreement comes after Lightning and Forest River announced in 2021 an $850-million, multi-year strategic partnership to build up to 7,500 zero-emission Class 4 and Class 5 buses.