Autel US, a subsidiary of Shenzhen, China-based Autel Intelligent Technology, is a developer and distributor of automotive diagnostic products. Now Autel US has announced its entry into the EVSE industry with the release of its MaxiCharger Home and Commercial Level 2 AC chargers. The MaxiCharger Home 40-amp charger is available in In-Body Holster and Separate… Continue reading Autel US enters EV charging industry
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Volkswagen and Siemens make new investments in Electrify America
Charging network Electrify America was established by the Volkswagen Group in 2016. Now Volkswagen, together with Siemens, have announced a new investment of $450 million, which will bring the company’s total valuation to $2.45 billion. Through its financing arm Siemens Financial Services (SFS), Siemens will become a minority shareholder in Electrify America as well as… Continue reading Volkswagen and Siemens make new investments in Electrify America
GM expands Plug and Charge availability
GM is expanding its existing collaboration with charging network EVgo to add Plug and Charge capability to the Ultium Charge 360 ecosystem. Drivers with an EVgo account, active OnStar connected services and the GM app must perform a one-time activation of Plug and Charge within the app. Once activated, they can simply plug in the… Continue reading GM expands Plug and Charge availability
Nissan and Wallbox offer one-stop home charging solution
Nissan is working with EVSE provider Wallbox (NYSE:WBX) to offer Nissan EV owners “a seamless one-stop shop solution for their home charging needs.” Nissan EV owners in the US can now purchase Wallbox’s Pulsar Plus Level 2 home charger and schedule installation through the NissanUSA.com web site, and receive a rebate from Nissan. Wallbox says… Continue reading Nissan and Wallbox offer one-stop home charging solution
CATL subsidiary launches modular battery swapping system
Does battery swapping have a future? One of China’s largest battery suppliers thinks so. Contemporary Amperex Energy Service (CAES), a subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), has rolled out a modular battery swap solution called EVOGO, which is comprised of battery blocks, fast battery swap stations and an app. Designed to look like a bar… Continue reading CATL subsidiary launches modular battery swapping system
Schneider Electric acquires EV Connect
Charging solution provider EV Connect has been acquired by energy management and automation specialist Schneider Electric. Along with the current management team, CEO and founder Jordan Ramer will continue to lead EV Connect’s operations as a distinct subsidiary. EV Connect was established in 2010, and currently serves customers across 41 US states. “At Schneider Electric,… Continue reading Schneider Electric acquires EV Connect
ABB E-mobility opens its largest DC fast charger production facility in Italy
ABB E-mobility has opened the company’s largest DC fast charger production site to date. The 16,000-square-meter E-mobility Centre of Excellence in Valdarno, Tuscany has an annual production capacity of more than 10,000 DC chargers. The company has invested some $30 million at the new site, where it will produce the full range of ABB DC… Continue reading ABB E-mobility opens its largest DC fast charger production facility in Italy
Easelink tests automated taxi stand charging in Austria
One of the provisions of Austria’s Energy and Climate Plan calls for all taxis to be emission-free by 2025, and this is driving innovation. Authorities in the cities of Vienna and Graz have found that the best option is to provide charging infrastructure directly at taxi stands. This allows every minute between trips to be… Continue reading Easelink tests automated taxi stand charging in Austria
UK home charging company EVIOS secures £5.8 million investment
EVIOS, a British provider of residential charging, has secured significant new external investment within weeks of launching. The company has now raised some £5.8 million. EVIOS is the brainchild of David Martell, founder and former CEO of Chargemaster, which was sold to bp for £132 million in 2018. Of the 66 new investors in EVIOS,… Continue reading UK home charging company EVIOS secures £5.8 million investment
New Genesis GV60 to come with 3 years of free charging from Electrify America
Buyers of the 2023 GV60 electric SUV will receive 3 years of 30-minute complimentary charging sessions on the Electrify America public charging network. GV60 drivers will be able to locate and access charging stations via the Electrify America mobile app. Electrify America’s network includes some 800 charging stations, comprised of about 3,500 individual chargers. It… Continue reading New Genesis GV60 to come with 3 years of free charging from Electrify America