The advantages of dynamic power sharing EV chargers for fleets (Webinar)

In this session at the Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure, we will discuss a high-power 600 kW charging solution that allows dynamic allocation of power via four independent plugs for fleet charging. The charger architecture and software solutions will be explained in detail, showing the advantage when compared to individual chargers. The availability of different… Continue reading The advantages of dynamic power sharing EV chargers for fleets (Webinar)

LeeBoy collaborates with Portable Electric to electrify the paving industry

LeeBoy, a manufacturer of commercial asphalt paving equipment, and Portable Electric (PE), a manufacturer of portable and mobile e-Chargers and e-Generators, are working together to advance the electrification of the paving industry. LeeBoy’s 8520C E-Paver, which was introduced at the recent ConExpo trade show, is a commercial-class electric asphalt paver. The prototype incorporates various EV… Continue reading LeeBoy collaborates with Portable Electric to electrify the paving industry

Tenet raises $30 million for its EV financing and charging platform

New York-headquartered vehicle financing company Tenet Energy has closed a funding round of more than $30 million. The financing includes more than $10 million in Series A investment, led by venture capital firm Nyca Partners, as well as a $20-million warehouse debt facility provided by Silicon Valley Bank. Other investors participating in the round include… Continue reading Tenet raises $30 million for its EV financing and charging platform

Major UK petrol station chain to buy Tesla EV chargers

British petrol station operator EG Group plans to buy Tesla fast charging stations for its evpoint European EV charging network. This is the second known sale of Tesla chargers to another charge point operator, following a recent order from bp pulse. EG’s Tesla chargers will be accessible to all EV drivers regardless of brand, and… Continue reading Major UK petrol station chain to buy Tesla EV chargers

How to use innovative financing to electrify your fleet (Webinar)

The question around fleet electrification is no longer “Why?” but rather “When?” and “How?” The process of transitioning to operating an electric fleet can be lengthy and the upfront costs can feel daunting, so how can fleets join the electrification revolution without breaking the bank? Fleets can take advantage of financing available from sources such… Continue reading How to use innovative financing to electrify your fleet (Webinar)

Blink Charging launches V2G-capable EV charger in UK and Ireland

Blink Charging’s EQ 200 Level 2 EV charger, which the company just launched in the UK and Ireland, is one of a new generation of V2G-capable bidirectional chargers. It’s designed to “enable the switch from static EV charging to more dynamic and sustainable energy management as grid technology develops.” The EQ 200’s smart features include… Continue reading Blink Charging launches V2G-capable EV charger in UK and Ireland

GivEnergy introduces solar-compatible EV charger

UK battery technology company GivEnergy has launched a new EV charger that allows for smart charging from either the grid, renewable sources or home storage batteries. For fixed-time-of-use tariffs, customers can set the charger to power their EVs when energy is at its cheapest and greenest. GivEnergy is also working with power companies to create… Continue reading GivEnergy introduces solar-compatible EV charger

10 electric truck case studies: commercial electrification at scale (Webinar)

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) monitored and collected data from 10 major EV truck depots in September 2023. In this webinar at the Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure, we explore the insights from interviewing 122 people at these sites and monitoring the charging and operations of 21 different trucks. Each of these… Continue reading 10 electric truck case studies: commercial electrification at scale (Webinar)

Over $500 million investment in US EV charger plants announced since 2021

As regular Charged readers know, the US Inflation Reduction Act has spurred a tidal wave of investment in battery plants, as well as mines and processing facilities for critical battery minerals. EVSE manufacturers have also been joining the party (or “lining up at the trough,” as a fiscal conservative might put it). The DOE’s Vehicle… Continue reading Over $500 million investment in US EV charger plants announced since 2021

Leviton launches Pro Series EV charging stations with AmpUp charging management software

Electrical equipment manufacturer Leviton may be best known for its lighting control devices, but the company has been making EV charging hardware for a decade. Leviton has now announced a partnership with charging management company AmpUp. Leviton’s new EV Series Pro charging stations include 48- and 80-amp level 2 stations, available with or without LCD… Continue reading Leviton launches Pro Series EV charging stations with AmpUp charging management software