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Nissan launches sustainable finance framework to fund electric vehicle and sustainable technologies

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Proceeds from the Nissan Sustainable Finance Framework will also be used to support projects in Nissan’s use of renewable energy, clean manufacturing systems, EV re-charging infrastructure, battery re-use, and autonomous-drive technologies. Funding entities will include both Nissan Motor Co.,

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Ford takes first step toward Tesla Supercharger access for its EVs

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Ford has taken the first step toward offering Tesla Supercharger access to its electric vehicle owners by offering a complimentary charging adapter. CEO Jim Farley announced this morning that Ford EV drivers are now able to reserve a complimentary charging adapter soon. Canada can reserve a complimentary adapter starting soon.

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Hillcrest files patent application for simplified onboard EV charging solution

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Hillcrest Energy Technologies, a Canada-based a clean technology company developing power conversion technologies and control system solutions for next-generation electrical systems, has filed a patent application for a simplified EV charging solution. Additionally, the technology is intended to enable DC fast-charging of 800V.

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Volvo adopts Tesla’s NACS Connector for EVs

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Volvo said today that it would adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS), opting to use the connector for its electric vehicles. The announcement makes Volvo the latest major automaker to adopt Tesla’s charging connector. Aptera, a solar EV company, adopted NACS before any other automaker.

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EVgo Wants To Recognize “Charging Heroes”

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When it comes to expanding EV fast charging infrastructure in the United States and Canada, who would you say does the most to make it happen? Charging companies? All of those people make the news with some regularity, but they’re far from the only people who make it […]. Government officials?

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The Tesla Semi is about to electrify Canada’s logging sector

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The Tesla Semi is about to electrify Canada’s logging industry, with Vancouver Island-based Mosaic Forest Management announcing that it had placed an order for three Tesla Semis. The company plans to use the all-electric Class 8 trucks for its logging activities. . Don’t hesitate to contact us for news tips.

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Volkswagen committing $7.1B to boost product line-up, R&D, manufacturing in North America; targeting 55% BEV sales by 2030

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billion over the next five years in the North American region (NAR) (Canada, Mexico, United States) to boost its product portfolio, regional R&D and manufacturing capabilities. As result of a $22-million investment, the BEL will enable the company to test and validate batteries for all Volkswagen electric models in the American marketplace.