Power management company Eaton has launched a new Charging Network Manager software platform to optimize EV charging network operations. Eaton worked with EV charging software provider ChargeLab to customize its Charging Network Manager and conducted deep integration with its EVCI portfolio. Eaton also recently made a strategic investment in ChargeLab. Eaton’s full line of Green… Continue reading Eaton launches new Charging Network Manager software platform
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Autel Energy’s newest EV charger, the MaxiCharger AC Ultra
Autel Energy has released its newest EV charger, the MaxiCharger AC Ultra, for the North American market. The AC Ultra features dual charging ports, multiple network capabilities, robust all-weather resistance, and an eight-inch touchscreen for advertising. The NEMA 3R-rated housing protects the unit’s electrical components in inclement weather and gives it a wide operating temperature… Continue reading Autel Energy’s newest EV charger, the MaxiCharger AC Ultra
CEC provides $30 million in incentives for shovel-ready EV charging projects across California
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has launched a $30-million incentive project to bring fast EV charging stations to 30 counties in Eastern California, the Central Valley and the Central Coast. The Golden State Priority Project, a part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), focuses on bringing fast charging stations to disadvantaged, low-income and… Continue reading CEC provides $30 million in incentives for shovel-ready EV charging projects across California
Escalent’s Fleet Advisory Hub highlights funding assistance for fleet electrification
According to US data analytics and advisory firm Escalent, nearly six in ten EV fleet decision-makers are not fully aware of the financial assistance available, and, although they expect to learn about EV grants from dealerships, the leading source of information is actually word of mouth. Escalent established its Fleet Advisory Hub to offer product… Continue reading Escalent’s Fleet Advisory Hub highlights funding assistance for fleet electrification
Kaluza and Mitsubishi collaborate on Japanese smart EV charging service
Mitsubishi and energy software platform Kaluza have launched what they say is the first telematics-based smart charging service in Japan, following similar Kaluza deployments in North America, Europe and Australia. Smart charging technology, which enables EVs to charge during times of low demand when energy is cheaper and greener, helps to alleviate network balancing issues.… Continue reading Kaluza and Mitsubishi collaborate on Japanese smart EV charging service
Cable problems crop up as non-Tesla EVs begin charging at US Supercharger sites
Tesla has started to open some Supercharger stations to non-Tesla EV drivers in the US. EV boosters and influencers have been converging on the half-dozen or so “open” stations in the state of New York to test out the system and share some of the good and bad points. In a recent video, Marques Brownlee… Continue reading Cable problems crop up as non-Tesla EVs begin charging at US Supercharger sites
Los Angeles rideshare provider Kaptyn uses Zeem’s fleet-as-a-service solution
Kaptyn operates a rideshare fleet of Tesla Model Ys in Los Angeles. Since November 2022, the company has been using a fleet-as-a-service solution provided by Zeem Solutions. Kaptyn’s vehicles reside at Zeem’s depot near LAX, and Zeem acts as an extension of Kaptyn’s fleet operations team by managing on-site charging, parking, security, scheduled maintenance and… Continue reading Los Angeles rideshare provider Kaptyn uses Zeem’s fleet-as-a-service solution
Canada allows DC fast chargers to bill by energy usage instead of charging time
Public chargers can be set up to bill customers according the time they spend plugged in (by the minute), or according to the actual amount of energy dispensed (by the kWh). The latter method is fairer and more consistent, as there are many factors that can affect how much energy is delivered in a given… Continue reading Canada allows DC fast chargers to bill by energy usage instead of charging time
Schumacher to use GreenMarbles services for installation and distribution of its EV Series products
Charger manufacturer Schumacher Electric reports that GreenMarbles, an “enterprise sustainable solutions integrator,” will act as a wholesale distributor of Schumacher’s EV Series chargers to builders and solar and utility companies, and will also serve as its primary installation partner for residential and commercial customers. In 2022, Schumacher launched its EV Level 2 Charger, which delivers… Continue reading Schumacher to use GreenMarbles services for installation and distribution of its EV Series products
DOE and DOT award $7 million for electric truck charging, hydrogen projects
The DOE has awarded $7.4 million to seven projects to develop medium- and heavy-duty EV charging and hydrogen infrastructure plans across 23 states. The seven projects receiving the money span the country, and address the drayage, regional haul and long-haul sectors. “A clean transportation sector requires vast investments across the entire industry, including to decarbonize… Continue reading DOE and DOT award $7 million for electric truck charging, hydrogen projects