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Lightning Systems introduces range of AC and DC fast charge charging stations for fleet electric vehicles

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Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains, introduced “Lightning On Tap” charging solutions, a comprehensive offering of AC and DC fast charge charging stations. Some jurisdictions, such as California and Colorado, offer grants or other incentives that may partially or fully cover the cost of charging solutions.

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Michigan EGLE awards $1.7 million for 36 EV fast charger stations

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million ($1,683,297.84) in grants announced by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for direct current fast chargers (DCFC) along well-traveled routes. Public or private entities can apply for EGLE grants of up to $70,000 per charger station. The EGLE grants come from the more than $9.7

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ZEV Station debuts charging in Palm Springs; awarded $2.7M for ZEV infrastructure

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ZEV Fleet plans to demonstrate a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model, by leasing an all-electric step vans to last-mile delivery fleets using AC & DC Charging. The grants will help accelerate their next phase in ZEV Infrastructure, a highway environmental oasis off the I-10 in Palm Springs. ZEV Fleet Co.,

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Lightning eMotors announces production launch of GM-based ZEV4 work trucks

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The Lightning ZEV4 is capable of Level 2 AC and 80kW DC fast charging. To help accelerate fleet vehicle electrification efforts, a number of state and federal level funding programs are available across North America to help offset the cost significantly. Federally, the United States’ passing of the $1.2-trillion

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Walmart’s Planned DC Fast Charging Network Could Be Game Changing

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On April 6, Walmart announced that by 2030 it intends to build its own DC fast-charging network at “thousands of Walmart and Sam’s Club locations coast-to-coast.” First, let’s look at Walmart’s existing DC fast charging footprint. of Electrify America’s total number of DC fast charging ports.

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8 Reasons Government Grants Should Include Funding for Level 1 Charging Infrastructure

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As we wait for Congress to fully return from their recess and vote on various legislation, I continue to be extremely concerned about how as much as $10 billion in federal government grants will be be spent on EV charging infrastructure. To install 4-180 kW chargers can easily cost roughly $500,000-$800,000 depending on the hardware chosen.

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SAE International publishes updated standard for on-route mechanized conductive EV charging systems for buses: SAE J3105

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The standard covers the general physical, electrical, functional, testing, and performance requirements for a mechanized (hands-free) conductive power transfer system primarily for transit buses using an overhead coupler capable of, but not limited to, transferring direct current (DC) power. million by 2024.

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