Public charging operator EVgo has developed a prefabrication approach to new station installation that it says could halve the average station installation time and deliver substantial savings on station construction costs, while ensuring consistent, high-quality assembly in a controlled environment. The scalable design packages six or more DC fast charging stalls, along with power cabinets… Continue reading Evgo’s prefabricated EV charging stations save installation time, costs
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California solicits applications for $40 million in NEVI EV charging grants
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has announced a competitive solicitation for up to $40,500,000 in grant funds for DC fast EV charging infrastructure projects. Interested parties can submit applications for grants before the deadline of January 26, 2024. (The CEC’s application page contains a lengthy list of documents explaining how to apply.) The California Department… Continue reading California solicits applications for $40 million in NEVI EV charging grants
Leoni launches next-generation EV charging cables
Leoni, a supplier of wiring systems, has optimized its EV charging cables to be easier to use and consume less resources. Leoni has introduced new AC charging cables using LEONI EcoSense Nxt and LEONI EcoSense technologies. The LEONI EcoSense Nxt+ product line has been power-optimized. The cables are designed to carry the highest available current… Continue reading Leoni launches next-generation EV charging cables
Phoenix Motorcars and Fermata Energy enable V2G capability for electric buses and trucks
EV OEM Phoenix Motorcars, in collaboration with Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) pioneer Fermata Energy, has integrated Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) capabilities into its medium-duty EVs. All Phoenix electric school buses, shuttle buses and trucks, from the first-generation vehicles delivered in 2014 to the company’s current-generation vehicles, can now be equipped with V2G capability, enabling fleets to send excess energy… Continue reading Phoenix Motorcars and Fermata Energy enable V2G capability for electric buses and trucks
Enphase Energy’s IQ EV Charger allows charging directly from solar panels
Enphase Energy, a supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, has launched its new Enphase IQ EV Charger in the US and Canada. The IQ is designed to seamlessly integrate into Enphase’s solar and battery system to help homeowners maximize savings by charging their EVs directly from solar photovoltaic systems. The Enphase IQ is WiFi-enabled… Continue reading Enphase Energy’s IQ EV Charger allows charging directly from solar panels
Facility services specialist ABM rolls out its own EV charging network
ABM, a provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions and parking management, has extensive experience deploying charging stations—it has installed over 30,000 chargers to date. Now the company has rolled out its own proprietary EV charging network. ABM’s EV Charging Network, which is powered by its cloud-based ABM EV OS software in collaboration with Noodoe, will… Continue reading Facility services specialist ABM rolls out its own EV charging network
EVBox Everon integrates with Payter to provide flexible EV charging payments
Amsterdam-based charging station provider EVBox has integrated the payment terminal system of Rotterdam-based Payter with its EVBox Everon charging software. The Payter terminals offer drivers contactless payment using credit or debit cards or smartphones. Third-party roaming authorizes accessible charging from any charging service provider’s network. “To facilitate fast and easy charging payments, EVBox is enabling… Continue reading EVBox Everon integrates with Payter to provide flexible EV charging payments
bp orders $100 million worth of Tesla EV chargers
Does bp’s purchase of $100 million worth of Tesla EV chargers signal that the British oil giant is preparing for a future beyond petroleum? Has it decided to join ‘em instead of trying to beat ‘em? Well, not just yet. The company has said it plans to invest “up to $1 billion in EV charging… Continue reading bp orders $100 million worth of Tesla EV chargers
Circontrol’s eVolve Smart EV charger gets cybersecurity, communications and contactless payment upgrades
Barcelona-based Circontrol provides efficiency solutions for public and private car parks, along with smart EV chargers. Now the company has made important improvements to its eVolve Smart “semi-fast” EV charger. The latest upgrade of the eVolve Smart charger adds new cybersecurity, electrical protection and communications features, as well as a new integrated contactless payment system.… Continue reading Circontrol’s eVolve Smart EV charger gets cybersecurity, communications and contactless payment upgrades
SkillFusion introduces certification program and database for EVSE repair workers
SkillFusion calls itself “a customer success platform for EVSE operations and maintenance (O&M) providers.” The company has launched a certification program and database for EVSE repair workers, with the aim of providing EV operations and maintenance companies with access to a nationwide credentialed talent pool of electricians and other workers. “The NEVI program is working… Continue reading SkillFusion introduces certification program and database for EVSE repair workers